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Meghan Markle ‘must have been incredibly envious and then jealous of Kate Middleton’, a royal expert has claimed.

Editor of Majesty magazine Ingrid Stewart suggested to The Telegraph that the Duchess of Sussex, 42, was perhaps jealous of her husband Prince Harry’s close sibling-like relationship with Kate.

 

‘Unfortunately, it points to Meghan doesn’t it? Maybe Harry was a little in love with Kate,’ said the royal author, before adding: ‘No, no, no – I don’t mean physically but mentally. Remember when it was just the three of them?

He always longed for a sister, he told Diana that. Psychologically I think he just adored her and he was always there, at Kensington Palace, in their fridge, you know, “What’s for supper?”.

Elsewhere, Ingrid, whose new book My Mother and I centres on King Charles III’s relationship with the late Queen Elizabeth II, said the ‘jealous’ Duchess ‘thought she was going to be a princess and live in Windsor Castle.’

Instead, the mother-of-two and her husband Prince Harry, who are now based in California following Megxit, were at first ‘stuck in Nottingham Cottage which [the Duke] used to call “my hovel”‘, while ‘there’s William and Kate with this beautiful house’.

The royal author continued: ‘I think that Meghan must have been incredibly envious and then jealous of Kate.

‘I heard Meghan actually thought she was going to be a princess and live in Windsor Castle. Instead, there’s William and Kate with this beautiful house, while they are stuck in Nottingham Cottage which Harry used to call “my hovel”.’

While Ingrid doesn’t write off the chance of a reconciliation entirely, she does say that distance – both physically and metaphorically makes it seem somewhat unlikely.

In December, an insider told The Telegraph that Meghan ‘felt she had more of a right to speak’ than Kate at certain events because she was a ‘self-made woman’.

The Duchess was allegedly uneasy with the Prince and Princess of Wales being the superior royals in the palace hierarchy when she joined the Royal Family.

This was particularly the case during a Royal Foundation Forum in February 2018, a source said, where it was claimed the tension between the ‘Fab Four’ was ‘palpable’.

Meghan felt ‘she was a self-made woman whereas Kate hadn’t really had her own career’, an insider told the publication.

The source said: ‘She seemed to feel like she had more of a right to speak than her sister-in-law, who had married into the family as an unknown whereas Meghan regarded herself as a philanthropist who could teach the royals a thing or two about charity.

‘I think she found it difficult that the Royal Foundation was already a well oiled machine by the time she got there.’

However, Omid Scobie previously claimed that Kate failed to foster a ‘meaningful’ relationship with her sister-in-law Meghan in his first book Finding Freedom.

It was also reported that Meghan received a ‘lukewarm’ reception from ‘formal’ William and Kate when her relationship with Prince Harry turned serious.

As Harry wrote in his book Spare, when he first introduced Meghan to his brother, Kate had remained in the garden – which wasn’t the welcome they had hoped for.

It comes after the Daily Mail’s Richard Eden revealed that the Princess of Wales, who underwent ‘successful’ planned abdominal surgery more than three weeks ago, is on the mend.

In a clear sign of her improvement, she was able to join her husband, Prince William, and their three children as they set off for a half-term holiday on the Sandringham estate in Norfolk, where the King is also convalescing.

‘Catherine is recovering well,’ a friend said. ‘She was looking forward to a change of scene and will be able to take it easy in Norfolk while the children let off steam with William.’

The Princess, 42, was discharged 12 days ago from the London Clinic, where she had spent almost two weeks.

In the only Kensington Palace statement about her health, a spokesman said on January 17 that, ‘based on the current medical advice, she is unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter’.

The spokesman did not provide details about the nature of her surgery, but sources briefed that it was not for cancer.

Since leaving hospital, without being photographed, Catherine has been at Adelaide Cottage, the family’s four-bedroom home at Windsor Home Park.

Her children, Prince George, ten, Princess Charlotte, eight, and Prince Louis, five, all attend Lambrook school a 15-minute drive away in Berkshire. They broke up for a week’s half-term holiday on Friday.

Meghan faces a ‘very sad’ reality, an expert says (Image: Getty)

Meghan Markle is now a “laughing stock” in the US because she ditched the Royal Family for “making jam”, a royal expert has said.

In 2020, the Duchess of Sussex and her husband Prince Harry stepped down as senior working members of the Royal Family, before eventually relocating and settling in Montecito, California.

Since then, relations between the couple and the royals have been fractured, with the Harry and Meghan making claims against them in an interview with Oprah Winfrey in March 2021, before the Duke made further claims in his January 2023 memoir, Spare.

