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  • King Charles urged to ‘send Princess Anne’ to deal with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

    King Charles urged to ‘send Princess Anne’ to deal with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

    Princess Anne would “sort out” Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, according to British columnist Sarah Vine. Sarah Vine spoke out about the rel…


    Princess Anne would “sort out” Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, according to British columnist Sarah Vine.

    Sarah Vine spoke out about the relationship between the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and the Royal Family during a recent interview.

    She claimed that Princess Anne could help with the family’s issues if she spoke with Harry and Meghan.

    Vine said: “I think she’s [Princess Anne] the answer to all the Royal Family’s problems.”

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    Sarah Vine voices her opinion on Harry’s relationship with his familyGetty

    Host, Jo Elvin, joked about Princess Anne: “We know how no nonsense she is.”

    The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have prompted a backlash following the launch of their new website where they used their royal titles and the Sussex’s royal coat of arms.

    Critics have accused Meghan and Harry of using their crest to capitalise on their royal titles.

    Vine continued: “I think we should send Princess Anne to deal with Harry and Meghan…because if you got a call from Princess Anne you’d sit up jolly straight.

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    Princess Anne talks with Harry and Meghan ahead of the wedding of Princess Eugenie to Jack BrooksbankGetty

    “If I were the King I’d say ‘Anne, please just go and deal with them.”

    Harry and Meghan are no strangers to criticism since moving to America and stepping down as working members of the Royal Family.

    Last week, the couple hit back at critics in a shock statement warning that they “would not be broken.”

    A spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex said that the couple are still pursuing what they believe in despite extensive media coverage over the last few weeks.

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    Prince Harry and Meghan hit back at critics with a statementReuters
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    In 2020, Harry relocated to the US with his Californian wife, Meghan MarkleGetty

    The statement came after reports that Meghan and Harry are also using “Sussex” as the official surname for their children, rather than their given name at birth, Mountbatten-Windsor.

    The statement read: “We’ve heard time and time again that certain opportunities are make or break for the couple. They’re still here.

    “They’re still working and pursuing what they believe in, despite constantly being challenged and criticised.

    “This couple will not be broken.”

  • Nicole Kidman reveals the best relationship advice she has received during her 18-year marriage to Keith Urban

    Nicole Kidman reveals the best relationship advice she has received during her 18-year marriage to Keith Urban

    Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban are one of the longest-lasting marriages in Hollywood.

    The actress, 57, and the country singer, 56, have been married for 18 years and share two daughters – Sunday Rose, 15, and Faith Margaret, 13.

    While interviewing her friend Victoria Beckham – who is celebrating her 25th anniversary with David Beckham – for Vogue Australia, the Oscar winner shared the  best piece of relationship advice she’s ever received.

    ‘The greatest advice I was given was there’s the individual – so there’s the me and the you – and there’s the we. And that’s only you,’ she revealed.

    The Big Little Lies Star continued:  ‘No one else has what you two create, or what Keith and I create, any married couple who are partners, any people who have chosen to be in a relationship together, we create this, so we decide what this is.’

    Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban are one of the longest-lasting marriages in Hollywood (seen here at the 2024 Met Gala)
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    Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban are one of the longest-lasting marriages in Hollywood (seen here at the 2024 Met Gala)

    Nicole Kidman and daughter Sunday wear matching outfits at PFW

    She added: ‘If you really like the person–really love them, but really like them, too, god it helps.’

    The A Family Affair actress also stressed the importance of compromise – a good rule to follow in any relationship whether romantic or platonic.

    ‘Compromise as well. A lot. It’s always trial and error, and sometimes it’s imbalanced and then it gets back in balance…We don’t gloat about it.

    ‘People always ask, “What’s your marriage advice?” We don’t have any! Everyone does their own thing and creates it. I’m not some relationship guru. I’m just trying to find my own way,’ Kidman said.

    The Big Little Lies actress continued talking about what a healthy relationship is while sounding very much like a wise therapist.

    ‘Normal emotions of fear and insecurity – you don’t have to push them down or deny them. They can be there, but you can work through them.

    ‘That’s what I say to my daughters: there’s a lot going on behind closed doors. But you’ve got to always go, am I able to push through the discomfort? Because the expectation of everything being wonderful all the time–it just doesn’t exist.

