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Loose Women star Kelly Brook has revealed that she previously received an invitation from shamed music mogul Sean ‘P Diddy’ Combs to attend one of his parties but was told to not to go

Loose Women star Kelly Brook has revealed that she was once invited to a party hosted by rapper P Diddy but her former partner advised her not to go.

The 44-year-old appeared as a panellist on the hit ITV show, following her fourth-place triumph on Celebrity Race Across the World. Sitting alongside Loose Women stars Brenda Edwards, Charlene White and Denise Welch, the ladies quizzed Kelly on how she felt doing the programme alongside her husband, Jérémy Parisi.

But the conversation quickly turned to ex-partners and whether Kelly had spoken to Jérémy about her former lovers. This then led the model to divulge information on an invitation her ex-partner told her to refuse.

She said: “I felt like in my younger years I was kind of always pursued by older men and ended up in relationships with older men. So you know we talk a lot about that a lot as well.

Kelly Brook revealed that she was once invited to a party hosted by P Diddy

“And there was a particular actor that I dated many many years ago that was very protective over me and I spoke to Jeremy about this a lot because it’s still relevant now and for example, I got invited to one of those Sean Combs – Puff Daddy parties many many years ago and my boyfriend at the time said ‘you’re not going to it.’

The Loose Women stars spoke openly about former partners
“He was a well known actor that had been in the industry for a very long time and I was taking it as him being possessive and controlling and not wanting me to have fun. I was like ‘Why can’t I go everyone is going to be there, everyone goes to these parties.’

“But he said ‘You’re not going to go’ and nothing more was said about it. Years later I found the invite in his drawer in his office.”

Denise added: “He was looking out for you.” Kelly agreed and said she reflected on the situation with her husband recently.

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Music mogul Sean P Diddy Combs recently pleaded not guilty to all charges against him after being arrested on 16 September. There are currently three charges outlined by the Southern District of New York (SDNY) in a legal indictment which are racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, and transportation to engage in prostitution.

Since a number of allegations have been made even from singer and ex-partner Cassie, rumours have continued to swirl regarding his infamous parties. Combs has denied all charges.

Vernon Kay opened up about his relationship with wife Tess Daly on Thursday’s Loose Women, revealing when he first told his partner, who he married in 2003, he first loved her

Vernon Kay made a surprise admission about the start of his relationship with Tess Daly on Thursday’s Loose Women.

During the latest instalment, Vernon, 50, sat on the panel with Martin Kemp, Judi Love and Denise Welch in a Loose Women vs Loose Men crossover.

One of the topics on Thursday was “when did you tell your partner ‘I love you’” to which Vernon, who married Strictly Come Dancing host Tess Daly in 2003, said: “I’ll be honest with you, it was early on!”

Vernon added he was around 25 and trying to be a model, recalling: “We met at a BBC Christmas party!”, adding: “We hit it off straight away. I had a bit of an issue, financially, at the start of our relationship.

“I had, remember switch cards? Well, the one below that, was the solo card. I had a solo card that kept getting rejected as I was skint, I was absolutely skint as London’s expensive.

Vernon Kay made a surprise admission about the start of his relationship with Tess Daly on Thursday’s Loose Women ( 
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“I was a bit younger and I think we were on our sixth or seventh date, she had decided: ‘Right, if this one, if I’m paying for the sixth or seventh again then I think it’s time to kind of have a word…’

“Thankfully, I had a bit of cash and I managed to pay for dinner. It was only a few weeks later, I was like: ‘Oh my God, she’s amazing this woman’ and that’s when I said I love you. I knew straight away.”

Taking to Twitter, now X, viewers were quick to praise the panel shake-up on Thursday with Vernon and Martin. One person said: “LOVE this line up today #Loosewomen” while a different viewer said: “#LooseWomen love vernon and martin.”

It comes after Tess gave a rare insight into their home life earlier this year. The TV stars share daughters Phoebe, 19, and Amber, 14, and as you would expect, a house with teenagers is never easy all the time.

