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Prince Harry’s relationship with a senior member of the royal family has become the focus of a new viral post, after images of the prince and his aunt, Princess Anne, won praise on social media site TikTok.

Harry and Anne have been photographed together on numerous occasions over the prince’s life. Anne is the only sister of King Charles III and is one of the most popular royals in Britain, regularly topping the list of hardest working family members and reportedly carrying out over 450 public engagements in 2023.

Interest in Harry’s relationship with his family members in Britain has grown since his split from the monarchy and move to the U.S. with Meghan Markle in 2020. Since then, in media projects and interviews, the prince has made a number of behind-palace-walls revelations about interactions and conflicts with his family members, most notably King Charles and Prince William.

Princess Anne and Prince Harry photographed at the Afghanistan war campaign medal presentation in Windsor, May 5, 2008. Images of the royals’ interactions throughout the years have gone viral on TikTok. POOL/ TIM GRAHAM PICTURE LIBRARY/GETTY IMAGES
Uploaded to TikTok by user elisabethiilili on April 13, several images of Harry interacting with Anne over the course of his life have been viewed over 150,000 times so far, winning praise from fans who have reflected on their apparent closeness.

Harry and Anne have shared a number of touching links, the most apparent of which being that she was his military colonel when he was serving as a member of the Blues and Royals regiment of the Household Cavalry in the British Army.

Captioned “The most iconic duo of the Royal Family,” the photo compilation of Harry and Anne over the years has received in excess of 8,900 likes and numerous comments, many of which have praised the prince and his aunt.

“I just know she’s a cool aunt,” wrote one TikTok user of Anne.

“The spares 💗,” posted another, in reference to the fact that both Anne and Harry were the second born children in their families. A further comment added: “They look alike.”

In addition to their shared military connection, Anne played an important role in the aftermath of one of Harry’s major life events, the death of his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II.

Anne was staying at Balmoral with her mother on September 8, 2022, when the 96-year-old monarch died, 70 years after she acceded to the throne.

In his memoir, Spare, published in 2023, Harry recounted that it was a tense time for relations within the royal family, as he claimed Prince William ignored his attempts to join other royal family members in traveling from London to Scotland to visit the queen when news of her worsening health was announced.

Harry chartered his own private plane to make the journey and when it landed, news of the queen’s death had already broken. He told readers that when he arrived at Balmoral Castle, his father, the new king, and his brother had already left, being greeted at the door by Anne.

Hollywood was shaken by a dramatic confrontation involving actors Johnny Depp and Meghan Markle this morning. The incident unfolded when M

Hollywood was shaken by a dramatic confrontation involving actors Johnny Depp and Meghan Markle this morning. The incident unfolded when Markle allegedly attempted to secure a spot performing alongside Depp and other celebrities at Andrea Bocelli’s upcoming 30th Anniversary concerts through bribery. Depp, set to make a special appearance at the concerts, reportedly reacted with fury upon learning of Markle’s alleged scheme.

Eyewitnesses described Depp’s immediate call for security, demanding Markle be apprehended and removed from the venue. “Johnny was absolutely livid the moment he found out Meghan was trying to weasel her way into the Bocelli concerts through bribery and manipulation,” recounted one concert organizer. “He started yelling, calling her all sorts of names, and insisted that security arrest her right then and there.”

Markle, who was reportedly at the venue scouting locations, fled as soon as Depp raised the alarm. Security personnel were dispatched to find her, but she managed to evade capture, and her current whereabouts are unknown.

The incident unfolded as Bocelli prepared to celebrate his 30th year as a beloved classical singer with a series of special anniversary concerts featuring a star-studded lineup. Alongside Depp, performers include Lady Gaga, Adele, Mick Jagger, Elton John, and classical crossover sensations. The concerts, set to take place worldwide, promise to be a musical highlight of the year.

