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  • Meghan Markle’s two demands including ‘grovelling apology’ with Prince Harry, before Kate Middleton and Prince William reconciliation

    Meghan Markle’s two demands including ‘grovelling apology’ with Prince Harry, before Kate Middleton and Prince William reconciliation

    Meghan Markle has two requirements before she and her husband Prince Harry can reconcile with his brother Prince Wiliam and sister-in-law Ka…

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    Meghan Markle has two requirements before she and her husband Prince Harry can reconcile with his brother Prince Wiliam and sister-in-law Kate Middleton, a royal expert has claimed.

    The Prince and Princess of Wales are said to be making efforts to mend the rift with the younger Windsor brother and former ‘Suits’ actress turned Duchess of Sussex, Meghan, but the Sussexes’ ties with the Royal Family have become tense since they walked away from royal duties, and they remain distant.

     

    And now Royal author Tom Quinn has suggested that, while William and Kate are keen on reconciliation, Meghan isn’t quite ready to bury the hatchet – and there are two things preventing a reconciliation.

    Since walking away from royal duties, Harry and Meghan have made a series of bombshell claims about royal life, in high-profile interviews – including with megastar Oprah Winfrey – and in in their dramatic Netflix docuseries, Harry & Meghan. Royal commentator Mr Quinn even suggested Meghan is blocking Harry from engaging in peace talks with Kate and William, forming a barrier preventing her husband from reaching out with an”olive branch” even after Kate’s cancer diagnosis.

    Since walking away from royal duties, Harry and Meghan have made a series of bombshell claims about royal life, in high-profile interviews – including with megastar Oprah Winfrey – and in in their dramatic Netflix docuseries, Harry & Meghan. Royal commentator Mr Quinn even suggested Meghan is blocking Harry from engaging in peace talks with Kate and William, forming a barrier preventing her husband from reaching out with an”olive branch” even after Kate’s cancer diagnosis.

    Mr Quinn said: “There has been a shift here since Kate’s illness Harry and Meghan do feel they need to extend an olive branch, but Meghan’s sense of grievance is still preventing anything really meaningful happening. Illness often brings warring family members together, and there have been hopes at Kensington Palace that Kate’s illness might do it. The royal author claims William and Kate have made efforts to repair ties with the Sussexes and have extended an invitation to Meghan and Harry, encouraging them to bring Archie and Lilibet to the UK for a visit – but Meghan has refused.

    Speaking exclusively to The Mirror, Mr Quinn said: “Harry would like a reconciliation, but supports his wife completely and until she feels that the Royal family have been sufficiently nice to her – and grovelingly apologised for the past – it’s not going to happen.”

    “There is no way Meghan would bring the children to the UK,” he added. “William and Kate have suggested that Meghan and Harry bring the children and that the two couples and their families try to makeup, but the suggestion is not leading anywhere so far.” The relationship between Meghan and Harry and William and Kate has been strained following the Sussexes’ candid revelations about Royal life in their Netflix documentary series and their explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey.

    In his tell-all memoir ‘Spare’, Harry levelled several allegations against his brother and sister-in-law. In his book, Harry recounts a fierce argument with William, claiming that the Prince of Wales branded Meghan as “difficult”, “rude” and “abrasive”. Harry goes on to allege that during this confrontation, William “grabbed me by the collar, ripping my necklace, and he knocked me to the floor”.

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  • Police Liam Payne questioned five people: Three hotel staff and two escorts testified and concluded something that shocked fans

    Police Liam Payne questioned five people: Three hotel staff and two escorts testified and concluded something that shocked fans

    Police Liam Payne questioned five people: Three hotel staff and two escorts testified and concluded something that shocked fans

    Liam Payne police question five people: Three hotel staff and two escorts give evidence as witnesses in investigation into death

    Police investigating the balcony hotel fall death of Liam Payne have spoken to three hotel staff and two escorts.

    Prosecutors have also been questioning three employees at the Casa Sur hotel to reconstruct the incident, according to the Argentine outlet Clarin.

    Police in the capital said Payne’s hotel room had been ‘in complete disarray’ with ‘various items broken’ – adding that a whiskey bottle, lighter and mobile phone had been retrieved from the internal hotel courtyard where his body was found.

    And in sworn statements to the Buenos Aires prosecutor, the two women, who are both 25 and admit to working in prostitution, said they were booked for a client at the CasaSur hotel through an online escort service.

    They arrived at the hotel at 11.30am and left at 4pm.

    The pair said the singer did not consume drugs while he was with them and seemed normal. ‘We drank alcohol,’ the two women stated.

    They gave their evidence on Wednesday night, just hours after Payne’s body was discovered. A source said: ‘The witnesses were co-operative, not only in their statements but also in offering access to their phones.’

    Liam Payne has died at the age of 31 after falling from a hotel balcony on Wednesday. The star is pictured drinking mocktails in the same US bar where he met girlfriend Kate Cassidy

    Liam Payne has died at the age of 31 after falling from a hotel balcony on Wednesday. The star is pictured drinking mocktails in the same US bar where he met girlfriend Kate Cassidy

    A drone view shows part of the CasaSur hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina

    A drone view shows part of the CasaSur hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina

    Liam Payne fans grieve outside the Casa Sur Hotel where the British pop singer fell to his death on Wednesday

    Liam Payne fans grieve outside the Casa Sur Hotel where the British pop singer fell to his death on Wednesday

    The women said they had expected to leave the hotel earlier, but they hung around as they claimed they had not been paid, according to sources close to the investigation.

    One Direction fans and celebrities have paid tribute to Payne while others mourned his death at a vigil outside the hotel where they lit candles and laid flowers.

    The singer died of multiple traumas and ‘internal and external haemorrhage’, a post-mortem examination report said.

    Argentina’s National Criminal and Correctional Prosecutor’s Office No 16 said it was investigating the incident as an ‘inconclusive death’ following the report.

    Meanwhile, staff have revealed they were concerned about the star’s access to a balcony prior to his fall.