    ‘There will be many things that happen in a journey together and it’s beautiful and that is okay,’ she concluded.

    The actress, 57, and the country singer, 56, have been married for 18 years and share two daughters – Sunday Rose, 15, and Faith Margaret, 13. Pictured here at the 2023 CMA Awards
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    The actress, 57, and the country singer, 56, have been married for 18 years and share two daughters – Sunday Rose, 15, and Faith Margaret, 13. Pictured here at the 2023 CMA Awards

    While interviewing her friend Victoria Beckham – who is celebrating her 25th anniversary with David Beckham – for Vogue Australia , the Oscar winner shared the best piece of relationship advice she's ever received; pictured here at the AFI Life Achievement Award Gala in 2024
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    While interviewing her friend Victoria Beckham – who is celebrating her 25th anniversary with David Beckham – for Vogue Australia , the Oscar winner shared the best piece of relationship advice she’s ever received; pictured here at the AFI Life Achievement Award Gala in 2024

    'The greatest advice I was given was there’s the individual – so there’s the me and the you – and there’s the we, ' seen here at the Australian Open in 2019
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    ‘The greatest advice I was given was there’s the individual – so there’s the me and the you – and there’s the we, ‘ seen here at the Australian Open in 2019

    'And that’s only you. No one else has what you two create, or what Keith and I create, any married couple who are partners, any people who have chosen to be in a relationship together, we create this, so we decide what this is' (pictured at the 2024 Paris Olympics)
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    ‘And that’s only you. No one else has what you two create, or what Keith and I create, any married couple who are partners, any people who have chosen to be in a relationship together, we create this, so we decide what this is’ (pictured at the 2024 Paris Olympics)

    Nicole Kidman reveals what always draws her back to Australia

    Nicole, Keith and their daughters spent time together as a family at the Paris Olympics this week.

    The foursome were among the fans who cheered on the women’s finals of Artistic Gymnastics in the Olympics on Tuesday.

    The Kidman-Urban family were cheering on American gymnast Simone Biles who participated in the final as part of the US team.

    Smiling for a group selfie, the parents and daughters appeared thrilled among other spectators.

  • David and Victoria Beckham pack on the PDA as they kiss during a sun-soaked day on their lavish £16million superyacht in Italy

    David and Victoria Beckham pack on the PDA as they kiss during a sun-soaked day on their lavish £16million superyacht in Italy

    David and Victoria Beckham look more loved-up than ever as they kiss while soaking up the sun on their £16million superyacht in Positano, Italy on Saturday.

    The couple, who celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary this year, couldn’t keep their hands off one another as they cosied up while relaxing at the stern of the boat.

    Victoria, 50, looked effortlessly styling in a black sports bra and miniskirt as she wrapped her legs over David, 49, who draped a white towel around his shoulders.

    The fashion mogul shielded from the sun with a baseball cap and kept cool by tying her long brunette tresses back in a neat ponytail.

    The couple seemed in good spirits as David went for a swim in the ocean while Victoria sat on the steps off the boat letting the sea splash her to cool off from the hot Italian sun.

    David and Victoria Beckham look more loved-up than ever as they kiss while soaking up the sun on their £16million superyacht in Positano, Italy on Saturday
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    David and Victoria Beckham look more loved-up than ever as they kiss while soaking up the sun on their £16million superyacht in Positano, Italy on Saturday

    The couple, who celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary this year, couldn't keep their hands off one another as they cosied up while relaxing at the stern of the boat
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    The couple, who celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary this year, couldn’t keep their hands off one another as they cosied up while relaxing at the stern of the boat

    The former Manchester United footballer showed off her toned physique in a pair of green swimming shorts.

    David later displayed his tattooed body as he stood at the stern of the yacht showering off the salty sea water.

    The couple seemed in good spirits as they packed on the PDA during the romantic yacht day.

    It comes after Victoria stunned fans on Thursday as she shared a series of snaps showing off her smooth complexion.

    Former Spice Girl Posh posted a loved-up snap to Instagram with her husband David as they cruised down the Amalfi Coast on their £16million superyacht.

    Former footballer David made the most of the sunshine as he stripped down to his green swimming trunks, showcasing his muscular tattooed physique.

    Meanwhile, fans rushed to comment on Victoria’s youthful appearance, with one penning: ‘Victoria looks 15’;

    Others said that Victoria and her daughter Harper, who turned 13 earlier this month, looked like sisters.