Sources close to the situation indicated that Markle, eager to regain fame, saw the Bocelli concerts as a prime opportunity to boost her profile. Allegedly, she attempted to bribe concert organizers with a substantial sum for a performance slot. “Meghan is increasingly desperate to stay relevant and recapture her former fame,” said a source. “She thought by bribing her way into the Bocelli concerts, she could gain exposure to a global audience and potentially upstage other performers.”

Depp, who considers Bocelli a close friend, reportedly took Markle’s actions personally. “Johnny adores Andrea and considers him family,” explained the source. “The idea that someone would exploit that relationship for personal gain disgusted him.”

Representatives for Depp, Bocelli, and Markle have yet to comment publicly on the incident. Meanwhile, anticipation for the concerts remains high, despite the unexpected drama. Tickets have sold out quickly, with fans worldwide eager to witness the historic performances.

As for Markle, the fallout from the alleged bribery attempt remains uncertain. Depp’s strong response has cast a shadow over her efforts to return to the spotlight. For now, attention remains focused on Bocelli and the upcoming concerts, expected to be a musical extravaganza unlike any other.

Princess Anne has reportedly intervened to shield King Charles from what could have been an awkward situation involving Meghan Markle, the …

 Princess Anne has reportedly intervened to shield King Charles from what could have been an awkward situation involving Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex. According to insider sources, Meghan allegedly sent a letter to King Charles, imploring him to endorse the American Riviera Orchard brand. However, Princess Anne intercepted and subsequently burned the letter before it reached the king, sparking fresh controversy within the royal family.

The move by Princess Anne is seen as a protective measure to safeguard her brother from what she viewed as Meghan Markle’s attempt to exploit royal connections for personal gain. The letter supposedly contained emotional appeals and promises of mutual benefit, but Princess Anne’s decisive action underscored her commitment to upholding royal integrity.

Critics argue that Meghan’s alleged bid to involve King Charles in a commercial endorsement is another example of her relentless pursuit of fame and fortune, often disregarding royal protocol and dignity. The American Riviera Orchard brand, purportedly promoted by Meghan, is relatively unknown in luxury circles. Insiders suggest Meghan’s request aimed to elevate the brand’s visibility and credibility, a move deemed inappropriate and disrespectful by many within royal circles.

Royal expert Angela Levin criticized Meghan’s actions, noting they signify ongoing attempts to leverage royal connections for personal benefit. The royal family traditionally maintains a strict divide between their official duties and commercial interests, a principle Meghan’s actions seem to defy.

Known for her no-nonsense approach and dedication to royal duty, Princess Anne saw the letter as potentially compromising the monarchy’s integrity. By destroying it, she not only shielded the king from potential scandal but also reinforced the importance of protecting the royal family’s reputation.

Supporters of Princess Anne argue her actions were justified given the potential fallout of Meghan’s request. On social media, one supporter praised Princess Anne for protecting the monarchy, stating, “Princess Anne did the right thing. The royal family should not be used as a marketing tool. Kudos to her for safeguarding the monarchy.”

Meanwhile, Meghan’s supporters contend she is unfairly targeted and her intentions misunderstood. They argue Meghan’s efforts are aimed at securing a future for herself and her family, rather than undermining royal traditions.

From lucrative deals with streaming platforms to revealing interviews, the Sussexes have been accused of challenging the very institution they once represented. Meghan’s attempt to involve King Charles in a commercial venture is viewed by many as another chapter in this ongoing saga of conflict and controversy.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s international expansion of their PR operation is “long overdue” for a couple in their position and is a strong investment in their future, an entertainment expert has told Newsweek. However, whether it can turn around their divisive public image remains to be seen.

The royal couple have added two high-powered communications professionals to their team to overhaul their relationships with the media, amid a number of new ventures in the entertainment sphere.

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Former United Talent Agency communications pro Kyle Boulia has joined the Sussexes’ California team as deputy press secretary and director of communications, becoming the main point of contact for all U.S. media outlets.