Harry and Meghan have used their independence to pursue a variety of ventures and projects.

US-based royal commentator Hilary Fordwich told Daily Express US Meghan’s latest project – lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard – has not been well received in the country.

Meghan released her jam last month (Image: Tracey Robbins/Instagram)

She claimed the new venture represents a massive downgrade from what Harry and Meghan could have achieved with the royals.

The expert said: “I know that Meghan has become a laughing stock with her jam. I think it is very sad.

Harry and Meghan could have done so much for the Commonwealth. Harry could have been something of a joint King, meeting global leaders with Meghan. Now she is making jam.

Fordwich continued: “There is nowhere in the media that has said ‘this is a great step!’ Americans are very career-conscious. You are judged by where your CV is going. Your trajectory weighs heavily.

“This also raises the question of where is Harry now if all she is doing is making jam?”

Meghan recently released a new jam as part of her new brand launch, promoting via influencers’ Instagram pages.

Harry is in the UK this week (Image: Getty)

Last month, Meghan sent 50 jars of her new jam to influencers, including fashion designer Tracy Robbins and Argentine socialite Delfina Balquier.

Earlier this week, the former actress did not travel to the UK with Harry when he returned to his home country for an Invictus Games event.

Despite hopes of a reconciliation with his King Charles III, the Duke of Sussex didn’t meet with his father during his stay.

A spokesperson for Harry said: “In response to the many inquiries and continued speculation on whether or not the duke will meet with his father while in the UK this week, it, unfortunately, will not be possible due to His Majesty’s full programme.

“The duke of course is understanding of his father’s diary of commitments and various other priorities and hopes to see him soon.”

Meghan Markle has been issued a warning about her trip to Nigeria with Prince Harry as one royal expert believes she could come across as “patronising”.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are visiting the African country on a 72-hour whistle stop tour. They landed in Abuja on Friday morning following a short flight delay. During the trip, Harry and Meghan will visit the country’s military headquarters and promote the Invictus Games.

Royal author Tom Quinn has warned Meghan is at risk of being “criticised” if she makes the visit “an ego trip”. Speaking to The Mirror, he explained: “Like many very wealthy people she doesn’t see anything patronising about the idea of a princess visiting the poor.

“What she won’t like is criticism that the tour of Nigeria is really all about her.” Tom added: “The last time she and Harry visited the African continent, Meghan was criticised for seeming to make the visit an ego trip – and there is a real danger that it will happen again this time.

“The quiet dignity of a real royal tour brings publicity to often forgotten parts of the world and forgotten conflicts and there is no danger that grubby commercial considerations will obscure the picture.”

He also suggested there will be a lot of focus on their latest business ventures during the trip. Tom told us: “With Meghan and Harry there will be as much focus on their various businesses – including making jams and jellies – as there will be on their philanthropic efforts.

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They’ll take part in events to promote the Invictus Games ( Image: AFP/Getty Images)
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“That said, Meghan is in many ways quite thick skinned and as long as she and Harry get lots of publicity, of whatever kind, she will see it as a good thing in terms of their new Internet brand and their other commercial projects.”

Nigerian officials said Harry and Meghan’s trip will last until Monday. While in Nigeria, the pair will watch a volleyball game, and visit military hospitals and charities in Abuja and Lagos. The Defence HQ revealed their itinerary in a press conference on Thursday, May 9, saying they are also scheduled to meet injured armed forces personnel and their families.

Harry and Meghan will also visit the Wuse Light Academy before seeing Nigeria’s security chief. The Sussexes will also travel to Kaduna state to go to the Nigerian Army Reference Hospital to visit with recovering wounded and injured soldiers.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to take ‘Charming Just Arrived Third Child’ on next trip, because Meghan thinks it will attract…

London, UK — Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have announced plans to bring their “charming just arrived third child” on their next trip.

 

Meghan believes that including their newest family member will attract positive attention and goodwill during their travels.

The decision to travel with their newborn comes as the couple continues to balance their public engagements with family life. Meghan and Harry are known for their hands-on parenting style and their desire to keep their family close during important moments.

This upcoming trip will mark the first public appearance of their third child, Prince Charles (Jr.), who has already captured the hearts of the public. The couple hopes that showcasing their growing family will enhance their connection with people around the world and bring a sense of warmth and unity to their engagements.

Further details about their trip and specific destinations have not yet been disclosed. Fans and supporters are eagerly anticipating seeing the newest royal family member and wish the family safe and joyful travels.

