Meghan Markle was ‘irritated’ that Victoria Beckham ‘had considerably more wealth’ before fallout, Tom Bower book claims

A BOMBSHELL new biography has claimed Meghan Markle “deluded herself” that she was in a higher “social pecking order” than Victoria Beckham.

Tom Bower claimed in his explosive new book, The House of Beckham, that Meghan was also “irritated” that Victoria had “considerably more wealth” than her.

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A new Tom Bower book claims to shed light on the feud between Meghan Markle and Victoria Beckham
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A new Tom Bower book claims to shed light on the feud between Meghan Markle and Victoria BeckhamCredit: Getty

The Beckhams attended Meghan and Harry's 2018 royal wedding but weren't invited to the wedding dinner
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The Beckhams attended Meghan and Harry’s 2018 royal wedding but weren’t invited to the wedding dinnerCredit: Getty
The upcoming biography claims to lift the lid on Posh and Becks’ relationship with each other and other A-list stars.

It also claims to shed light on the rumoured rift between the Beckhams and the Sussexes, which has developed in recent years.

Tom claimed that Meghan “put on airs” around Victoria when they first met, due to her status within the royal family and also as the Californian actress felt she had “little in common” with the former Spice Girl.

The biography states: “In Meghan’s celebrity world, ranking depended on wealth and fame.

“As a seasoned operator, Meghan deluded herself that her status in the Royal family placed her above Victoria in the social pecking order.

“She was irritated to discover that the Beckhams had considerably more wealth than herself. They owned five homes, had constant access to private jets, invitations to sail on yachts and much more money. And she was soon to be a duchess.”

According to the book, Victoria reportedly made an effort to befriend Meghan, due to her family’s long-standing friendship with Prince Harry and Prince Wiliam.

Tom added that “a member of Victoria’s staff offered Harry’s fiancé advice on the best facials and hairdressing in London.”

Meghan is also said to have asked Victoria if she could provide her with free clothes and handbags, however this was “vetoed by the Palace for being against their rules.”

Due to her wish to avoid paparazzi, Meghan allegedly stayed at the Beckham residence in Beverly Hills during a private trip, and it meant her “secretly provided for by the Beckhams’ staff.”

Beckham is given top charity ambassador role by King Charles after pair bonded over love of nature
When it was reported that Victoria had given Meghan make-up advice, the relationship is said to have soured.

The Duke of Sussex allegedly called David to accuse him and his wife Victoria of leaking stories, leaving David ‘furious.’

The Beckhams did secure an invite to Harry and Meghan’s 2018 royal wedding, however Tom claims that in a bid to “punish” the Beckhams, they were not invited to the wedding dinner, despite welcoming other big names like George Clooney, who Meghan did not know personally.

David was also “snubbed” by Harry after flying for 22 hours from London to Sydney at the royal’s request, for the 2018 Invictus Games.

David and the royal family have enjoyed a close friendship for years - but a rift is said to have formed between the Beckhams and the Sussexes
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David and the royal family have enjoyed a close friendship for years – but a rift is said to have formed between the Beckhams and the SussexesCredit: Getty

David is said to have sided with Prince William in recent years
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David is said to have sided with Prince William in recent yearsCredit: Arthur Edwards / The Sun

King Charles has appointed David Beckham as ambassador to The King's Foundation charity
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King Charles has appointed David Beckham as ambassador to The King’s Foundation charityCredit: PA
Cracks first started emerging in the pair’s friendship in spring 2022 when the former footballer invited Prince William and Kate to his son Brooklyn’s wedding – and not Harry and Meghan.

At the time, a source said: “David’s attachment and history go back with William and Kate and they have a very strong relationship and they were their choice of wedding guests.

“It was always about them, it was never about Meghan and Harry.

As a seasoned operator, Meghan deluded herself that her status in the Royal family placed her above Victoria in the social pecking order

Tom BowerThe House Of Beckham: Money, Sex And Power Author

“They are the people David and Victoria are attached to and it’s always been about them because they’ve had a long history together.”

And perhaps it wasn’t a coincidence that after the apparent snub, Meghan seemingly stopped wearing Victoria’s designs – while Kate wore them more frequently.

It seems the Beckhams’ loyalty to the other members of the royal family has paid off, with David being given a top charity ambassador role by King Charles after the pair bonded over love of nature.

Ex-Manchester United ace Becks, 49, surprised the King, 75, last year with a jar of his homemade honey then chatted about their passion for beekeeping.

The House of Beckham: Money, Sex and Power is set to be released on 20 June.

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