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Daily Mirror
a day ago
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- Daily Mirror
Why Meghan Markle 'threw a cup of tea into the air' during 'miserable' relationship
According to an explosive royal book, Meghan Markle was accused of 'abrasive' behaviour towards staff members during her time as a working royal. Her team vehemently deny any claims of 'bullying' It's no secret that Meghan Markle's time as a working royal was marred by difficulty, as she struggled to accept the formalities and rigid structures of the monarchy. In January 2020, less than two years after their much-celebrated wedding, the Sussexes abruptly stepped down as working royals, and relocated to California. Ever since the bombshell move, the couple have been locked in a sad feud with Prince Harry 's family, after making numerous swipes against the royals in interviews, TV shows and the Duke's memoir, Spare. And a royal author has shed light on the tense reality behind closed doors when Meghan and Harry operated as full-time royals. Tom Bower claims that behind the picture-perfect image the Sussexes potrayed on royal tours and at events, the mood amongst staff was 'miserable'. It comes as Meghan's 'inappropriate' living request 'firmly denied' by late Queen. In his explosive book titled Revenge, Bower alleges that Meghan was accused of "abrasive" behaviour towards staff members and diplomats. Looking back at the Sussexes visit to Sydney, Australia, where they received an amazing reception, he writes: "Meghan was allegedly abrasive towards her four female staff and even towards the local British diplomats. "According to one report, Meghan allegedly threw a cup of tea into the air. Her anger may have been partly fuelled by Harry. "Every night he trawled social media, searching for snide comments on the internet. Every morning he and Meghan turned on their phones to surf the internet." Lawyers on behalf of Meghan have repeatedly denied that she bullied palace staff or aides. It comes as another writer claims that the Duchess thought the royals "behaved like babies". According to insiders, Meghan found it hard to get her head around the many protocols and traditions associated with The Firm - and she had a scathing assessment of the senior members. In his latest book, Yes Ma'am: The Secret Life of Royal Servants, author Tom Quinn reveals what Meghan allegedly made of her new situation. He writes: "Meghan really disliked the hierarchy', a member of her former team said. 'Many of the rules do seem pretty pointless and exist only so that the relative status of each senior royal is protected. "And the senior royals are such a sensitive bunch — if one gets a gold pen or a new car, they all want one. Meghan thought they behaved like babies.'" Meghan and Harry discussed her introduction to royal life in their six-part Netflix docuseries, Harry & Meghan, and recalled Meghan's first meeting with the Queen after they began dating in 2016. "My grandmother was the first senior member of the family that Meghan met," Prince Harry said in the show. "She had no idea what it all consisted of. So it was a bit of a shock to the system for her." Meghan then shared that while they were on their way to meet the Queen, Prince Harry asked her if she knew how to curtsy. "We were in the car, driving and he's like: 'You know how to curtsy right?' and I just thought it was a joke," the duchess admitted. Prince Harry acknowledged the difficulty of explaining royal protocol to his American girlfriend, saying: "How do you explain that to people? How do you explain that you bow to your grandmother? And that you would need to curtsy, especially to an American. That's weird." Meghan also compared curtsying to Medieval Times, Dinner and Tournament, a dinner theatre featuring medieval-style games, and joked that "Americans will understand this". She then recreated the deep curtsy she gave to the Queen, bowing her head dramatically and spreading her arms wide. "It was like that. Like, I curtsied as though I was like…Pleasure to meet you, Your Majesty," she said. However, her reenactment drew some criticism from viewers who claimed that the duchess was being 'disrespectful' towards tradition.