Meghan Markle’s recent actions involving Prince George and Catherine. What Meghan did was truly appalling, but it’s consistent with her char…

Meghan Markle’s recent actions involving Prince George and Catherine. What Meghan did was truly appalling, but it’s consistent with her character. Catherine recently shared a beautiful photo of Prince George for his birthday. Isn’t it a lovely picture? Catherine has a real talent for photography, and Meghan seems to be quite envious of that.

Why else would Meghan attempt to overshadow the release of this photo if not out of jealousy? It’s frustrating to see her actions, especially when she often portrays herself as a victim. If Meghan wants to be seen as a good person, why does she continue to overshadow others?

Recently, Meghan was spotted out in Montecito, dining at an Italian restaurant called TR Luna. She was with her friend, actress Kimberly Williams-Paisley, wife of country singer Brad Paisley. Meghan was photographed with her “Duchess of Sussex” purse, which struck me as extremely pretentious.

 

It’s astonishing to see someone flaunt their title so blatantly. Meanwhile, her father is struggling with medical bills, and Meghan is out flaunting thousands of dollars worth of clothing. Her behavior seems to be a contradiction to the image she wants to project. 

Moving on to the recent development with the German filmmaker’s documentary, which has been put on hold. The documentary was initially set to air, but now it appears Meghan and Harry have contacted their attorneys, threatening legal action if the documentary includes any false claims.

Germans are known for their thoroughness, so this pause is likely to ensure that all information is accurate. The fact that this documentary is being scrutinized so closely indicates that Meghan and Harry are deeply concerned about what might be revealed.

Despite attempts to scrub the internet of sensitive information, some details about Meghan’s past might still emerge. The internet never truly forgets.

Meghan’s recent endorsement of Kamala Harris adds another layer of intrigue. If Harris becomes President, Meghan could have significant influence, which is concerning for some.

Recent polls show that Meghan’s endorsement could sway voters, which suggests that some people are still influenced by her public persona.

Meghan’s attempts to suppress information about her past and maintain a high profile in public life reflect her desire for power. Her past actions in Hollywood, which she might regret, could come to light through this documentary.

I believe the German filmmakers will ensure their documentary is accurate before releasing it. Meghan and Harry’s fear is palpable, as this documentary could severely impact Meghan’s career and their future.

Harry may also be coming to terms with aspects of Meghan’s past that he was previously unaware of. Their situation looks increasingly precarious, and it seems their fight to maintain their public image is becoming more challenging.

Meghan Markle’s much-anticipated trip to New York for a high-profile Women’s Summit in the Hamptons has taken an unexpected turn. The Duches…

Meghan Markle’s much-anticipated trip to New York for a high-profile Women’s Summit in the Hamptons has taken an unexpected turn. The Duchess reportedly faced a dramatic setback when she was denied accommodation at a five-star hotel.

According to sources close to the situation, Markle was left furious and humiliated after her booking was inexplicably canceled, forcing her to find alternative lodging at the last minute.

Known for her taste for luxury and exacting standards, Markle was expected to stay at one of New York’s most prestigious hotels. However, in a surprising development, she learned that her reservation had been mysteriously canceled.

The reasons behind the hotel’s decision remain unclear, with speculation running high. Some believe that anti-monarchy groups might have pressured the hotel, while others suggest that Markle’s reputation for demanding behavior and diva-like tendencies could have played a role.

 

The incident has sparked outrage among Markle’s supporters, who have accused the hotel of discrimination and prejudice. On the other hand, critics have questioned the Duchess’s sense of entitlement and her expectations of preferential treatment. 

Markle’s public image, already marred by a series of controversies, is likely to suffer further damage from this latest setback.

The Duchess, often criticized for her lavish lifestyle and apparent disconnect from ordinary people’s concerns, will now face renewed scrutiny over her demands and expectations.

As the story continues to unfold, it’s clear that Meghan Markle’s journey to the Hamptons has not started as she had hoped. This hotel snub has exposed her vulnerability and highlighted the ongoing challenges she faces in maintaining her carefully crafted public image.

Princess Anne once left Meghan Markle “dumbfounded” when the actress sought out the hardworking royal for advice early on in her royal career. The Princess Royal reportedly advised the Duchess of Sussex to think of being royal “as a job” and not a means to become hugely famous.

The Duchess of Sussex was told by Princess Anne that being royal ‘is a job.’

“This senior royal takes no nonsense, much like her father, the late Duke of Edinburgh. Apparently, when Meghan Markle joined the royal family, she sought out Princess Anne,” royal expert Neil Sean dished. “According to a very good source, Princess Anne gave very sage advice to the new royal.”