    Employees reportedly feared that the 5ft 10in star was so inebriated he could easily fall over the glass railing of the balcony which is said to stand at a height of around 4ft and was ‘easy to fall over.’

    People stand next to tributes left outside the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires where Liam was found dead on Thursday

    People stand next to tributes left outside the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires where Liam was found dead on Thursday

    The judicial morgue in Buenos Aires, where Liam Payne’s body is being held, is pictured today

    Forensic police arrive at the hotel where Liam Payne died in Buenos Aires on Wednesday

    Forensic police arrive at the hotel where Liam Payne died in Buenos Aires on Wednesday

    Argentinian police are now hypothesising that he was ‘going through some type of outbreak as a result of substance abuse’ prior to his death.

    The  star plunged 45ft from the third floor into the courtyard of the Casa Sur Hotel in Argentina’s capital on Wednesday at 5pm local time (9pm UK time), before medics confirmed his death.

    In the lead up to his death, a panicked hotel worker made two calls, saying in the first: ‘We have a guest who’s off his head on drugs and is destroying everything in his room. We need someone to come.’

    He then phoned back after the line went dead, saying: ‘I don’t know if the guest’s life is in danger. The room has a balcony and we are afraid he might do something.’

    Payne was said to have been ‘acting erratically in the hotel lobby and smashed his laptop’ before he ‘had to be carried back to his room’, according to local media.

    Police in the hotel reception area of the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires after Liam Payne fell

    Police in the hotel reception area of the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires after Liam Payne fell

    Fans wait outside the hotel on Wednesday following the star's shock death

    Fans wait outside the hotel on Wednesday following the star’s shock death

    Police officers are seen stood outside the Casa Sur hotel on Wednesday shortly after the singer's death

    Police officers are seen stood outside the Casa Sur hotel on Wednesday shortly after the singer’s death

    Seconds later the employee, who identified himself as Esteban, added: ‘Just send an ambulance, only an ambulance.’ Workers had heard a loud sound in the courtyard before the singer’s body was discovered just after 5pm local time (9pm UK time).

    The singer died from 25 injuries sustained in his fall that led to ‘internal and external haemorrhaging’, preliminary autopsy results have revealed with the ‘injuries to his head alone enough to cause death.’

    Medics announced that the singer ‘did not adopt a reflex posture’ during his fall suggesting he may have been fully or semi unconscious at the time of his death.

    Last night, guests staying in the same hotel as Payne shared recollections of the moments leading up to his death including hearing ‘violent noises’ and a ‘scream’.

    One, Doug Jones, told the BBC: ‘I thought they were working on the room. There was a lot of noise, like heavy lifting, like banging, a lot of loud, violent noises, I thought.

    Payne said he was 'happy to have some time away' less than an hour before he fell to his death

    Payne said he was ‘happy to have some time away’ less than an hour before he fell to his death

    Payne's girlfriend Kate Cassidy posted a picture of the pair on her Instagram from last August

    Payne’s girlfriend Kate Cassidy posted a picture of the pair on her Instagram from last August

    A heartbreaking video shows Liam singing and dancing at Horan's concert in Argentina just days before he was found dead

    A heartbreaking video shows Liam singing and dancing at Horan’s concert in Argentina just days before he was found dead

    (From left) One Direction band members Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik and Liam Payne in 2010

    (From left) One Direction band members Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik and Liam Payne in 2010

    ‘And I saw hotel people going in and out of that room, so I thought they were doing work on the room.

    ‘So about 4pm, 4.30pm, I started hearing some more noise, I was still doing work, and I heard a really loud, violent scream around 4.45pm, 5pm.’

    Hotel staff raised the alarm at 5.04pm following Payne’s fall. An ambulance arrived at 5.11pm and Payne was then certified dead.

    Payne’s One Direction toured across the globe and had five chart-topping albums, as well as four number one singles in the UK chart with hit tracks including Little Things.

    Payne, who was born in Wolverhampton, released his debut solo album LP1 in 2019, which included the songs Polaroid and Strip That Down featuring Quavo.

  • Police revealed shocking testimony when investigating two employees at Liam Payne’s Buenos Aires hotel for supplying the star with drugs hidden in a soap box

    Police revealed shocking testimony when investigating two employees at Liam Payne’s Buenos Aires hotel for supplying the star with drugs hidden in a soap box

    Police probe two staff members at Liam Payne’s Buenos Aires hotel for supplying the star with drugs hidden inside a soap bar box

    Staff at the Buenos Aires hotel where Liam Payne fell to his death are being investigated for supplying the star with hard drugs in the days leading up to the tragedy.

    The men are accused of smuggling various narcotics in the singer’s suite at the CasaSur boutique hotel in the upmarket district of Palermo.

    A cleaner and another member of staff are said to have hidden the drugs in Dove Soap box which detectives found in 31-year-old Payne’s room following his death.

    White powder, crystals, tablets and other paraphernalia were discovered in the third-floor suite.

    Police have sent the chemicals – believed to be cocaine and crack cocaine – for analysis.

    Management of the CasaSur are understood to have been made aware of the unusual behaviour of the unnamed men and dismissed one member of staff

    Management of the CasaSur are understood to have been made aware of the unusual behaviour of the unnamed men and dismissed one member of staff

    A cleaner and another member of staff are said to have hidden the drugs in Dove box (above)

    A cleaner and another member of staff are said to have hidden the drugs in Dove box (above)

    The One Direction star fell from a third floor balcony at the CasaSur hotel

    The One Direction star fell from a third floor balcony at the CasaSur hotel

    Police officers are seen stood outside the CasaSur hotel on Wednesday

    Police officers are seen stood outside the CasaSur hotel on Wednesday

    Management of the CasaSur are understood to have been made aware of the unusual behaviour of the unnamed men and dismissed one member of staff.

    Detectives have also questioned the man about his possible role in Payne’s death.

    ‘There were two guys at the hotel that were giving Liam drugs,’ a close friend of Mr Payne has revealed.

    ‘They sent taxis out to collect packages for him.

    ‘One of the guys was working in the cleaning department.

    ‘After Liam died, they noticed that one taxi was sent to the cleaner’s home address.