PR professional Charlie Gipson has also taken on the task of heading up the couple’s first U.K. hub since their split from the monarchy. As director of communications, Gipson will be the point of contact for all U.K. and European media outlets wanting information about Harry and Meghan.

Both Boulia and Gipson will report to the couple’s incumbent global press secretary and head of communications, Ashley Hansen.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex photographed in Florida, April 12, 2024. The couple have added two new staff members to their communications team. YAROSLAV SABITOV/PA IMAGES VIA GETTY IMAGES
These high-powered (and presumably high-priced) new appointments are the biggest signals that Harry and Meghan are planning on expanding their creative and philanthropic outputs and becoming a larger presence on the global stage.

“Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s PR team expansion is a long-overdue move,” he said. “The couple’s public image strategy clearly needed reevaluation, and these new hires indicate a new focus with areas for improvement and a more resourceful press team needed to take charge.”

“The appointments, with expertise in both the U.S. and U.K., signal a strategic approach to managing their public personas across continents, and show us that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are investing in themselves and their brand.”

Boardman noted that the couple’s public image, while not wholly positive at present, has the potential to be turned around.

“Public perception is malleable,” he said. “And improved communication can only positively impact the reception of Harry and Meghan’s future endeavors, including documentaries and Meghan’s lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard, having had less success than they had hoped for to win back public trust for their lackluster apologies.”

On what the biggest challenge facing the team will be, Boardman suggested “understanding the couple’s current standing” and crafting a communication strategy that effectively works with the media, instead of against it, to “improve relations and better meet public expectations.”

“A more open and transparent approach could be a key component,” he said. “But its success depends on careful execution to ensure improved credibility.”

Overall, he noted, the move is a good one for Harry and Meghan and an important investment in their future as public figures hoping to increase their global presence in a positive way.

“Only time will tell if this PR move will showcase the couple’s work in a positive light, with a more strategic approach to their personas,” Boardman concluded. “When it comes to brand deals to help reignite public acceptance for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, a change can only improve the outcome and now the hard work begins for the new starters.”

Newsweek approached representatives of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle via email for comment.

On May 19, 2018, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will celebrate their sixth wedding anniversary and in that time there have been a series of royal highs and lows—from their dramatic split from the monarchy to joyous welcoming of their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

Since their relationship became public in late 2016, both Harry and Meghan have spoken warmly of their romance, providing details of its origins in interviews and media projects.

The most detailed account of the couple’s first date was provided by the prince, most notably in his 2023 memoir, Spare.

From his running late to Meghan’s Cinderella exit, Harry recounted the event in all its fairytale romance for his audience to read for themselves.

Here, Newsweek looks back at how Prince Harry remembers his first date with Meghan Markle.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in 2022. Harry recounted the couple’s first date in his memoir, “Spare.” NETFLIX

Running a Bit Late

Traveling from the country to meet Meghan in London’s Soho for their date, Harry revealed that he had been caught in traffic and was left flustered, worried that she might decide to leave before he could arrive.

“I apologized. Profusely. I couldn’t imagine many people had been late for this woman,” he said of his arrival, going on to provide a glowing description of his “heart-attack beautiful” future wife.

Prince Harry in Spare

“At last I arrived. Red-cheeked, puffing, sweaty, half an hour late, I ran into the restaurant, into the quiet room, and found her at a small sitting area on a low velvet sofa in front of a low coffee table. She looked up, smiled”

Too Much to Say

Harry told readers that he found it hard to process that he was on a date with someone as beautiful as Meghan, but that this soon subsided and they had a meaningful discussion about their passions and interests.

“The initial awkwardness was gone, the warmth from our texting returned,” he wrote, going on to say that there was “too much to talk about” by the time their evening together ended.

Prince Harry in Spare

“We’d each had first dates on which there was nothing to talk about, and now we both felt that special thrill when there’s too much to talk about, when there isn’t enough time to say all that needs to be said.”