He continued: “She [Anne] does endless amounts of engagements. She turns up, does the job, does not seek the limelight, and represents the Queen. I thought the recent visit together with the Queen to the Thames Hospice was wonderful. But apparently, Meghan left her meeting with Princess Anne dumbfounded. Princess Anne reiterated this mantra, she pointed out that it wasn’t a working monarchy, it was a job, you turn up on time, you do your research, and do the duty.”

The YouTube broadcaster then observed how the only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II shared: “It’s all about the project at hand. She also pointed out that whatever charities you are involved in, you need to get involved and get immersed.”

Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, speaking with Oprah Winfrey in March 2021.

“According to a very good source, Meghan Markle failed to warm to Princess Anne. And Princess Anne always knew that Meghan would have a very short shelf-life in the world of the British monarchy,” Sean concluded.

The Duchess of Sussex eventually decided not to follow Anne’s advice, as she found her brief tenure as a working senior royal to be troubling. She would go on to recount her experiences when she sat down with Oprah Winfrey, along with her husband, Prince Harry, in an explosive March 2021 interview.

Meghan Markle told Oprah Winfrey about her struggles with depression while in the royal family.

As The Royal Observer previously reported, Meghan got very candid in the question and answer session when it came to her mental health. “I just didn’t see a solution; I don’t understand how all of this is being churned out — again, I wasn’t seeing it, but it’s worse when you see it through your mom [and] friends,” she told the influential media mogul.

“It was all happening because I was breathing. Look, I was really ashamed to say it at the time and ashamed to have to admit to [Prince] Harry, especially because I know how much loss he’s suffered, but I knew that if I didn’t say it, I would do it, and I just didn’t — I didn’t want to be alive anymore,” the Duchess confessed.

The 10-year-old’s wholesome reaction was “too good not to share,” the proud dad wrote

David Beckham and Josh Duhamel (L), Axl Duhamel (R). Photo: Josh Duhamel/Instagram

Josh Duhamel impressed his son after meeting a major sports star.

Sharing a photo where he poses with David Beckham on Instagram Friday, the 50-year-old actor — who is expecting his second baby, the first with wife Audra Mari, 29 — explained why the photo was extra special.

“This was just too good not to share. Thank you @davidbeckham for making me look cool to my son. You’re a good man,” he captioned the shot.

The post also included a video showing son Axl, 10, reacting to the photo in a video message to his dad.

“Dad, that’s so cool! You met David Beckham!” he squeals in the video. “Oh my gosh, that’s so cool. I wish I could meet him.”

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Josh Duhamel and his son, Axl Duhamel.Josh Duhamel Instagram

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In March, Duhamel opened up about bonding with his son, whom he shares with ex Fergie, who had finally developed the love of sports his dad hoped for.

“Does my son play sports? He’s starting to get into it finally. I didn’t think he was ever going to get into it, but he really loves basketball now,” Duhamel exclusively told PEOPLE.

“He likes to throw the football around with me a little bit. I try not to be overbearing with him in sports, but I try to let him find it rather than me push it on him,” he continued.

“It’s taken him a long time and it’s actually been a little bit frustrating, ’cause I was thinking he was going to be like me, but he’s getting there. He likes it.”

Josh Duhamel with his son, Axl Duhamel.Josh Duhamel Instagram

Last month, the Win a Date with Tad Hamilton! actor revealed he’s expecting baby No. 2 in a joint Instagram post with Mari.

In a photo where Mari held ultrasound photos, the caption read, “Baby Duhamel coming soon 🤍.”

In an interview published days later, the Transformers star opened up to Parade about how his 10-year-old is responding to the news.

“He’s like, ‘Wait, now, am I going to be — You’re still going to love me, though, too, right?’” Duhamel said of an inquisitive Axl.

“I was like, ‘Of course, I’m going to still love you.’ And he’s like, ‘I’m still going to be your firstborn son, though, right?’ I’m like, ‘Yeah, you’re still the firstborn son!’ ” the Shotgun Wedding actor added.

“He’s a really sweet kid. And he loves babies!” the father said. “I was the same way at his age. I just have always loved babies. There’s something about them. And he’s really good with younger kids. So I think he’s going to be a great older brother.”

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle moved to the United States back in 2020, and they have been building a new life for themselves ever since. Th…

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle moved to the United States back in 2020, and they have been building a new life for themselves ever since. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have seldom returned to Harry’s home country; they haven’t gone back together since 2022.

Now, rumor has it that some of the couple’s former friends have given them a very specific nickname — and it pertains to their drama with the royal family.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s former friends called them ‘The Uninvitables’

Harry and Meghan left the UK and seemingly never looked back. Although Harry has returned to the UK a handful of times, he hardly spends any time with his family and has opted out of a number of events hosted by his friends. Most recently, Harry chose not to attend the wedding of Hugh Grosvenor, who is one of Harry’s longtime friends, supposedly because his brother, Prince William, was planning to attend.