    ‘The hotel manager asked him why the taxi had gone to his home and when he couldn’t give an explanation he was fired.

    ‘The cleaner and another member of staff have been interviewed by the police.’

    The friend added: ‘Liam was doing everything to stay clean but as soon as he got to the hotel these people were offering him alcohol and drugs.’

    Representatives of the CasaSur Hotel have so far declined to comment.

    Meanwhile investigators at Argentina’s Ministry of Justice have demanded that a full toxicological examination before Payne’s body is released to his family and repatriated to the UK.

    This thorough procedure could mean the former One Direction’s remains stay in Argentina for up to 15 days until the full results are known.

    A post-mortem determined that the musician died from multiple injuries after the fall from the third floor of the hotel.

    But lead investigator, Prosecutor Marcelo Roma, has called for histopathological, biochemical and toxicological studies to be carried out, to confirm whether the musician was drugged and intoxicated.

    Geoff Payne, Liam’s father, arrived in Buenos Aires last week to formally identify his son’s body and to aid in the repatriation of his remains to the UK for burial.

  • Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Was ‘Obsessed’ with Princes William and Harry, but They ‘Never Accepted’ Party Invites, Says Former Rep

    Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Was ‘Obsessed’ with Princes William and Harry, but They ‘Never Accepted’ Party Invites, Says Former Rep

    Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs was ‘obsessed’ with Prince William and Harry, but they ‘never accepted’ party invites, ex-publicist says

    Rob Shuter, who worked for Combs in the early ’00s, claims the rapper kept “framed photos” of the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Sussex in his New York apartment

    Sean “Diddy” Combs is a big fan of Prince William and Prince Harry, but they never accepted invitations to one of his star-studded parties.

    Rob Shuter, who previously worked as a publicist for the musician from 2002 to 2004, told BBC News he was asked to call William, 42, and Harry, 40, to invite them to Combs’ events “more than 10 times”.

    However, the royals never accepted the invitation, despite Combs “offering to cover their travel, lodging, and even pay for their security,” Shuter said.

    “Diddy is obsessed with Prince Harry and Prince William. He thinks of himself as a king, so it makes sense that he would want two princes in his entourage,” Shuter said.

    “[They] never accepted [the invitation], they were never a part of his world,” he added.

    Hoàng tử William (trái), rapper người Mỹ Kanye West (2nd L) Hoàng tử Harry (2nd R) và rapper người Mỹ P Diddy (R) chụp ảnh trước giới truyền thông trong một bữa tiệc hậu trường tại Wembley Arena ở phía bắc London, 01 tháng 7 năm 2007, khi 60.000 người vui chơi tham gia cùng Hoàng tử William và Harry trong sự kiện hoành tráng kéo dài sáu giờ để tưởng nhớ người mẹ quá cố của họ, Diana. Hoàng tử William, người bước sang tuổi 25 vào ngày 21/6, dự đoán đây sẽ là "một đêm nhạc đáng kinh ngạc" sau khi chứng kiến sự chuẩn bị được thực hiện vào thứ Bảy cho sự kiện được tổ chức vào dịp sinh nhật lần thứ 46 của mẹ anh.

    (L-R) Prince William, Kanye West, Prince Harry and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs pictured at Wembley Arena in London in 2007.

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    Shuter also said the rapper – who is currently behind bars at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn after being denied bail by two judges – even kept “framed photos” of the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Sussex in his New York apartment.

    PEOPLE has contacted Kensington Palace for comment.

    Hoàng tử William, Sean "Diddy" Combs, Hoàng tử Harry

    (From left to right) Prince William, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and Prince Harry.

     

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    Combs was arrested at a Manhattan hotel a day earlier. He has pleaded not guilty to the charges.

    The musician appeared in federal court on Oct. 10 for a hearing in his criminal case, which was attended by his mother, Janice Combs, and his children. His trial is scheduled for May 5, 2025.

    The Bad Boy Records founder was charged in an indictment with organizing alleged “freak” sex shows, which prosecutors said were highly staged sex acts. Prosecutors allege Combs forced or coerced women to participate in the “freak.”

    Honoree Sean "Diddy" Combs attends the Pre-GRAMMY Gala and GRAMMY Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Sean "Diddy" Combs

    Sean ‘Diddy’ brief.

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    Combs’ legal battle became public last November, when his ex, singer Casandra “Cassie” Ventura, filed a lawsuit against him, alleging that the music mogul had abused her over a decade. The lawsuit was settled the following day, but since then, several others have accused him of misconduct.

    “I have decided to resolve this matter amicably on terms that I have some degree of control over,” Ventura said in a statement at the time. “I want to thank my family, fans, and attorneys for their unwavering support.”

    Her attorney, Douglas Wigdor, added: “I am very proud of Ms. Ventura for having the strength to take her lawsuit public. She should be commended for doing so.”

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  • Meghan Markle reacts to the explosive secret about Archie’s paternity revealed by Matt Lauer

    Meghan Markle reacts to the explosive secret about Archie’s paternity revealed by Matt Lauer

    During a guest appearance on a well-liked YouTube channel devoted to celebrity rumors, former NBC anchor Matt Lauer dropped a bombshell regarding the paternity of Meghan Markle’s son, Archie. The shocking revelation has caused waves throughout British tabloids and social media.

    Even though Lauer never said outright that Archie wasn’t Prince Harry’s son, his well-chosen remarks and sly looks unnerved viewers.


    Lauer made reference to his own demise as a result of sexual harassment claims while highlighting the perils of unquestioningly putting your faith in public individuals and the media. The media has a habit of presenting some couples in a particular way, he said, pointing a finger at the camera. Although fairy tales are promoted to us all, the reality is frequently much more mundane.

    Lauer went on to cite a royal family-affiliated source who had leaked shocking details about Archie’s fatherhood. Lauer brought highlighted differences in the timeframe between Meghan and Harry’s relationship and Archie’s birth, despite the awfully hazy facts of this purported knowledge.

    Suspense filled social media, with #ArchiePaternity going viral across the globe. There were several speculations and memes circulating.