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Meghan Markle's 'inappropriate' living request 'firmly denied' by late Queen
When the Duchess of Sussex reportedly set her sights on living in one particular royal home, the late Queen is said to have dashed her hopes, according to an expert Despite being a senior working royal for only a few years, Meghan Markle lived like royalty during her time in the Firm, enjoying all the perks that come with being a member of the royal family. After her wedding to Prince Harry in 2018, the Sussexes called two royal residences home, despite it being less than two years between their nuptials and their dramatic exit from the royal family in 2020. Before their star-studded Windsor wedding, Meghan moved in with Harry when he lived in his humble Nottingham Cottage home on the Kensington Palace estate, which is where he popped the question to his bride-to-be. It comes after Prince Harry's devastating loss in royal rift was exposed as Meghan 'holds the cards'. King Charles' Balmoral Castle forced to close as warning issued in statement A few months after they tied the knot, the couple then relocated to Frogmore Cottage on the Windsor royal estate, having been gifted the property by Queen Elizabeth II. While the Duke and Duchess ended up being very fond of Frogmore Cottage, The Times reported that the newlyweds originally had their sights set on another royal residence to call home. As has been widely reported in the past, Meghan was said to have wanted to live at Windsor Castle, with the Sussexes asking if "living quarters could be made available after their marriage". The late Queen Elizabeth II apparently 'firmly" rejected this possibility, as she found the request "inappropriate", as at the time, only the Queen and Prince Philip had private apartments within the castle. Royal author and historian Hugo Vickers previously told The Times: "There are empty bedrooms and suites in the private apartments which the Sussexes may have had their eye on, or perhaps some former living quarters in the castle grounds converted into other things. "But I can see how it might not be entirely appropriate to have a young family living there." The newspaper reported that according to royal aides, Windsor represents "a special place" for the Sussexes as that's where they got married and where they held Archie's christening. In a book titled The New Royals, royal expert Katie Nicholl spoke of the late Queen's decision to give Frogmore to Harry and Meghan. Quoting Lady Elizabeth Anson, who died in 2020, Katie penned: "The cottage was a big deal. The Queen's entrance into the gardens is right next to their cottage. It is essentially her backyard, her solitude, and her privacy. 'She was giving that up in gifting Harry and Meghan Frogmore Cottage. We all thought it was very big of her. She said 'I hope they'll respect it'." Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were very content in Frogmore, as Harry wrote in his 2023 memoir Spare: 'We loved that place. From the first minute. It felt as if we were destined to live there. 'We couldn't wait to wake up in the morning, go for a long walk in the gardens, check in with the swans. Especially grumpy Steve. We met the Queen's gardeners, got to know their names and the names of all the flowers. They were thrilled at how much we appreciated, and praised, their artistry."
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Prince Harry urged to ‘stick a pin in his ego' to mend rift with King Charles and Prince William
Prince Harry has been urged to put pride aside and 'stick a pin in his ego' if he hopes to repair his fractured relationship with King Charles and Prince William, an Express UK report stated. The advice came from psychotherapist Emma Reed Turrell in the Channel 5 documentary Prince Harry: My Terrible Year, which examines the Duke of Sussex's turbulent recent history and his hopes for rebuilding family ties. Prince Harry's estrangement, according to the Express, dates back to 2020 when he and Meghan Markle stepped down as senior royals. (REUTERS) Also read: Prince Harry 'punched Andrew in the face' in shocking Royal Family fight, new book claims Years-long rift between Prince Harry and the royal fold Prince Harry's estrangement, according to the Express, dates back to 2020 when he and Meghan Markle stepped down as senior royals. Speaking to the BBC earlier this year, Harry admitted to 'many disagreements' with his family but said he had 'forgiven' them and is ready for reconciliation. The report quoted Harry as saying he would love to reconcile with his family, and fighting was pointless. 'Life is precious,' he was quoted and added that his security arrangements were always the bone of contention. Also read: Prince Harry admits he wants to reconcile with King Charles, takes dig at Prince William for 'Spare' memoir fallout What experts advice Prince Harry Turrell said during the program that reconciliation between Prince Harry and King Charles was 'absolutely possible' but required accountability from all parties. She advised Prince Harry needed to 'stick a pin in his ego' and focus on being in a relationship and not on being in the right. 'There needs to be forgiveness on both sides,' Turell said. Turrell stated that any 'annus horribilis' could have lasting effects and urged Harry to practice self-care, compassion, and deliberate measures to make repairs. According to the Express report, the documentary noted Prince Harry's symbolic trip to Angola, where he retraced Princess Diana's iconic walk through a minefield, was a gesture that could help thaw relations. The report quoted historian Tessa Dunlop as saying that the public interest in Prince Harry is strong and that if one thing is worse than writing and talking about the Duke of Sussex is them going silent. 'Maybe he can find a new mission,' Dunlop said. Trust issues between Prince Harry and royal fold Ailsa Anderson, who served as press secretary for Queen Elizabeth II, adopted a relatively cautious tone. She called Prince Harry's tell-all interviews "too impulsive" and expressed concern over candid comments on King Charles' health and family feud. 'The royal family have a really fantastic team of advisers and diplomats which is exactly what Harry would have used,' Anderson said and added, 'If they were to welcome him back, there's the fear that private information would then be leaked. If you can't trust your family, who can you trust?' A report by the Independent revealed that Prince Harry and aides to King Charles recently had an important meeting. Prince Harry has also made overtures toward Prince William by offering to share schedule information with Kensington Palace. While these gestures may be small, they may suggest that the door still remains open to reconciliation. FAQs Q: What advice was given to Prince Harry in the new documentary? A: Psychotherapist Emma Reed Turrell advised Harry to 'stick a pin in his ego' and focus on relationships over being right, stressing the need for forgiveness on both sides. Q: Why is trust seen as a major obstacle? A: Former royal press secretary Ailsa Anderson said past candid interviews may have made family members fear private matters could be leaked. Q: Has Harry made any moves toward reconciliation? A: Yes, reports claim Harry's team met with King Charles' aides, and he has offered to share his schedule with Prince William's team.