Tess spoke to OK! Magazine about what goes on in their Buckinghamshire mansion and praised Vernon as a brilliant dad, saying he’s the strict one when it comes to their kids.

Vernon married Strictly Come Dancing host Tess Daly in 2003“As a mum, I just want to be as present as I can be. I pride myself on that,” Tess told OK! “Teenagers don’t always want to talk to you, but even if you’re just physically there in the room with them… I’ll plonk myself there quietly in the corner. You’ve got two little people who have become young adults. It’s amazing and constantly rewarding. I love being a mum – it’s my most important job.”

She went on: “Vernon is a great dad – he loves them to bits. I don’t know if there’s a good cop, bad cop, but maybe he’s a little stricter sometimes. But it’s for the greater good and we’re a good team. I’m proud of how down to earth they are. That’s what you want – kids who are kind and who have a good work ethic and respect people. You just try to mould good humans.”

Martin Kemp made a sweet parenting admission about son Roman, 31, on Thursday’s Loose Women, leaving the panellists surprised

Martin Kemp stunned the Loose Women studio on Thursday as he made a sweet parenting admission about son Roman.

The Spandau Ballet icon, 62, shares son Roman, 31, and daughter Harley, 35, with wife Shirlie Holliman, who he married in 1988.

On Thursday’s episode of Loose Women, panellists Denise Welch and Judi Love were joined by Martin and Vernon Kay in a Loose Men shake-up. During the instalment, the panellists discussed the topic “do you parent boys and girls differently?” which prompted a surprising response from Martin.

Host, Denise, 66, asked: “Do you worry more about Harley though than you do Roman just because she’s a girl?” to which Martin admitted: “I didn’t, actually, it was the other way round. I used to worry far more about Roman because boys have that thing of getting into fights. That made me worry a lot more.

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“To a point where when Roman started going out, you know when they start going to the house parties, about 16 to 17, Shirlie and I would take them. We would drive them to wherever the house party was and instead of going back home we would wait there in the car for four hours with sandwiches.”

This admission led to gasps and laughter from the Loose Women studio as Judi asked: “Waiting for them to come out?” to which a giggling Martin explained: “Yeah, waiting for them to come out!”

Martin has a very close bond with presenter son Roman and only recently his son teased his famous father over his unique wardrobe choices on their podcast FFS! My Dad Is Martin Kemp. During their chat, Roman noticed his dad’s new sunglasses. Initially, Martin said, while noticing his son’s facial expression: “When I came in this morning, I thought I looked quite cool.”

Roman then quizzed: “What is that? You got mum’s sunglasses on?” In defence, Martin then said: “I haven’t got mum’s sunglasses, they’re my new ones. Bit of Tom Ford.” Believing that his dad was pranking him as the glasses were seemingly feminine, Martin then added: “Ro what are you laughing at?”

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In response, Roman continued: “They’re not yours, please don’t tell me that. How much did you spend on them?” To make matters worse Roman was then told his dad spent £300 at an airport for his new purchase.

He replied, in between fits of laughter: “No you didn’t.” And it looks as though fans of their podcast enjoyed their banter, while some sided with Roman over his view of his father’s so-called trendy purchase. One person added in the comment section of the post: “You two are definitely a good replacement for Morecambe & Wise lol.”

Another added: “Ha ha agree with your son. They are just not your style.” Meanwhile, a third person said: “Best podcast ever .. I’m going to listen to them all again & hope you get another series.” And a fourth fan wrote: “You can rely on your kids to tell it straight.”

Roman recently quit his role on Capital Breakfast with his replacement announced as BBC Radio One Drivetime host Jordan North. Roman has been busy with his podcast and presenting duties on The One Show.

Eastenders and Emmerdale writer Sharon Marshall teased fans on This Morning, with the possibility of Mick Carter returning to the BBC One soap after a two year hiatus

This Morning star Sharon Marshall dropped a major tease for Mick Carter to return to Eastenders.