    While ardent supporters of Meghan Markle rejected Lauer’s allegations as the desperate ramblings of a disgraced media personality, some said that there might be more to the tale than meets the eye given Meghan’s conspicuous absence from recent royal festivities.

    One aspect of Meghan Markle’s encounter with Lauer persisted as especially unnerving: her total lack of comment. Meghan has not yet responded to the circulating reports regarding Archie’s paternity, despite the international uproar around her name.

    Others claim that this quiet says a lot. From her contentious relationship with her own father to her outspokenness on social issues, Meghan Markle has never been afraid to speak her mind. Her resounding silence on this subject contrasts sharply with her often frank remarks. Meghan Markle ignites the flames by refusing to address the rumors. Social media era silence can frequently be interpreted as acknowledgment of guilt or shame. Every day that goes by without Meghan saying anything lets the rumors fester and get worse.

    Reporters who disagree say that Meghan is deliberately keeping quiet to shield her son from the media circus. This argument has some merit, but it’s crucial to keep in mind that Meghan seems to be hiding something the longer she remains silent.

    The real story is still unknown. Matt Lauer’s reliability is called into question due to his past, even though he has a background in journalism. But the fact that a well-known media figure would comment in such a way on a royal child guarantees that the rumors will never stop swirling. There’s no turning back Meghan Markle’s silence on this one. Her carefully built reputation will be further harmed by these explosive charges the longer she puts off responding to them.

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  • I so wanted Meghan to be fulfilled. But these NINE outfits made me realise she was going from Duchess to D-List

    I so wanted Meghan to be fulfilled. But these NINE outfits made me realise she was going from Duchess to D-List

    I so wanted Meghan to be fulfilled. But these NINE outfits made me realise she was going from Duchess to D-List

    Clothes, of course, are a window to a woman’s soul.

    So, one wonders, what on earth is Meghan trying to tell us with her new style direction?

    A fortnight ago, the Duchess of Sussex turned up on the red carpet in an overly revealing Carolina Herrera U-neck – I prefer to call it a U-bend – split-hem dress that was truly surprising in its dishevelment and inappropriateness for a children’s charity gala event.

    And it wasn’t just her ill-fitting dress: Meghan’s hair looked wet and tangled, and her toes were exposed in skimpy sandals.

    It was such a turnaround from her old chic, together style – so determinedly ‘look-at-me’ – that even I, a staunch advocate ever since Meghan entered public life, could no longer sing her praises.
    A children’s charity event hardly seemed the place to flash quite so much flesh.

    Meghan and Harry left the UK and their public duties in January 2020 and, it seems, as her royal life unravelled, so has her dress sense, writes Liz Jones
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    Meghan and Harry left the UK and their public duties in January 2020 and, it seems, as her royal life unravelled, so has her dress sense, writes Liz Jones

    A piece I then wrote in this newspaper saying as much received over 4,000 comments and started a Twitter storm.
    So many readers agreed with me that Meghan’s look was a disappointing low.

    When she was part of the Firm, don’t forget, we had sleek up-dos, discreet simplicity, couture and closed toes (toe cleavage is frowned upon in a cathedral, at any royal occasion or palace).
    But she and Harry left the UK and their public duties in January 2020 and, it seems, as her royal life unravelled, so has her dress sense.

    I strongly believe Meghan’s fashion choices reflect how she feels more accurately than any solemn interview or gobbledegook speech.

    So, for a woman who said she was so keen to ‘find her voice’, what does this gaping, overly-revealing red dress tell us?

    To my mind, it seems she’s trying to be sexy, instead of dignified or chic. She desperately needs a good stylist, and a stable of straight-talking designers who will rush to her aid. When Diana was making mistakes with sheer skirts, over-exposed décolletage and droopy polka dots, British Vogue’s Anna Harvey stepped up and helped transform her.

    Now Meghan needs someone of the calibre of Anna Wintour, Vogue’s Editor-in-Chief, to guide her. Because I can only see the outfits getting worse if not. And that’s no good for her, for Harry or for the fashion industry. I hear several big brands are wary about lending her clothes.

    Also – why the frequent red carpet public appearances? Perhaps she wants the British public to believe she’s busy, that her life has meaning. Sadly – and it is sad it has come to this – we are all thinking, ‘Oh no, not another red carpet, not another charity gala!’

    I so wanted Meghan to be fulfilled – not this thin, haunted-looking woman, who’s doing teapot poses in front of yet more photographers.

    She once seemed set to break the mould, but as the wheels have come off her post-Royal life – the failed commercial deals, the lost goodwill from those crowds of fans – these photographs charting Meghan’s fashion journey prove she’s no longer conveying that early promise. That upbeat, modern, empowered woman is, sadly, no longer to be seen.
    Looking back at Meghan’s key fashion moments, you can see this slow, creeping metamorphosis from Duchess to D-List.

    The innocent incomer look

    The engagement, November 2017

    Meghan in a white belted coat from Line The Label and pale Aquazzura shoes in 2017
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    Meghan in a white belted coat from Line The Label and pale Aquazzura shoes in 2017

    Even in these early days, Meghan is choosing her clothes with care, with a white belted coat from Line The Label and pale Aquazzura shoes. This choice of white – signifying purity, innocence – was clearly a message to the British public, who she desperately hoped would approve of her.
    And, indeed, everyone was thrilled at the couple’s happiness in the garden at Kensington Palace, at how smitten Harry looked.

    Fitting in with the firm

    Balmoral, December 2017

    Meghan dressed in a Sentaler coat, Chloe bag, Stuart Weitzman boots, Philip Treacy hat and M&S gloves at Balmoral in 2017
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    Meghan dressed in a Sentaler coat, Chloe bag, Stuart Weitzman boots, Philip Treacy hat and M&S gloves at Balmoral in 2017

    Understandably keen to fit in here – it was the first time a fiancée had been invited to Balmoral for Christmas – Meghan has dressed entirely for the part in a Sentaler coat, Chloe bag, Stuart Weitzman boots, Philip Treacy hat and M&S gloves.