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle photographed on their wedding day, May 19, 2018. The couple will celebrate their sixth wedding anniversary this year. BEN STANSALL – WPA POOL/GETTY IMAGES

Cinderella Moment

In the prince’s memory, as quickly as the date began it was soon over.

“I have dinner plans,” he said Meghan told him as she packed up her things.

“If I hadn’t been late, we’d have had more time. I cursed myself, got to my feet. A brief goodbye hug,” he said, going on to compare her exit to Cinderella.

Prince Harry in Spare

“Poof, she was gone. Compared to her, Cinderella was the queen of long goodbyes.”

Though the couple didn’t make plans to see each other again on the date, Harry said that later that night, they spoke on the phone and arranged to meet at the same spot the next evening. Meghan remembered later in an interview that that was where they decided they were going to make a go of things together.

Their relationship became public in late 2016, and their engagement was announced a year later on October 27, 2017.

The couple married in a large ceremony at St George’s Chapel in Windsor on May 19, 2018, which was attended by all senior members of the royal family and watched by millions around the world.

James Crawford-Smith is Newsweek‘s royal reporter, based in London. You can find him on X (formerly Twitter) at @jrcrawfordsmith and read his stories on Newsweek‘s The Royals Facebook page.

Queen Camilla’s terse two-word order to Princess Kate over Charlotte and George

A lip reader has claimed Queen Camilla was left unimpressed after she appeared to tell Princess Charlotte off for something Prince George did

Charles and Camilla’s ‘sweet’ gesture to Kate discussed by Levin

Queen Camilla was caught on camera “scolding” Princess Charlotte – and issuing a terse two-word command to Princess Kate – during a tense moment deciphered by a lip-reading expert.

The Royal Family gathered to bid their final farewell to the late Queen Elizabeth II at her funeral and committal service on 19 September 2022.

Amidst the solemn proceedings, young royals Princess Charlotte and  Prince George were seen following King Charles III and other senior members of the family.

A lip-reading professional, Jeremy Freeman, claims to have observed Prince George seemingly trying to pinch his sister, leading to Princess Charlotte letting out a yelp of discomfort and spinning around to confront him, apparently exclaiming, “ow!”

Queen Camilla is believed to have “scolded” Charlotte (Image: WireImage)

King Charles, Queen Camilla and grandchildren (Image: Getty Images)

Meghan Markle, who was nearby, appeared to tilt her head and smile sympathetically at Charlotte. The episode seemed to draw the ire of their grandmother, Queen Camilla, who looked displeased, gestured at Charlotte, and then whispered to her mum Catherine, the Princess of Wales: “Take her.”

Other lip-readers, as mentioned in The Sun, noted that throughout the day, Charlotte seemed to be offering guidance to her brother, as noticed by observant Royal enthusiasts. At one juncture, Charlotte is believed to have advised George, with lip-readers interpreting her silent instruction as: “You need to bow,” reports the Mirror.

Prince George, attired in a dark suit and tie, seemed to acknowledge his sister’s reminder about the expectations of Royal etiquette. The live TV moment where Prince George and Princess Charlotte seemed to have a “disagreement” didn’t go unnoticed, with one viewer tweeting: “Looks like Prince George and Princess Charlotte have a small disagreement. Look at The Queen Consort, Camilla

Another chimed in with: “What did Charlotte say when she turned back around? Was it wow? Ow? Cow?”

In a contrasting display of Royal poise, Queen Camilla was seen comforting Princess Charlotte after the young Royal stumbled during a curtsy to King Charles last May. At the coronation concert, the Wales family were seen greeting the King and Queen with the traditional bows and curtsies.

However, Charlotte , following her mother’s example, slightly lost her balance after curtsying to the King. She looked to her father and brother as she steadied herself.

Despite missing out on a curtsy from Princess Charlotte, Queen Camilla caught the moment and discreetly comforted her step-granddaughter with a gentle pat on the shoulder as she walked by.