New York Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Sentebale charity calls for clarity on commission's probe into Prince Harry claims: report
Sentebale, the African charity Prince Harry had co-founded with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho in 2006, has called on the Charity Commission to provide clarity about its recent probe, according to a report. The organization is asking the investigating body to make it clear that its recent report did not specifically look into accusations of racism and misogyny directed at the Duke of Sussex. Sources close to the duke told Sky News that the charity is 'rehashing unsubstantiated allegations of bullying, misogyny and more' — saying its latest move is not 'just provocative, it's pitiful.' Advertisement 6 Sentebale, the charity Prince Harry had co-founded, has called on the Charity Commission to provide clarity about its recent probe, according to a report. Getty Images for Sentebale 'We have written to The Charity Commission stating that the onus is on the commission to restate for the record that individual allegations of bullying have not been investigated or addressed in the commission's report,' a source close to the organization told the outlet. Insiders have also slammed the media coverage surrounding the probe, specifically reports of the 'Spare' author being cleared of bullying — as sources suggest that the stance is misleading, given that the regulator did not examine specific allegations raised by the chair, Dr. Sophie Chandauka. Advertisement 'It's remarkable, just yesterday Ms Chanduaka was applauding the Charity Commission's findings, yet today, after a flurry of unflattering headlines, she's back on the warpath,' a source close to the Invictus Games founder told the outlet. 'Issuing yet another media statement only reinforces the commission's criticism about using the press to air internal disputes.' 6 The organization is asking the investigating body to make it clear that its recent report did not specifically look into accusations of racism and misogyny directed at the Duke of Sussex. Getty Images for Sentebale 6 The Duke of Sussex speaks at a Sentebale panel discussion on April 11, 2024 in Miami Beach, Florida. Getty Images for Sentebale Advertisement 'Rehashing unsubstantiated allegations of bullying, misogyny and more, which the commission found no evidence of and dressing them up as veiled threats isn't just provocative, it's pitiful,' they added. The insider suggested that Chanduaka should 'spell out' her concerns, or 'better yet, redirect her energy toward something truly worthwhile, like raising money for the children Sentebale exists to support.' The Charity Commission has since spoken out, telling The Post, 'We have issued the charity with an action plan which sets out steps the current trustees need to take to improve governance weaknesses and rectify findings of mismanagement.' 6 On Thursday, the former working royal's reps told The Post that Harry is 'deeply upset' by the entire fiasco. Getty Images Advertisement 6 Earlier this week, the probe found no 'overreach' by Harry or Chandauka, however, it criticized both parties for allowing the dispute 'to play out publicly.' Getty Images for Sentebale 'We now urge all involved to put their differences behind them and allow the charity to focus on its work and beneficiaries,' the statement concluded. The Post has reached out to reps for Prince Harry ad Sentebale for comment. Earlier this week, the probe found no 'overreach' by Harry or Chandauka, however, it criticized both parties for allowing the dispute 'to play out publicly.' Follow The Post's royal family live blog for the latest pics, news, exclusive details and more The Commission also pointed to poor internal governance at Sentebale and claimed that the pair's 'failure to resolve disputes internally severely impacted the charity's reputation and risked undermining public trust in charities more generally.' As a result, Harry, 40, issued a response in which he said it wasn't surprising the Commission found no evidence of wrongdoing at Sentebale, which he kick-started in honor of his late mother, Princess Diana. On Thursday, the former working royal's reps told The Post that Harry is 'deeply upset' by the entire fiasco. Advertisement 6 Prince Harry resigned as patron of Sentebale in March. Getty Images for Sentebale 'The Duke is, of course, deeply upset by this entire ordeal; though he remains absolutely committed to continuing the work he began 19 years ago — that being to support the children of Lesotho and Botswana living with HIV/AIDS and struggling with mental health issues,' his rep said. Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso both resigned as patrons of Sentebale in March following Chandauka's shocking claims.