    Victoria, 50, looked effortlessly styling in a black sports bra and miniskirt as she wrapped her legs over David, 49, who draped a white towel around his shoulders
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    Victoria, 50, looked effortlessly styling in a black sports bra and miniskirt as she wrapped her legs over David, 49, who draped a white towel around his shoulders

    The fashion mogul shielded from the sun under a baseball cap and kept cool by tying her long brunette tresses back in a neat ponytail
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    The fashion mogul shielded from the sun under a baseball cap and kept cool by tying her long brunette tresses back in a neat ponytail

    The couple seemed in good spirits as David went for a swim in the ocean
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    The couple seemed in good spirits as David went for a swim in the ocean

    Victoria sat on the steps off the boat letting the sea splash her to cool off from the hot Italian sun
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    Victoria sat on the steps off the boat letting the sea splash her to cool off from the hot Italian sun

    Victoria worked on her fan while David went swimming in the ocean
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    Victoria worked on her fan while David went swimming in the ocean

    The former Manchester United footballer showed off her toned physique in a pair of green swimming shorts
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    The former Manchester United footballer showed off her toned physique in a pair of green swimming shorts

    David later displayed his tattooed body as he stood at the stern of the yacht showering off the salty sea water
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    David later displayed his tattooed body as he stood at the stern of the yacht showering off the salty sea water

    The couple have been travelling around Italy this week, sailing around the Aeolian Islands before heading to Nerano
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    The couple have been travelling around Italy this week, sailing around the Aeolian Islands before heading to Nerano

    They traded in their £5million yacht for the much bigger vessel back in March and have been pictured on it sailing around Miami
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    They traded in their £5million yacht for the much bigger vessel back in March and have been pictured on it sailing around Miami

    The couple have been travelling around Italy this week, sailing around the Aeolian Islands before heading to Nerano.

    They traded in their £5million yacht for the much bigger vessel back in March and have been pictured on it sailing around Miami.

    The impressive looking vessel, understood to be worth £16million, was a significant upgrade on the comparatively modest 100-foot yacht reportedly purchased by Beckham in 2022 .

    The football legend was said to have ‘treated himself’ to his original vessel in 2022 after being inspired by his maritime jaunts with close friends Sir Elton John and David Furnish – who often holiday at sea.

    A source told The Sun at the time: ‘David had a look around some yachts in the summer, and decided to treat himself. He helped design the boat himself, and has been incredibly hands-on with everything.

    ‘It’s not an oligarch-style super-yacht, but it’s still pretty plush by anyone’s standards. He was inspired after holidaying with Elton and David on their boat – and loves life on the water.

    ‘There will be an area for the kids to snorkel, and the boat will be a brilliant base for the whole Beckham clan to have magical holidays abroad.’

    It comes after Victoria hilariously called out her husband David for apparently making her look ginger in one of their latest snaps together.

    The couple enjoyed a romantic meal together at a stunning vineyard in France on Tuesday.

    The fashion designer looked incredible in a little black dress, while accessorising with a silver bracelet and her dazzling wedding ring.

    The impressive looking vessel, understood to be worth £16million, was a significant upgrade on the comparatively modest 100-foot yacht reportedly purchased by Beckham in 2022
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    The impressive looking vessel, understood to be worth £16million, was a significant upgrade on the comparatively modest 100-foot yacht reportedly purchased by Beckham in 2022

    The football legend was said to have 'treated himself' to his original vessel in 2022 after being inspired by his maritime jaunts with close friends Sir Elton John and David Furnish - who often holiday at sea
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    The football legend was said to have ‘treated himself’ to his original vessel in 2022 after being inspired by his maritime jaunts with close friends Sir Elton John and David Furnish – who often holiday at sea

    The Spice Girl and former footballer were seen chatting away
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    The Spice Girl and former footballer were seen chatting away

    Victoria looked relaxed as she lay at the back of the boat while David showered off following a swim
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    Victoria looked relaxed as she lay at the back of the boat while David showered off following a swim

    The couple spent quality time together in Italy
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    The couple spent quality time together in Italy

    David and Victoria headed back inside the yacht out of the sunshine
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    David and Victoria headed back inside the yacht out of the sunshine