The former writer of the BBC One drama had been so impressed with some of the incredible actors and actresses who had made epic comebacks that she decided to run her own poll on the subject.

Speaking to host’s Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard, the soap correspondent pondered over the thought of some iconic people making remarkable returns to their respective soap lands.

However, she wanted to establish fans’ views on the subject, with one clear winner at the top of the survey, the beloved fan favourite, Mick Carter, played by Danny Dyer.

Fans will recall that fateful Christmas episode back in 2022 when Mick disappeared into the English Channel after a terrifying accident occured at sea.

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Mick’s final scenes saw him rescue his two ex-wives Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) and Janine Butcher (Charlie Brooks). Although it was assumed he had died in the ordeal, his body was never recovered and his fate remains a mystery to this very day.

Sharon, had been celebrating one of EastEnders most recent comebacks when she dropped the teaser about Mick. She said: “I was looking at Yolande [Trueman] and there have been so many good comebacks, Angela Wynter has just been acing the storyline.

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“We did ask you [the viewers] who you would most like to see,” turning to Cat and Ben, she asked: “Shall I do a top three?”

Chiming back with glee, Cat exclaimed: “Yeah, what did the viewers say?” As Sharon detailed those who’d came out on top: “Number three, they want him to come and help his mum obviously, Adam Barton in Emmerdale.”

Sharon explained fans want Mick Carter back on-screensShe added: “Number two, Grant [Grant Mitchell] in Eastenders,” before turning her attention to first place. The expert revealed: “But the top one Mick Carter, they think he could have held his breath under the waves all that time.”

The former screenwriter had been shocked by a number of the replies she’d received from fans and their extensive requests to see some old characters return to soaps.

She went on to outline: “What happened was I just put a few names up there and then people started coming up with their own storylines on who they’d like to see coming back.

“Michael Adams and Denise Welch, watch this, he wants Natalie Barns back in Corrie,” she said with surprise in her voice while nodding for Denise – who was in the ITV headquarters for Loose Women – to take stock.

Last weekend in Montecito, Meghan Markle took center stage at the grand opening of the bookstore Godmothers Only. However, her moment in the…

Last weekend in Montecito, Meghan Markle took center stage at the grand opening of the bookstore Godmothers Only. However, her moment in the spotlight was abruptly interrupted by none other than Oprah Winfrey. It seems even Oprah isn’t immune to Meghan’s infamous flare-ups.

According to journalist Elizabeth Holmes, who was there with a camera, the incident was nothing short of a comedy of errors. Meghan, perched on a modest stage, was mid-speech, waxing poetic about the safety she feels in bookstores—one of those profound revelations that only someone of Meghan’s intellectual stature could deliver. That’s when Oprah made her entrance, slipping into the front row like a stealthy ninja.

Holmes shared the amusing moment on Instagram, recounting how she was completely absorbed in filming Meghan’s every word when Oprah’s quiet arrival caught her off guard. Oprah, it seems, had been prepping for her own part of the program in the green room. When she finally appeared, she did so with all the subtlety of a cat burglar. Holmes recounted, “I didn’t even realize it was Oprah until she was right in front of me. So surreal.” It was almost as if Oprah was deliberately trying to add a little chaos to the event. 

The spectacle grew more entertaining from there. Meghan Markle, with her usual grace, managed to transform a simple bookstore speech into a dramatic performance of annoyance. As Oprah took a seat, Meghan’s composure seemed to crack like poorly applied foundation. The once-Royal Duchess was visibly flustered, her irritation palpable as Oprah waved to friends and distractedly settled in.

The sheer audacity of Oprah interrupting Meghan’s monologue on bookstore safety was too much for Markle to handle. One can only imagine the internal monologue Meghan was having: “How dare Oprah ruin my grand soliloquy about checking out books? Did she not realize how crucial my words are?” The small, intimate bookstore setting seemed to shrink further as Meghan’s distress became the evening’s main event.