 

Now, though, rumor has it that Harry and Meghan are earning an unwanted nickname for themselves. “Harry and Meghan are being left off guest lists for friend’s weddings and other events due to their estrangement from the royal family,” a source told Express. “There is genuine fear that if the Sussexes are invited to a wedding or a christening, it could leave that family excluded from the social circuit which would be one of the biggest faux pas imaginable.” 

In essence, people are worried that if they’re too close with Harry and Meghan, they’ll be theoretically barred from Britain’s high society. “They are being called ‘the uninvitables’ by friends,” the source added. Harry has expressed a desire to return to the United Kingdom in some capacity, but he claims that his security concerns have prevented him from coming back.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle say they are ‘really happy’ in the United States

Harry and Meghan have certainly been building a new kind of life for themselves in the US, though they seem to be doing alright. Harry and Meghan have two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, whom they are raising in California. During the couple’s May 2024 trip to Nigeria, Meghan told reporters that she is “really happy” with their life.

Harry and Meghan have some loyal friends over here and plenty of help from Harry’s mother, Doria Ragland, but the two are still finding their footing when it comes to businesses. Meghan is in the midst of launching her new American Riviera Orchard brand, while Harry maintains focused on his Invictus Games. However, Harry has recently hit a few snags between his Pat Tillman award controversy and his CEO of the Invictus Games Foundation recently stepping down.

“Thank you for everything you do,” Beckham wrote in a sweet tribute to the mothers in his life

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(L-R) David, Romeo and Victoria Beckham. Photo: Victoria Beckham Instagram

David Beckham recognized the amazing mothers in his life on Mother’s Day in the U.K.

England celebrated Mother’s Day on Sunday, and the former soccer star, 48, took to social media to celebrate his mom, Sandra Beckham, his wife, Victoria Beckham and his mother-in-law, Jackie Adams.

Victoria, 49, and David share Brooklyn, 25, Romeo, 21, Cruz, 19, and Harper, 12.

“So lucky to have the most amazing Mummy’s in our life’s,” David wrote in the post. “Thank you for everything you do and the love you give to the whole family x We love u so much.”

David tagged Victoria, Sandra and Jackie in the caption, and added, “HAPPY MOTHERS DAY,” with a red heart emoji.

The retired soccer star shared five throwback photos in his tribute to the women, including photos from when his and Victoria’s kids were just babies.

In the second slide, Victoria is wearing a New York baseball cap while giving a baby bottle to her infant. The designer matched her cap to a grey sweatshirt and playfully put her son’s toes in her mouth while he drinks from the bottle.

Victoria Beckham throwback photo.David Beckham/Instagram

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In another slide, Victoria spins Harper on a staircase as their daughter smiles and poses for the photo.

David’s photo gallery included an old selfie-style photo of Victoria as she and their young sons lay cuddled up in a bed. The group is all smiles as they look cozied up in the image.

Victoria Beckham and sons.David Beckham/Instagram

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In February, David told PEOPLE he’s looking forward to celebrating his and Victoria’s 25th wedding anniversary on July 4. This year also marks a quarter century since one of his greatest soccer achievements.

“For me, personally, I am also looking forward to celebrating — it will be 25 years since Manchester United won the treble — including the Champions League of course! — and Victoria and I will also celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary,” Beckham told PEOPLE. “So lots to look forward to!”

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David and Victoria got engaged a year after they met at a soccer match in 1997, and the pair officially wed on July 4, 1999, in Ireland. The ceremony took place at Luttrellstown Castle outside of Dublin, which includes 20 bedrooms and a ballroom, and is part of a private 560-acre estate.

David Beckham and Victoria Beckham arrive at The Fashion Awards 2018.Karwai Tang/WireImage

David and Victoria exchanged vows in front of 29 guests, and as the pair said their “I do’s,” a dove was released. A flag was also raised above the castle that read “V. B. D.” standing for Victoria, their son Brooklyn and David.

For the reception, they reportedly welcomed a much larger guest list of about 230 people. David and Victoria famously sat on matching gold thrones and shared their first dance to Frank Sinatra’s recording of “It Had to Be You.”

Four months before they tied the knot, the couple welcomed their first child, Brooklyn Beckham. He served as the ring bearer at their ceremony and was dressed in an all-cream outfit to match David’s suit, which included a satin cravat, a pinstripe vest and a long suit jacket.