 

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to take Archie and Lilibet to Invictus Games ceremony

EXCLUSIVE: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are planning to take Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet to a family-friendly Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 which will provide sociable start times and sporting events for families to enjoy.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will take their children to the Invictus Games ceremony (Image: Getty)

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are planning to take their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet to a “family-focused” Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 opening ceremony in February next year, the Sunday Express can reveal.

According to a source, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are making arrangements for their children to attend the opening ceremony at BC Place Vancouver which will provide guests with a family-friendly start time of 1pm on February 8.

“Harry and Meghan are planning to take Archie and Lilibet to help promote a new ‘family-friendly’ Invictus Games,” the source said.

“The Sussexes have been very involved with the organisational elements of the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler events and it was very much their idea to make this a family-friendly games so that those taking part can bring their children along.”

If Prince Archie, five, and Princess Lilibet, three, join the Duke and Duchess of Sussex in Canada, it will be one of only a few public outings the young prince and princess have undertaken since their parents moved to the United States in 2020.

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According to the source, Invictus Games organisers have scheduled a week of “family-friendly” summer and winter sporting events to encourage sports fans and wounded veterans to get the younger generation involved.

Prince Archie is also earmarked to take an active role in the Invictus Games Foundation when he reaches the age of maturity.

“As both the founder and patron of the Invictus Games and Invictus Games Foundation, Harry is very keen to lead by example and bring his family along,” the source said.

“A patronage will one day be passed to Archie so the foundation can be kept within the family. Harry is adamant that the Invictus Games will remain a Sussex initiative.”

Prince Archie will one day take over the Invictus Games from his father Prince Harry (Image: Getty)

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The closing ceremony will take place at Rogers Arena at 7pm on Sunday, February 16, 2025, and will be the only “adult-only” part of the games where officials and participants can let their hair down at the end of nine days of sporting competition.

Prince Harry, 39, is heavily involved with the Invictus Games and co-founded the event in 2014 while he was working with the Royal Foundation which he then shared with Prince William and Princess Kate, both 42.

Tensions between the couples have been strained following a series of public revelations from the Sussexes in their interview with Oprah Winfrey, their Netflix docuseries as well as Harry’s book ‘Spare’.

Prince Harry sharing his favorite aspects of being a father went viral on TikTok after he spoke of how much he had learned.

The Duke of Sussex was interviewed by Hoda Kotb on Today in April 2022 during the Invictus Games at The Hague, in the Netherlands, and spoke about his new life in America.

A clip of their interaction went newly viral this week after it was viewed over 138,000 times and liked more than 6,800 times. It was posted with the message: “Prince Harry describes fatherhood and what it means to him. Harry and Meghan are goals.”

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are seen in a composite image taken from a visit to Nottingham in England on December 1, 2017. Harry won praise online for his pride in fatherhood. CHRIS JACKSON/GETTY IMAGES
In the footage, Kotb suggested his relocation to America had given him “a whole restart” and new focus.

“No, I think the focus is very much the same,” Harry said, “certainly from my and my wife’s point of view.

Harry also spoke about how he feels Princess Diana’s presence in his life, having lost his mother in a car crash in Paris when he was 12 years old, in August 1997.

“For me, it’s constant and has been over the last two years; more so than ever before. It’s almost as if she’s done her bit with my brother and now she’s very much, like, helping me. Got him set up, now she’s helping me set up,” Harry said.

“That’s what it feels like, you know. He’s got his kids; I’ve got my kids. Circumstances are obviously different, but I feel her presence in almost everything that I do now, but definitely more so in the last two years than ever before. She’s watching over us.”

Jack Royston is Newsweek‘s chief royal correspondent based in London. You can find him on X, formerly Twitter, at @jack_royston and read his stories on Newsweek‘s The Royals Facebook page.

Tom Bower exposed Meghan as a ‘professional-grade con artist’; the truth shattered her on-screen portrayal and terrified Harry into wanting to return ‘home’

Because we’re starting with the explosive new revelations from Tom Bower’s latest book.