Meghan’s speech was already teetering on the edge of a cringe-fest. Her attempt to make buying a book sound like an earth-shattering event was nothing short of amateur hour. It’s as if she expected the audience to be blown away by her riveting account of standing in line at the cashier. Perhaps Oprah’s entrance was a well-timed intervention to prevent further damage to everyone’s eardrums.

Theories about Oprah’s intentions began to swirl. Was her late arrival a deliberate ploy to unsettle Meghan, akin to how Meghan allegedly tried to rattle Catherine by asking to borrow her lip balm? Or was Oprah simply late, with her timing more coincidental than conspiratorial? Either way, the scene played out like a soap opera of high-society awkwardness.

Meanwhile, the crowd, composed of the usual suspects of fame and vanity, seemed more interested in their own reflections than in the substance of Meghan’s speech. The event showcased celebrity self-indulgence, with each attendee more concerned about their own image than the actual bookstore opening.

Meghan’s apparent lack of self-awareness was on full display. Standing in a tiny bookstore, she was caught in the delusion that her words were of monumental importance. The fact that she couldn’t even muster a polite acknowledgment of Oprah’s presence showed just how consumed she was by her own narrative. 

So here’s to Meghan Markle and a bookstore drama—a perfect example of how a minor celebrity event can spiral into an epic tale of narcissistic overreaction. And kudos to Oprah for providing a touch of reality to an otherwise insipid evening.

Lizzie Cundy forced to ‘tell Meghan Markle off’ after awkward Victoria Beckham meeting

Meghan Markle “squealed” when she saw Victoria Beckham in the flesh, her former pal said. Telly presenter and model Lizzie Cundy a…

Meghan Markle “squealed” when she saw Victoria Beckham in the flesh, her former pal said.

Telly presenter and model Lizzie Cundy and Meghan became friends in 2013 when she was asked to sit with the Duchess at a charity event hosted by John Caudwell. Meghan, 43, was unknown in the UK at the time and had jetted in to promote herself and the legal drama and befriended a string of UK celebrities.

At the time, the future Duchess of Sussex was known in the States for playing Rachel Zane in the legal drama Suits, as well as for writing her blog, The Tig, which she closed down after meeting Prince Harry. Lizzie, 56, and Meghan instantly hit it off and became friends.

But things turned sour when Meghan officially started dating King Charles’ son and is said to have severed ties with all of her UK pals, including Piers Morgan. Now, Lizzie has bagged her own Amazon Prime show, Red Carpet Uncut, and has promised to share behind-the-scenes footage with Meghan. 

Speaking exclusively to the Mirror about their first outing, Lizzie said: “We can [expect Meghan bloopers] she was ‘so excited to be there’, she was calling me babe saying she loved London and the red telephone boxes and red busses. She was obsessed with London, you can see it from the interview.

“She was so thrilled to be in the room with Victoria Beckham. This was the night I actually had to tell her to stop squealing when she did see Victoria, it wasn’t too cool and she was very overexcited. This was the time before she met her Harry, she was still in Suits, I’d never heard about it. This interview, she asked me to interview her!”

Lizzie went on to explain that her producer at the time she was interviewing on the red carpet said: “We’ve got huge stars, Eva Longoria and Victoria Beckham, we haven’t got time for this’ I said ‘No we have to, I promised her.’” Lizzie added that they agreed to record the interview which almost didn’t make the final cut. “Who knew, it’s mad, she was very excited, she was very excited to be in the room with Victoria Beckham,” Lizzie said, before adding: “It’s sad that their relationship has soured slightly.”

Meghan and Harry, and showbiz royalty David and Victoria Beckham have had rumours circulate of snubs and a less-than-friendly phone call that imply that the relationship has now turned frosty. Harry and Meghan were said to be worried that close friends might be leaking stories about them and were keen to find out who could be behind it. 