    David showed off his muscular physique in green swimming trunks during the sun-soaked day
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    David showed off his muscular physique in green swimming trunks during the sun-soaked day

    Victoria looked incredible in a black two-piece as she walked around the yacht
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    Victoria looked incredible in a black two-piece as she walked around the yacht

    She cooled off from the Italian sun while splashing her feet in the ocean
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    She cooled off from the Italian sun while splashing her feet in the ocean

    The couple seemed in good spirits as they packed on the PDA during the romantic yacht day
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    David and Victoria on holiday in Italy
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    The couple seemed in good spirits as they packed on the PDA during the romantic yacht day

    It comes after Victoria stunned fans on Thursday as she shared a series of snaps showing off her smooth complexion during the holiday
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    It comes after Victoria stunned fans on Thursday as she shared a series of snaps showing off her smooth complexion during the holiday

    However, Victoria couldn’t help but notice her hair looked a little different than usual in the photo which David uploaded to his Instagram account .

    Taking to the comment section, she wrote: ‘What? Why is my hair ginger??? What filter is that David?’

    Several other Instagram users commented on the post, with one jokingly referring to Victoria as ‘Ginger Spice’, her bandmate Geri Horner’s nickname.

    Others added: ‘It looks beautiful to me’… ‘Very beautiful ginger!’… ‘You look fabulous’.

    David shared the loved-up snap to Instagram and wrote: ‘We have eaten in many beautiful places but WOW Domaine De Peretti Della Rocca’.

    Victoria also shared sweet images of their children Romeo, Cruz and Harper posing on a mega yacht in Sardinia.

    It comes after David and Victoria reacted to their Emmy Awards 2024 nominations.

    The couple have been nominated in a whopping five categories for the 2023 Netflix documentary BECKHAM.

    The series gave an unprecedented look at David’s career journey and a glimpse at the start of their romance and marriage.


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    Last month Victoria hilariously called out her husband David for apparently making her look ginger in one of their latest snaps together

    Last month Victoria hilariously called out her husband David for apparently making her look ginger in one of their latest snaps together

    It comes after David and Victoria reacted to their Emmy Awards 2024 nominations
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    It comes after David and Victoria reacted to their Emmy Awards 2024 nominations

    Posh and Becks dance to iconic Dolly Parton track on Netflix doc

    The four-part series was nominated for Best Documentary or Nonfiction Series at the 2024 Emmy ceremony, going up alongside Quiet On Set: The Dark Side Of Kids TV, STAX: Soulsville U.S.A. Telemarketers and The Jinx – Part Two.

    It was also nominated for Outstanding Cinematography For A Nonfiction Program, Outstanding Directing For A Documentary/Nonfiction Program, Outstanding Picture Editing and Outstanding Music Composition.

    In reaction David told HELLO!: ‘It’s a real honor for me and the whole creative team for BECKHAM to be recognized by the TV Academy.

    ‘Making this series was such a personal journey, a love letter to football and my family. It has been overwhelming for me and Victoria that we have had such a warm and positive response to the series.

    ‘I’m so grateful to the incredible team led by Fisher Stevens and also to all those people from my life and career who took part and who have played such an important role in my story.’

  • Victoria Beckham stuns in Vogue Australia cover shoot as she offers glimpse into her romance with husband David

    Victoria Beckham stuns in Vogue Australia cover shoot as she offers glimpse into her romance with husband David

    Victoria Beckham has graced the August cover of Vogue Australia.

    The 50-year-old showed off her ageless beauty and incredible figure as she posed in a daring black mini dress.

    Flashing a sultry look to the cameras, Victoria posed up a storm as she placed her arms above her head.

    In another shot, Victoria wore an oversized white wool coat, olive bodysuit and a pair of quirky burgundy-coloured thigh-high boots.

    A third image showed the former Spice Girl looking incredible in a leather Prada jacket with a high collar and a dark grey skirt.

    She left her long brunette locks out and wore a natural makeup palette for the shoot.

     In the accompanying interview lead by Australian actress Nicole Kidman, Victoria  opened up on her 25 year long marriage to David Beckham, 49.

    ‘I have a husband I very much am still in love with, possibly more than when we first met,’ she said.

