Late Queen’s Belief in Meghan Markle
In a recent revelation, it has come to light that the late Queen Elizabeth II had high hopes for Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, as a valuable asset to the Crown. Their relationship, initially marked by warmth and optimism, eventually faced strains and tensions during Meghan’s integration into the Royal Family.
A Warm Welcome and Early Promises
When Meghan Markle first entered royal life, Queen Elizabeth saw her as a modernizing influence for the monarchy. Meghan’s international appeal and diverse background were considered assets, leading to significant gestures of goodwill from the Queen. Meghan was even invited to Christmas at Sandringham in 2017, months before her wedding to Prince Harry, a privilege not commonly extended to royal fiancées. Describing the experience as “amazing,” Meghan felt like part of a “big family.”
Rising Tensions During Wedding Preparations
The tensions reportedly began to surface during the preparations for Harry and Meghan’s wedding in 2018. Meghan’s decisions regarding guidance, attire, and tiara fittings caused raised eyebrows and friction within the royal household. Despite support from the Queen, Meghan’s approach to royal duties was met with dissatisfaction from some palace staff, who claimed she was “actively seeking reasons to be unhappy.”
Fallout From the Royal Exit
In January 2020, Meghan and Harry announced their decision to step back from royal duties, eventually settling in California. Their interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021 strained relations further, with Meghan praising the Queen but highlighting issues of racism and lack of support. The Queen was reportedly upset by the public criticism and a contentious claim emerged in 2022 alleging that the Queen referred to Meghan as “evil” during a Balmoral reception.
After the Queen’s passing, Meghan expressed her admiration for her in an interview with Variety, calling her the “most shining example” of female leadership. Prince Harry found solace in the belief that his grandmother was reunited with her late husband, Prince Philip.