Bower leaves no stone unturned as he exposes the hidden truths behind Meghan’s public persona and her marriage to Prince Harry.

According to Bower’s meticulous investigation, Meghan Markle isn’t just a Duchess – she’s a professional-grade con artist.

Bower accuses Meghan of weaving a fantasy narrative filled with lies, from her controversial exit from the royal family to her allegedly manipulative behavior.

He claims that Meghan orchestrated her relationship with Harry as a calculated move to achieve global fame.

Bower alleges that Meghan enchanted and manipulated Harry into believing she was a modern-day Cinderella,

all while planning her leap from royal compounds to the glamour of Hollywood and Silicon Valley.

The evidence, as presented by Bower, suggests that Meghan meticulously curated her public image through carefully staged social media posts and charitable acts, designed to portray her as an unapologetic feminist and humanitarian. However, behind the scenes, Bower claims Meghan was driven by a relentless pursuit of celebrity status and influence.

Now that Bower’s explosive revelations are out in the open, Meghan’s perfectly constructed facade is starting to crumble. Reports indicate that the stress has taken a toll on Meghan’s health, with disturbing accounts of her experiencing health issues, including coughing up blood. Unlike her previous ability to manage public perception, Meghan now faces a crisis where her carefully crafted narratives are being challenged by hard evidence of manipulation and deceit.

On one side, Meghan’s staunch defenders continue to portray her as a trailblazing woman of color facing prejudice and institutional barriers. On the other hand, Bower’s claims paint a picture of Meghan as a status-seeking social climber willing to exploit any opportunity for fame and influence.

In the end, this story goes beyond Meghan herself. It serves as a reflection of our culture’s obsession with superficial representation and performative personas in the age of social media. Meghan’s unraveling reality holds up a mirror to our society’s unhealthy fascination with fame and the blurred lines between authenticity and image.

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Meghan Markle proudly revealed: “Kate Middleton has always been jealous of me; she just wants me to be hated by the whole country” (video)

Meghan Markle is not close with Princess Kate, with one royal expert suggesting the Duchess of Sussex was “jealous” of her sister-in-law.

Author Ingrid Seward said Meghan is likely to have been “incredibly envious” of Kate and the relationship she had with Prince Harry. In his debut memoir Spare, Harry gushed over Kate and described her as “the sister I’ve never had and always wanted”.

Ingrid said: “I think he just adored her [Kate] and he was always there, at Kensington Palace.” Now, relationship expert Louella Alderson has given some insight into why Meghan might have been envious of the Princess of Wales.

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Prince Harry wrote kind things about his sister-in-law ( Image: Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images)

Speaking exclusively to The Mirror, she said: “It’s likely that Meghan felt a sense of competition with Kate. She seems to have a competitive streak and enjoys being in the spotlight.

“The constant media attention and comparisons being made between the two women may have added to the feelings of competition. No matter how secure and confident one may be, being compared to someone else on a regular basis can be challenging. Kate is adored by the public, which may have caused Meghan to feel like she had to live up to a certain standard.”

 

She suggested this sense of competition could have translated into jealousy. Louella suggested: “Seeing Harry’s close relationship with Kate could have triggered feelings of envy and insecurity for Meghan, making her feel like she had to compete for his attention and affection.”

 

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Louella added: “Constant competition and comparison with someone, especially when they are close family, can create a toxic dynamic and make it difficult for two people to have a genuine connection. It’s possible that Meghan’s jealousy towards Kate could have contributed to any deeper issues between the two sisters-in-law.

“In the end, it’s important to remember that both women are human and may have their own insecurities and vulnerabilities, which could have affected their relationship. There are likely many nuances and complexities to Kate and Meghan’s relationship that we may never fully understand, but it wouldn’t be surprising if jealousy played a role in their dynamic.”

 

 

Her comments come after Ingrid Seward told The Telegraph: “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.”