    Victoria Beckham has graced the August cover of Vogue Australia. The 50 year old looked much younger than her years in a daring black mini dress
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    Victoria Beckham has graced the August cover of Vogue Australia. The 50 year old looked much younger than her years in a daring black mini dress

    In another shot, Victoria wore an oversized white wool coat, olive bodysuit and a pair of quirky burgundy-coloured thigh-high boots
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    In another shot, Victoria wore an oversized white wool coat, olive bodysuit and a pair of quirky burgundy-coloured thigh-high boots

    ‘And we really support each other in regards to our careers and passions. I said to him last night – and the kids – “after 25 years, I love your dad so much and I support him and continue to want him to be the best version of himself, and he does that for me”.’

    She continued: ‘I feel very thankful and grateful that I have not compromised with my career, and I can still do what I love, and I enjoy it.

    ‘Me and David can go away, just the two of us, and we laugh and we enjoy that time, and I think that’s so rare after so many years. It’s a pinch-me moment every day.’

    Nicole also agreed and spoke about her marriage to musician Keith Urban.

    ‘I’m so lucky that I found it. It’s such an unstable industry and he’s my solace,’ she said.

    ‘Every day we get up in the morning and we go for a walk – and we hold hands. We love holding hands,’ she added.

    A third image showed the former Spice Girl looking incredible in a leather Prada jacket with a high collar and a dark grey skirt
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    A third image showed the former Spice Girl looking incredible in a leather Prada jacket with a high collar and a dark grey skirt

    Victoria and David were married on July 4 1999 and share four children – Brooklyn, 25, Romeo, 21,  Cruz, 19, and Harper, 12.

    The former pop star recently shared a loved-up snap to Instagram with David as they sailed down the Amalfi Coast on their £16million superyacht.

    Former footballer David made the most of the sunshine as he stripped down to his green swimming trunks, showcasing his muscular tattooed physique.

    Meanwhile, fans rushed to comment on Victoria’s youthful appearance, with one penning: ‘Victoria looks 15’.

    Others said that Victoria and her daughter Harper, who turned 13 earlier this month, looked like sisters.

    In the accompanying interview lead by Australian actress Nicole Kidman, Victoria opened up on her 25 year long marriage to David Beckham
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    In the accompanying interview lead by Australian actress Nicole Kidman, Victoria opened up on her 25 year long marriage to David Beckham

  • Meghan Markle’s ‘victimhood’ has become ‘tiring in the public’s eyes’ says psychotherapist

    Meghan Markle’s ‘victimhood’ has become ‘tiring in the public’s eyes’ says psychotherapist

    EXCLUSIVE: Leading psychotherapist Gin Lalli has waded in on Meghan Markle’s perpetual ‘victimhood’ and how the public could become tired of it.

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    Meghan Markle’s ‘victimhood’ has become tiring to the public (Image: Getty)

    In a revealing new interview on America’s CBS network, Meghan Markle was joined by her husband Prince Harry, 39, to highlight the negative effects of cyberbullying and the importance of online safety.

    In the interview with CBS News Sunday Morning’s Jane Pauley, the Sussexes offered a rare insight into life with their children – Prince Archie, 5, and Princess Lilibet, 3 – and how parenthood is propelling their work.

    “All you want to do as parents is protect them. So, as we can see what’s happening in the online space, we know that there’s a lot of work to be done there and we’re just happy to be able to be a part of change for good.”

    The Duchess of Sussex, 43, addressed social media bullying on Women’s Day earlier this year when she revealed being a victim of cyberbullying herself while pregnant with Archie and Lilibet.

    “You really wrap your head around why people would be so hateful,” said the duchess of the social media bullying she experienced. “It’s not catty, it’s cruel.”

    Now leading psychotherapist Gin Lalli has waded in on Meghan Markle’s perpetual ‘victimhood’ and how the public could become tired of it.

    “It’s an interesting dynamic, which could be interpreted as a continuation of her portrayal as a victim in the public eye,” Lalli told Express.co.uk.

    “This approach could be seen as an attempt to garner public sympathy by highlighting her own adversities. This is typical victimhood. It can take the focus away from the bigger picture.

    “A victim’s narrative tends to spotlight their individual struggles, reinforcing a perception of perpetual victimhood.

    “This might be perceived as a strategic move to draw emotional support and reinforce a public image as someone who has endured significant personal challenges.

    “This is fair enough, but it becomes tiring in the public’s eyes.”