It is alleged that in particular, Meghan suspected Victoria – and Harry called David to repeat the accusation. A source close to the Beckhams told the publication: “David and Victoria went to Meghan and Harry’s wedding and were very supportive when Meghan arrived in the UK.”

William and Charles’ Hidden Chat About Catherine’s New Royal Title Revealed!

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As the summer sun bathes Buckingham Palace in a warm golden light, the historic venue is preparing to host crucial discussions regarding the future of the British Monarchy. Last August, the royal family’s holiday at Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire, Scotland evolved into a significant summit where plans for the monarchy’s next decade were carefully deliberated.

A private meeting took place at Buckingham Palace with King Charles III, Princess Catherine of Wales, and Prince William focusing on major adjustments expected to the monarchy in the first half of 2024 and strategies to tackle potential challenges. Both Charles and Catherine have been facing health issues, with cancer affecting them, while Catherine is also recovering from an injury sustained earlier this year. These health concerns are likely to shape the conversations, leading to a greater role for lesser-known working royals during the trio’s potential absence from duties.
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King Charles, who made history as the oldest monarch to take the British throne at the age of 73, may not reign for as long as some expect. Depending on how long he lives, which could be contingent on living as long as his late mother Queen Elizabeth II, there are suggestions Charles may not reach significant milestones or jubilees during his reign. Many insiders believe Charles’ cancer prognosis is more serious than publicly acknowledged, with some estimating he may only have a 2-year lifespan remaining. Even before his diagnosis, there were worries about his health.

Despite the media’s early focus on William and Catherine assuming the throne, their decision to take their time before doing so reflects a wise and mature approach. Allowing for a smoother transition ensures that the monarchy will be led by someone fully ready for the immense responsibilities of the role. As the monarchy faces new challenges, the traditional roles of royal family members are clearly evolving.
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Catherine has consistently lifted Charles’ spirits by encouraging him to look forward to future experiences. Their shared journey through cancer has brought them closer together in ways they never anticipated. Understanding Charles’ love for nature, Catherine often suggests places they can visit together after completing her own cancer treatment. The Princess of Wales is now set to make a significant return to royal duties, with a major public event on the horizon.

Her gradual re-entry into royal life underscores her commitment to both her health and responsibilities. Despite reports indicating her full recovery could take several years, the unwavering support from King Charles and Prince William has been a source of strength for Catherine. An insider revealed that Catherine, whom Charles regards as the daughter he never had, has been a great comfort to him – even while facing her own health battles.
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Rather than quickly returning to a packed public schedule, Catherine has kept her connection to charitable initiatives alive through video messages and social media. On September 17th, she met with members of The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood to discuss her “Early Years” campaign. Catherine had previously been keeping a low profile to prioritize her health, but returned to social media on September 9th to share updates on her remission journey.

The severity of her condition has reminded the royal family of the importance of cherishing life. While she has begun meeting with staff again, Catherine is expected to take her time reintegrating fully into public duties. In the meantime, Prince William traveled to Scotland to engage in work focused on homelessness, expressing gratitude to those who assist the homeless while emphasizing the importance of family support and bonding.
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The royal family plans to participate in numerous outdoor activities together that promote family togetherness and allow Catherine to continue her recovery at a comfortable pace. King Charles is eager to enjoy quality time with his grandchildren, engaging in fun and educational pursuits like fishing, horseback riding, hiking and more. These shared family experiences not only help to strengthen bonds but also provide Catherine with peace of mind knowing her children are in loving hands as she focuses on her health.

As planning continues for the monarchy’s next chapter, the current priorities of the family are understandably centered around health,recovery, support and cherishing time together. With wise leadership and an emphasis on gradual transitions, the institution is ensuring stability and preparedness for the future during this reflective period.
 