    Her all-brown outfit was warm – Meghan was sweetly trying to stop her teeth chattering – and she stole regular looks at other members of the Royal Family for guidance. This, though, is definitely not a habit she would sustain.

    The second wedding dress

    Windsor, May 2018

    The duchess wore this Stella McCartney halterneck dress to her wedding reception - it showed off Meghan’s Pilates honed shoulders
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    The duchess wore this Stella McCartney halterneck dress to her wedding reception – it showed off Meghan’s Pilates honed shoulders

    I loved this Stella McCartney halterneck dress, worn to their wedding reception – it showed off Meghan’s Pilates honed shoulders, and the ivory worked so well against her exquisite skin tone. Her hair was up, and the scene was so glamorous, I felt proud to be British.
    She looks serene: the relief she had finally made it – even amid all the kerfuffle about her father’s non-attendance – must have been huge. Her confidence seems superhigh: the choice of this dress was unabashedly brave. It says, ‘I’m rising above it all. I deserve this.’

    Relaxed perfection – for the last time

    Commonwealth Youth Challenge, July 2018

    Meghan wears a simple Brandon Maxwell shift in a sunny colour, closed Manolo shoes
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    Meghan wears a simple Brandon Maxwell shift in a sunny colour, closed Manolo shoes

    This is perfect: a simple Brandon Maxwell shift in a sunny colour, closed Manolo shoes. Nothing screams, ‘Look at me!’ Hair is up, the dress just the right length. Meghan seems assured: not just because Harry gives her adoring looks, but the British public are discovering what a great asset she is.
    Harry is looking after her, pointing out things she should see. She isn’t yet clinging on for dear life or barging in front of him. You can’t imagine Kate pulling this off. Sadly, this is the last time we will see Meghan so relaxed.

    I’m not ok – a first fashion misstep

    South Africa, October 2019

    The duchess wore this sleeveless trench dress for her interview with Tom Bradby in South Africa in October 2019
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    The duchess wore this sleeveless trench dress for her interview with Tom Bradby in South Africa in October 2019

    I can’t stand sleeveless trench dresses: they’re boxy and fussy. Meghan had worn the white version of this Nonie dress for her first official picture after Archie’s birth. Choosing this for her interview with Tom Bradby was a reminder, perhaps, of her vulnerability – Hey guys, remember I’m a mom, the scrutiny is so hard when you have a new baby.
    Just as the dress hit a peculiar note, so did her plea for sympathy, speaking of the difficulties of her privileged life while feet away, African children were very much in need.

    Out in a very ill-judged mini

    Global Citizen Live concert, New York, September 2021

    Meghan seemed to love this Valentino embellished shift which she wore to the Global Citizen Live concert, New York, in September 2021
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    Meghan seemed to love this Valentino embellished shift which she wore to the Global Citizen Live concert, New York, in September 2021

    No, no, no! You cannot wear a miniskirt! You are not Twiggy!
    But Meghan seemed to love this Valentino embellished shift – certainly, the spangles got her noticed, but for all the wrong reasons. The silhouette is too boxy, and does little for her.
    The dress marks the start of her ‘Look at me, I’m the star’ phase.

    A mismatch at a worthy occasion

    Invictus Games, Germany, September 2023

    Meghan wore this Zara romper suit while walking in front of injured hero servicemen and women at the Invictus Games in Germany in September last year

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    Meghan wore this Zara romper suit while walking in front of injured hero servicemen and women at the Invictus Games in Germany in September last year

    There’s nothing like a crumpled Zara romper suit while walking in front of injured hero servicemen and women, to tell you it’s game over. Where has the goddess in Stella McCartney gone? It cannot be the same person, surely? There’s little dignity in bearing so much leg at an occasion like this.
    What was she trying to tell us? ‘Hi, I’m fun Meghan!’ The Royals must have rolled their eyes in dismay.

    Pyjama time!

    Online safety panel in Colombia, August 2024

    The duchess wears a bronze shirt is by Victoria Beckham and pants by La Ligne to an online safety panel in Colombia in August
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    The duchess wears a bronze shirt is by Victoria Beckham and pants by La Ligne to an online safety panel in Colombia in August

    She is wearing pyjamas. Satin ones. Yes, the bronze shirt is by Victoria Beckham and the pants by La Ligne, and she wants to appear laid-back yet sincere at what should be a thoughtful occasion. But she just looks sloppy.

    Red alert

    Children’s Hospital gala, Los Angeles, October 2024

    Meghan in a red Carolina Herrera frock that she wore to a Children’s Hospital gala in Los Angeles earlier this month
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    Meghan in a red Carolina Herrera frock that she wore to a Children’s Hospital gala in Los Angeles earlier this month

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  • Inside Anmer Hall, the Residence of Kate Middleton and Prince William

    Inside Anmer Hall, the Residence of Kate Middleton and Prince William

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    Anmer Hall, a splendid 19th-century Georgian mansion nestled in Norfolk’s serene countryside, was bestowed upon Prince William and Kate Middleton by Queen Elizabeth II as a wedding gift.This historical residence, part of the expansive Sandringham Estate, marries the architectural elegance of its era with the Duchess’s discerning style, making it a true royal sanctuary.
    Anmer Hall

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    Since their move, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have meticulously renovated Anmer Hall, ensuring it serves as a comfortable family abode while maintaining its regal grandeur.

    The home now boasts modern amenities, including ten bedrooms, a swimming pool, and a private tennis court, amidst its traditional decor, reflecting a harmonious blend of past and present.

    Anmer Hall

    Anmer Hall has transitioned from a mere architectural marvel to the vibrant heart of the Wales family’s life.

    It provided a secluded setting for the family during national lockdowns, where the Duke and Duchess undertook the dual roles of parents and educators, homeschooling their children.

    This period also saw the royal couple engaging in their official duties from this countryside retreat, offering the world a glimpse into their private lives through video calls.

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    Kate MiddletonPrince William

    A Refuge Designed with Privacy in Mind

    Privacy remains a paramount concern for the royal family, and Anmer Hall’s secluded location and strategic renovations have fortified this sanctuary against the outside world.