New York Post
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Prince Harry left ‘raging' in late-night phone calls over Sentebale charity probe: report
Prince Harry has reportedly been left 'raging' in late-night phone calls over the latest probe findings into Sentebale, the charity he co-founded with Prince Seeiso of Lesotho. The Duke of Sussex, 40, was forced to issue a response after the Charity Commission for England and Wales announced Tuesday that it discovered no evidence of 'widespread or systemic bullying, harassment, misogyny or misogynoir' at the organization. As a result, the 'Spare' author is said to be 'utterly devastated' over what he sees as a 'hostile takeover of his life's work,' a source told the Daily Mail. Advertisement 5 Prince Harry has reportedly been left 'raging' in late-night phone calls over the latest probe findings into Sentebale. Getty Images Insiders told the outlet that Harry has been spending 'hours' on the phone with supporters late into the night over the fiasco. The duke and his pals believe the African charity's current chair Dr. Sophie Chandauka 'cajoled her way to a position of power and influence.' What's more, the Invictus Games founder refuses to 'even use her honorary title of doctor, such is the depth of their animosity,' the outlet claims. Advertisement Harry and his camp allegedly claim that Chandauka would rather the charity 'go down in flames' than resign from her post, per the outlet. 'She shopped them all to the Charity Commission when the trustees raised their concerns about the charity's governance,' an insider said. Another source told the outlet that Harry had 'personally tried' to mediate between Chandauka and the charity's trustees — and further offered to bring an independent law firm to help the situation. Advertisement 5 The Charity Commission for England and Wales discovered no evidence of 'widespread or systemic bullying, harassment, misogyny or misogynoir' at the organization. Getty Images for Sentebale 5 The 'Spare' author is said to be 'utterly devastated' over what he sees as a 'hostile takeover of his life's work,' sources claim. PA Images via Getty Images The insider claims Harry said there is 'no way in hell' he would ever work with Sentebale again, 'or at least not while Sophie Chandauka and her new stool pigeons [new trustees] were in place.' As the duke plots his next philanthropic move, sources claim that his approach will change if he decides to set up a new charity again. Advertisement He 'would categorically not do it under the jurisdiction of the Charity Commission for England and Wales which he has no faith in and would go as far to say that he believes isn't fit for purpose,' they said. Follow The Post's royal family live blog for the latest pics, news, exclusive details and more However, Harry's team has since refuted the claims, saying they are 'a distortion of the facts.' 'While we don't recognize the source of these quotes, it would be accurate to say that the Duke is, of course, deeply upset by this entire ordeal; though he remains absolutely committed to continuing the work he began 19 years ago — that being to support the children of Lesotho and Botswana living with HIV/AIDS and struggling with mental health issues,' Harry's rep told The Post. On Tuesday, the probe found no 'overreach' by Harry or Chandauka, however, it criticized both parties for allowing the dispute 'to play out publicly.' 5 On Tuesday, the probe found no 'overreach' by Harry or Chandauka, however, it criticized both parties for allowing the dispute 'to play out publicly.' Getty Images for Sentebale The Commission pointed to poor internal governance at Sentebale and claimed that the duo's 'failure to resolve disputes internally severely impacted the charity's reputation and risked undermining public trust in charities more generally.' In response, Harry's spokesperson said that it wasn't surprising the Commission found no evidence of wrongdoing. Advertisement 'Unsurprisingly, the Commission makes no findings of wrongdoing in relation to Sentebale's Co-Founder and former Patron, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex,' his rep said in a statement, per People. 'They also found no evidence of widespread bullying, harassment or misogyny and misogynoir at the charity, as falsely claimed by the current Chair.' Advertisement 5 Prince Harry resigned as patron of Sentebale in March following Chandauka's shocking claims. Getty Images for W+P 'Despite all that, their report falls troublingly short in many regards, primarily the fact that the consequences of the current Chair's actions will not be borne by her — but by the children who rely on Sentebale's support,' they added. Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso both resigned as patrons of Sentebale in March following Chandauka's shocking claims.