Meghan Markle Is Having a ‘Meltdown’ as Her Character Is Attacked and Those Who Did so Aren’t Backing Down

Some unwanted press came Meghan Markle‘s way in early September when The Hollywood Reporter published a blistering story about working for P…

Some unwanted press came Meghan Markle‘s way in early September when The Hollywood Reporter published a blistering story about working for Prince Harry’s wife, labeling her a “dictator in high heels” who “marches around fuming and barking orders.”

The “Sussex Survivor Club” members who spoke to the publication insisted that the reason for such a high turnover with the duke and duchess’s staffers is because “Everyone’s terrified of Meghan. She belittles people, she doesn’t take advice … she’s just terrible … I’ve watched her reduce grown men to tears.”

And if that’s not damning enough, the story is titled: “Why Hollywood Keeps Quitting on Harry and Meghan.” That’s quite a blow to the former Suits star as she has been trying to jumpstart different projects since moving back to the U.S. in 2020, including a lifestyle brand. So now, some have come to Meghan’s defense to dispute the allegations. But those who made the claims are not backing down. 

A few of Meghan’s former employees came to her defense amid the duchess’s ‘meltdown’

THR story has gained so much traction since it was published that many royal watchers opined it could actually kill Meghan’s Hollywood comeback. Therefore, commentators on Talk TV believe that Meghan is having a “meltdown” over it. Now though, a few former and current Sussex employees have decided to come forward and sing the pair’s praises in an effort to dispute the damning “dictator” claims.

The couple’s ex-chief of staff Josh Kettler, who made headlines for mysteriously quitting just before Harry and Meghan’s high-profile visit to Colombia, told US Weekly that the Sussexes are “dedicated and hardworking” and he was “warmly welcomed” upon joining their team.

Ben Browning, Archewell’s former head of content, recalled his experience working with Harry and Meghan as being “positive and supportive” adding that “The narratives we’ve seen suggesting the contrary are untrue.”

And a current staffer, who wished to remain anonymous, said they were “dumbfounded by the claims” and what’s being put out there is “likely made up from someone who’s disgruntled.”

THR stands by report, talked to a dozen people who branded Meghan ‘difficult’

Despite these claims from Sussex supporters, The Hollywood Reporter isn’t backing down and stands by its story.

Editor-In-Chief Maer Roshan told Access Hollywood: “Our reporter talked to I think a dozen people most of them are people who work very closely with the couple in various capacities now and previously. Our reporter talked to a very high-up source who works for the couple who said, ‘Everyone is terrified of Meghan Markle.’

“‘Duchess Difficult’ is a nickname that has trailed Meghan Markle for quite a few years. What is new is that this notion, since coming to America, that a lot of these rumors were manufactured by the Palace and the reporting that we did suggests that probably isn’t true and there is still this undercurrent of fear.” 

The report also noted that when Meghan joined the royal family in 2018, an investigation was opened following allegations that she had “bullied” and mistreated her staffers. The findings of that investigation have never been made public and Harry and Meghan have always denied the bullying accusations.

According to royal sources, Princess Catherine can’t simply forget her friendship with Prince Harry. We all know their relationship has …

According to royal sources, Princess Catherine can’t simply forget her friendship with Prince Harry. We all know their relationship has been strained for years, largely due to Meghan and Harry’s actions.

According to one source, Princess Catherine wants to mend fences with Harry and is keen on repairing their relationship. A source told Star Magazine via Marie Claire that “it bothers Kate that William and Harry are still estranged, so she’s taking matters into her own hands.

She feels their feud has gone on long enough and that it’s time for William and Harry to be brothers again. She believes there’s still time to repair the damage and has been quietly pushing for a truce.”With all the recent headlines about Harry wanting to return to the family while being half in and half out, and reports that Meghan is also willing to come back—as long as she gets the money, a castle, and Princess Catherine’s job—this makes me skeptical. Meghan seems to be trying to further the narrative that she and Harry are ready to mend fences, and somehow Princess Catherine is part of that story.