    The extensive refurbishments, which include a reimagined interior and landscaped grounds, enhanced the mansion’s aesthetics and protected the family from public scrutiny.
    Kitchen in Anmer Hall

    Kitchen in Anmer Hall

    A Backdrop for Royal Traditions and Personal Moments

    Anmer Hall is not just a residence; it’s a backdrop for both royal traditions and intimate family moments.

    From hosting virtual bingo for care-home residents to being the setting for the family’s annual Christmas cards, the estate has played a pivotal role in many of the family’s cherished memories and public engagements.
    Prince Williams and Kate MiddletonKensington Palace
    In the tranquility of Norfolk, Anmer Hall continues to be a haven for the royal family, symbolizing a peaceful retreat intertwined with their personal and public lives.

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  • James Coгdeп Says ‘No Moгe’ to Pгιпce Haггy aпd Meghaп Maгkle Amιd $12 Mιllιoп Th£ft All£gatιoпs

    James Coгdeп Says ‘No Moгe’ to Pгιпce Haггy aпd Meghaп Maгkle Amιd $12 Mιllιoп Th£ft All£gatιoпs

    James Coгdeп Says ‘No Moгe’ to Pгιпce Haггy aпd Meghaп Maгkle Amιd $12 Mιllιoп Th£ft All£gatιoпs

     

    And the buzz about James Corden severing ties with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle is one of those stories. It makes you wonder: why would Corden, known for his friendly nature and singing with celebrities, suddenly end this royal friendship?

    Rumors are swirling, and the theories are as wild as expected, but one thing stands out: the royal duo allegedly wanted James Corden’s $12 million deal. The stakes are higher than usual in this Hollywood drama, but is there more to this royal rift than meets the eye?

    James Corden and Prince Harry were once close friends, often seen together as if they were long-lost besties. James was one of the first to support Harry and Meghan when they stepped down from their royal duties, even helping them adjust to life in California for a while.

    Everything seemed perfect—James, Harry, and Meghan formed Hollywood’s hottest new squad. They dined together, attended parties, and laughed like they had no worries. It seemed like they were truly close. But things changed quickly.

    So, what’s the big deal about $12 million? Corden, with his success on *The Late Late Show* and *Carpool Karaoke*, signed a massive deal worth around $12 million. This deal was the result of years of hard work and charm. However, sources say Harry and Meghan discovered this and were inspired by Corden’s success, wanting something similar.

    They had their own multi-million dollar deals with Netflix and Spotify, but why would this lead to a fallout? Could competition have gotten in the way? Imagine being James Corden and having two royal friends encroaching on your territory—it’s like inviting someone to your party only for them to try to steal the spotlight.

    Awkward, right? Whether it was jealousy, competition, or bad timing, insiders say this caused tension. Hollywood is competitive, but when it’s between friends, it gets complicated. Was Corden protecting his deal, or did he feel blindsided by Harry and Meghan’s move?

    Were Harry and Meghan trying to replicate Corden’s success? Since leaving their royal duties, they have signed significant deals with Netflix and launched their own production company.

    However, some wonder if they are chasing fame more than financial freedom. Things get tricky when Harry and Meghan show interest in television and entertainment. Some claim they were imitating James Corden’s formula instead of forging their own paths.

    Rumors suggest they might have competed for the same projects. Hollywood often thinks there’s room for everyone, but when there isn’t, things get tough. Maybe Harry and Meghan weren’t trying to step on toes—they might have just been exploring new opportunities.

    Celebrity feuds often start quietly, a slow burn marked by snubs and backhanded compliments leading to drama. James Corden’s falling out with Harry and Meghan was gradual, with fewer public appearances and whispers of Corden distancing himself.

    The media soon picked up on it, suggesting that the friendship fizzled over business deals. But is it really just about business, or is there more to the story? Friendships in the spotlight can be fragile; can fame and fortune coexist?

    Fame and fortune can change friendships in Hollywood. Relationships are delicate, and royal titles add more pressure. James Corden has a career to protect, while Harry and Meghan navigate their new celebrity status.

    Can their friendship survive this alleged power play, or is it just the cost of fame? Is it really over, or could there be a plot twist coming? Some fans hope Corden, Harry, and Meghan will reconcile.

    Hollywood loves second chances and surprising reconciliations, but until then, the question remains: is this the end of their friendship? Only time will tell if this rift is permanent or just a temporary bump.

    Yes, even us non-royals can take a lesson from this story. It’s not just about celebrities or royalty; it’s a reminder that friendships can be complicated. It’s about boundaries, competition, and balancing personal and professional lives.

    Whether you’re James Corden, a royal couple, or just someone trying to navigate friendships, ask yourself: how do you protect your boundaries without losing the people who matter most?

    So, what’s next? Will James Corden and the Sussexes reconcile, or is this the final chapter in their friendship saga? While we wait for the next twist, one thing is certain: this drama is far from over.

    And here’s where you come in—what do you think? Will James and the royal couple patch things up, or is this just another casualty of the celebrity machine? Share your thoughts, speculate, and who knows? Maybe you’ll be the first to spot the next clue in this unfolding mystery.

    Hollywood isn’t known for lasting friendships. We see stars laughing together at award shows, but behind the scenes, fame and fortune can be tough on relationships. James Corden, Harry, and Meghan have all reached high levels of fame. Corden found success in comedy, while Harry and Meghan became public figures in the US.

    What happens when their worlds collide? Can James Corden stay his down-to-earth self amid the controversy surrounding Harry and Meghan? Does Harry and Meghan’s media push make Corden feel left out? How do you keep a friendship when everyone’s watching your next move?

    Some might say this drama is just tabloid nonsense, but let’s look closer. Friendships among famous people face unique challenges. One small mistake can spark huge media attention, deeply affecting friendships.

    This situation might have started with a simple issue: Corden wanted to protect his career while Harry and Meghan wanted to enter the same field. This led to a story of betrayal and competition. But is the public eye to blame? The constant spotlight might have made it hard for Corden, Harry, and Meghan to maintain their friendship.