Let’s face it, this information doesn’t sound like it’s coming from the royal family. The royal family is notoriously secretive, especially regarding Catherine’s private life. So, is this really coming from Team Royal? No way! It feels like this is just another leak from Meghan’s camp.

Moving on from that little bombshell, the article claims that Catherine is eager to repair their relationship partly because of the kindness Harry showed her during her early days as a royal. Yes, that’s true, but let’s not forget the hurtful comments and actions that have taken place since then.

You only have to look at Omid Scobie’s book *Endgame*, where he reveals that Harry and Meghan allegedly labeled Catherine as a “royal racist” during that infamous Oprah interview.

If you consider all this, it’s clear that this story originates from Team Sussex. They’re the only ones pushing this narrative of reconciliation, while the royal family has made it clear they’re focused on the next generation, ignoring Meghan and Harry altogether.

The article further states that “Kate has never been someone that could just turn off her feelings with a switch, and going through cancer has only made her more sensitive and caring.”Apparently, she doesn’t blame Harry for taking Meghan’s side, which is a rather convenient perspective, considering Meghan’s part in this feud. If anyone is to blame, it’s not just Harry but Meghan as well for fueling the fire.

I’m left wondering: Has Meghan leaked another story about Princess Catherine, making it seem like Catherine is ready to reconcile? The timing of this article feels incredibly convenient, and it raises more questions than it answers.

King Charles was left feeling ‘crushed’ following an announcement from his son Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, a royal book claims. …

King Charles was left feeling ‘crushed’ following an announcement from his son Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, a royal book claims.

Harry and Meghan first met in July 2016 before going public with their relationship in November. At the time, the monarch, who was then the Prince of Wales, was preparing to meet the King of Bahrain during a delicate tour in the Persian Gulf sovereign state. According to Finding Freedom authors Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand, who are thought to be close with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, his team had spent months organising the tour, hoping it would be “covered significantly” by the media.

But Charles was reportedly “crushed” when Harry and Meghan confirmed their relationship publicly while also launching an attack on the media, as he thought the announcement would dominate the news cycle, overshadowing his tour. The authors claimed Harry gave his father just 20 minutes’ notice before releasing a statement that confirmed his relationship with Meghan. 

The book reads: “It was a critical moment that had been in the works for months. A statement from Kensington Palace condemning the Press and, in the same breath, confirming Harry’s new girlfriend would all but eliminate coverage of Prince Charles’s tour of the Gulf.” Royal authors Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand claim: “The team at Clarence House, which had spent months putting together Prince Charles’ tour in the hopes that it would be covered significantly, was crushed.”

The book also says Harry was challenging anyone who “questioned his new relationship”, with the authors writing that the Duke of Sussex would wonder if people were judging them because of race or snobbery. Harry had allegedly cut ties with a friend for “gossiping about Meghan” and was “poised for an outright war” with the media.

However, the book insists Charles “understood that the situation with Meghan had reached a tipping point” despite being “disappointed” by the timing of his son’s statement. Relations between the King and his second son have fractured over the years following Harry’s decision to leave the Royal Family and his subsequent attacks on the monarchy.

He will be travelling to London in a matter of days to attend a ceremony marking the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games, attending a service of thanksgiving at London’s St Paul’s Cathedral on Wednesday, May 8, where he is expected to provide a reading. It remains to be seen whether or not he will see his father. The last time they saw each other was when Harry dashed back to the UK in February in the hours after the King’s cancer diagnosis was made public. But the pair spent just 45 minutes together on a whirlwind trip that saw Harry spend only 24 hours in his home country. 

Insiders have also ruled out a reunion between Harry and his older brother William, who is said to still feel ‘betrayed’ by Harry. Friends told The Daily Beast: “Both sides understand each other’s position clearly now. William and Catherine felt completely betrayed by Harry’s memoir. They don’t speak to Harry and Meghan, and they are certainly not about to start when Catherine is at her most vulnerable.”