    This story feels familiar. Haven’t we all faced situations where a friend’s goals clash with ours? It’s like when a coworker wants the same promotion or a friend copies your style. Imagine this happening in the public eye, with everyone speculating.

    That’s the pressure Corden and the Sussexes face. It makes us wonder: when do you stand up for yourself versus supporting your friends? Can you do both?

    Boundaries are key in all relationships; they help keep our sanity. But setting them can be tough when we care about the people involved. James Corden might have established boundaries due to Harry and Meghan’s growing interest in his field, which could have made him feel his career was threatened.

    But setting these boundaries might have pushed them away. We’ve all faced similar situations—setting boundaries can protect us but might hurt others. For Corden, it was about defending his career, even if it meant stepping back from the friendship. This raises a big question: how do you set boundaries without losing friends? Is it even possible when the stakes are so high?

    There’s hope for reconciliation. Can Corden, Harry, and Meghan mend their friendship after this rift? Is forgiveness and understanding still possible, or have they drifted too far apart? If you’ve ever had a falling out with a close friend, you know how tough it can be to repair the damage.

    But it’s not impossible. Sometimes all it takes is time—time to cool off, reflect, and remember why you were friends in the first place. In this case, maybe there’s hope for a royal reunion. After all, both sides have more in common than just fame and fortune. They’ve all faced public scrutiny, personal challenges, and career upheavals. If anyone can understand the pressures of living life under a microscope, it’s each other.

    When you boil it all down, the real question isn’t about the $12 million deal or the Netflix projects—it’s about friendship. It’s about whether these three public figures can put aside their professional ambitions and remember what brought them together in the first place.

    Sure, fame and fortune complicate things, but at the heart of this story is a very human dilemma: how do you prioritize friendship when the world seems determined to tear it apart? Maybe Corden, Harry, and Meghan can teach us something about resilience—about learning to balance personal and professional lives without losing sight of what truly matters.

    So, where do we go from here? The ball is in their court. James Corden, Harry, and Meghan hold the power to decide how this story ends. Perhaps they’ll find their way back to each other, realizing that their friendship is worth more than any business deal.

    Or maybe this marks the end of a chapter—one where each party goes their separate ways, wiser from the experience. For now, we’re left to speculate, but if this story has taught us anything, it’s that the line between celebrity and real life is thinner than we think. Friendship is complicated, whether you’re navigating it as a royal or a talk show host.

  • Meghaп Maгkle vows to expose RF foг ‘double staпdaгds’ as Pгιпce Aпdгew gets syмpathy agaιп whιle she aпd heг husbaпd aгe abaпdoпed aпd tгeated lιke the Wιcked Wιtch of the West

    Meghaп Maгkle vows to expose RF foг ‘double staпdaгds’ as Pгιпce Aпdгew gets syмpathy agaιп whιle she aпd heг husbaпd aгe abaпdoпed aпd tгeated lιke the Wιcked Wιtch of the West

    Iп гeceпt пews, Meghaп Maгkle has гepoгtedly expгessed deep dιssatιsfactιoп wιth the гoyal faмιly oveг what she peгceιves as “double staпdaгds” ιп theιг tгeatмeпt of heг husbaпd, Pгιпce Haггy. Despιte the outwaгd appeaгaпces of sмιles aпd uпιty, Meghaп has beeп haгboгιпg ιпteпse eмotιoпs about the sιtuatιoп.

    The foгмeг actгess ιs paгtιculaгly upset about the гoyal faмιly’s seeмιпgly waгм гeceptιoп of Pгιпce Aпdгew, who has beeп seeп atteпdιпg eveпts aloпgsιde otheг гoyals. Thιs coмes afteг Pгιпce Aпdгew was stгιpped of hιs мιlιtaгy affιlιatιoпs ιп 2022 due to hιs coппectιoпs wιth the late coпvιcted sex offeпdeг Jeffгey Epsteιп.

    Meaпwhιle, Pгιпce Haггy’s гelatιoпshιp wιth the гoyal faмιly has пotιceably deteгιoгated oveг the past few yeaгs, especιally sιпce he aпd Meghaп гelocated to the US. Thιs staгk coпtгast ιп tгeatмeпt has гepoгtedly “ιпfuгιated” Meghaп, who ιs coпceгпed about theιг гeputatιoп.

    A souгce told Bella мagazιпe that Meghaп fιпds the “double staпdaгds” to be “glaгιпg.” They added that she ιs stгugglιпg to uпdeгstaпd how Pгιпce Aпdгew has мaпaged to гeιпtegгate ιпto the гoyal fold despιte hιs coпtгoveгsιes, whιle she aпd Haггy aгe left out ιп the cold.

    Pгιпce Aпdгew’s гeceпt appeaгaпces, such as the aппual Easteг seгvιce at Wιпdsoг Castle aпd a seгvιce hoпoгιпg Kιпg Coпstaпtιпe II of Gгeece ιп Febгuaгy, have oпly added to Meghaп’s fгustгatιoп. The souгce descгιbed Pгιпce Aпdгew’s гeeпtгy ιпto the гoyal cιгcle as “ιпfuгιatιпg” foг Meghaп, gιveп the chaos he has beeп lιпked to.

    “Meghaп feels that she’s beeп cast asιde aпd tгeated lιke the Wιcked Wιtch of the West, sιмply foг speakιпg heг мιпd,” the souгce saιd. “Not to мeпtιoп the way she feels Haггy has beeп tгeated. He’s гeceιved teп tιмes мoгe flak fгoм hιs faмιly thaп Aпdгew eveг has. The double staпdaгd ιs glaгιпg.”

    Despιte Meghaп’s appaгeпt uпhappιпess, theгe мay stιll be hope foг гecoпcιlιatιoп. Royal expeгt Toм Quιпп suggested that Kιпg Chaгles мιght be opeп to мeпdιпg feпces wιth Haггy aпd Meghaп. Speakιпg to the Mιггoг, Quιпп мeпtιoпed that Kιпg Chaгles has hιпted that the couple should vιsιt Balмoгal ιп the suммeг to see ιf they caп гesolve theιг dιffeгeпces.

    “Accoгdιпg to people I’ve spokeп to at Keпsιпgtoп Palace, Kιпg Chaгles has hιпted to Haггy aпd Meghaп that they should coмe to Balмoгal ιп the suммeг to see ιf soмethιпg caп be doпe about the oпgoιпg feud ιп the faмιly,” Quιпп explaιпed.

    Iп addιtιoп to poteпtιal гecoпcιlιatιoп effoгts wιth Kιпg Chaгles, theгe aгe sιgпs that Pгιпce Haггy has beeп гecoппectιпg wιth otheг faмιly мeмbeгs. Repoгts have eмeгged that Haггy aпd Pгιпcess Catheгιпe have гesuмed coпtact, wιth Haггy seпdιпg пotes of eпcouгageмeпt aпd suppoгt to heг aпd callιпg heг fгoм tιмe to tιмe.

    A souгce told Closeг мagazιпe, “Kate ιs beιпg waгм aпd welcoмιпg towaгds hιм. She’s мade ιt cleaг that she’s happy they aгe back ιп touch.”

    The пews of Pгιпcess Catheгιпe’s гeceпt caпceг dιagпosιs aпd heг aппouпceмeпt of uпdeгgoιпg “pгeveпtιve cheмotheгapy” has also bгought the faмιly closeг, hιghlιghtιпg the poteпtιal foг гeпewed coппectιoпs despιte past teпsιoпs.

  • Meghaп & Haггy’s UK Hoυse Gιfted by Qυeeп Elιzabeth Left Abaпdoпed & Empty

    Meghaп & Haггy’s UK Hoυse Gιfted by Qυeeп Elιzabeth Left Abaпdoпed & Empty

    Meghaп & Haггy’s UK Hoυse Gιfted by Qυeeп Elιzabeth Left Abaпdoпed & Empty – 8 Photos of the Coυple’s Foгmeг Abode

    Once a home filled with royal dreams, Frogmore Cottage now stands empty. Nearly four years after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle traded British royalty for Californian sunshine, their former abode remains unoccupied.

    Frogmore Cottage, a cherished gift from the late Queen Elizabeth, was once Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle’s haven. Since their departure, Frogmore Cottage has remained abandoned, a stark reminder of their shift from royal life to new beginnings.

    A general view of Frogmore Cottage on the Home Park Estate, Windsor pictured on January 14, 2020 | Source: Getty Images

    In 2023, the couple were officially asked to vacate Frogmore Cottage, which they had initially left behind when they moved to California in 2020. This was just after Prince Harry’s memoir “Spare” caused waves with its revelations about his family.

    Their spokesperson confirmed the move in a statement. “The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been requested to vacate their residence at Frogmore Cottage,” he said.

    A general view of Frogmore Cottage at Frogmore Cottage on April 10, 2019, in Windsor, England. | Source: Getty Images

    The Grade II-listed property is nestled in Windsor Home Park, and part of the Crown Estate. It now remains untouched and unoccupied, according to recent updates from the Sovereign Grant briefing.

    Palace insiders have revealed that there are no new occupants at the historic residence. On recent visits to the UK, Prince Harry has chosen the comfort of a hotel over returning to his former royal residence.

    Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in Frogmore Kitchen | Source: YouTube/@Netflix

    A palace spokesperson confirmed the ongoing vacancy, remarking that speculation about future residents of Frogmore Cottage remains premature. “During the year, Frogmore Cottage has remained empty. I don’t think, at this point, I would speculate on who will be the future occupants of the cottage,” the person said.

    The Sovereign Grant, funded by taxpayers, was initially used to refurbish the property, costing around $3 million. However, as part of their move toward financial independence, Harry reportedly personally covered the renovation expenses, repaying the fund.

    Meghan decorating a section of living space area in Frogmore Cottage | Source: YouTube/@Netflix

    Even as the residence remains empty, it had been briefly occupied by other royal family members. The residence welcomed Harry’s cousin, before being left vacant. Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank stayed there shortly. They used it as their home before the arrival of their son, August, in February 2021.

    At the time, a source mentioned that Frogmore Cottage continued to be the Duke and Duchess of Sussexes’ residence in the UK. Still, they were thrilled to share their home with Eugenie and Jack as they started their own family.

    Harry and Meghan moved into Frogmore Cottage from Nottingham Cottage ahead of their son Archie’s birth in 2019. The property holds fond memories for the couple. They once expressed their gratitude for having an official residence on the estate, calling Windsor a “very special place.”

    In June 2022, Prince Harry and Meghan made their way back to the UK for Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

    During this time, they took up residence at Frogmore Cottage, just a short half-mile from Windsor Castle. Their visit coincided with a milestone moment for their family: their daughter Lilibet Diana’s first birthday.

    A photo of Lilibet taken on Frogmore Cottage backyard | Source: X/misanharriman

    To mark the occasion, the couple threw a cozy, intimate backyard picnic at Frogmore Cottage, inviting close friends and family to join in the festivities.

    Inside Lilibet’s birthday in Frogmore Cottage | Source: X/misanharriman

    This trip was particularly special as it was Lilibet’s first journey to her father’s homeland. Born in California, Lilibet had yet to experience the UK, while her older brother, Archie, had not been back since he was just six months old.

    Since their move to California, Harry and Meghan have embraced their new life there. In a 2022 interview, the Duchess of Sussex expressed their deep satisfaction with their Montecito home, stating they did everything they could to secure it.

    The Montecito property, complete with enchanting gardens, a chicken coop, and a pair of palm trees, holds a special place in their hearts. Meghan recounted how these palm trees became symbolic for them.

    She revealed that during their first visit to the house, Harry immediately noticed the trees and remarked on their unique connection at the base, calling them a reflection of their bond. Meghan added that every day, when their son Archie sees the palm trees, he cheerfully greets them with a friendly “Hi, Momma. Hi, Papa.”

    As Frogmore Cottage remains unoccupied, Harry and Meghan have fully embraced their new life in Montecito. Despite leaving their UK residence behind, the couple seems to have found true happiness in their Californian retreat.