    Last October, the couple’s Archewell Foundation hosted a mental health summit that focused on keeping children safe in today’s digital age.

    The event hosted families who had lost children due to mental health struggles, some of which stemmed from overexposure to social media.

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    Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are speaking out again in a TV interview with CBS (Image: Getty)

    Speaking at the summit, the duchess said: “The burden of this can’t solely be on the parents.

    “A lot of the conversations we’ve had quietly behind the scenes with tech executives, they do feel that they’ve created parental controls and certain guardrails to curb this, but not all parents are tech-savvy and can navigate that, and there needs to be a better solution than that. You put in safeguards so when situations like this keep happening, you’re still working to keep people safe.”

    Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will continue their work in this area during a controversial trip to Colombia in November, which will take place ahead of the inaugural Global Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children.

    “Nonetheless, it is important to recognise that cyberbullying is a legitimate and pressing issue that affects many individuals,” said Lalli.

    “In Meghan Markle’s case, while she has legitimate grievances about cyberbullying, repeatedly framing herself as a victim could overshadow her message and lead to scepticism about her motives.

    “It could also distract from the broader issue of online harassment, which affects so many normal everyday people too.”

    In conclusion, Lalli highlights how continuously identifying as a victim can be dangerous for several reasons. She says it can undermine credibility, fosters dependence, it can alienate supporters, distracts from broader issues and can cause one to neglect personal growth.

  • Royal Family LIVE: Meghan Markle’s ‘victimhood’ exposed during TV interview on birthday

    Royal Family LIVE: Meghan Markle’s ‘victimhood’ exposed during TV interview on birthday

    Prince William and Princess Kate want their three children to have as normal a home life as possible.

    Meghan Markle has been accused of playing the “victim” as her and Prince Harry’s interview on CBS Sunday Morning is set to to air this weekend.

    During the chat the couple talk about their work trying to tackle online abuse, and how they wish to protect their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet from what they have experience.

    Meanwhile back at home Prince William and Princess Kate might be one of the most famous couples on the planet, but according to an inside source their life at home is very ordinary.

    They do not employ a vast number of royal servants as instead three children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis are expected to help out with chores.

    While the Waleses do have daytime staff to manage their work schedules, when at home in Adelaide Cottage they prefer to raise their children themselves.

    A source told the Daily Mail: “I think it would surprise people to see how ordinary things are at home. The children help with laying the table, clearing their plates when they’ve finished eating and helping with tidying up. There’s no preferential treatment.”

    Their nanny Maria Teresa Turrion Borrallo used to live with the family at Kensington Palace but apparently did not move with them when they relocated to Windsor.

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    Kate and William like to keep things as normal as possible at home (Image: Getty)
     Catherine Meyer-Funnell

    Meghan Markle’s ‘victimhood’ has become ‘tiring in the public’s eyes’ says psychotherapist

    EXCLUSIVE: Leading psychotherapist Gin Lalli has spoken about how the public could become tired of Meghan’s “victim” narrative.

    She told Express.co.uk: “It’s an interesting dynamic, which could be interpreted as a continuation of her portrayal as a victim in the public eye.

    “This approach could be seen as an attempt to garner public sympathy by highlighting her own adversities. This is typical victimhood. It can take the focus away from the bigger picture.

    “A victim’s narrative tends to spotlight their individual struggles, reinforcing a perception of perpetual victimhood.

    “This might be perceived as a strategic move to draw emotional support and reinforce a public image as someone who has endured significant personal challenges.

    “This is fair enough, but it becomes tiring in the public’s eyes.”

    Meghan Markle at Queen's funeral

    Meghan has been accused of playing the victim (Image: Getty)

     Catherine Meyer-Funnell

    Place where Princess Kate will take George, Louis and Charlotte on holiday revealed

    Princess Kate will be taking Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis to Balmoral this summer, it has been confirmed.

    A source told Express.co.uk: “William and Kate will be joining the Royal Family at Balmoral. It will be a rather low key affair this year where everyone will meet to just relax and unwind.”

    This will be the furthest that Kate has travelled since she began treatment for cancer.

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    Kate will be at Balmoral this summer (Image: Getty)

     Catherine Meyer-Funnell

    Meghan Markle’s net worth with Prince Harry now in ‘Goldilocks Zone’ as fortune soars

    Meghan Markle’s net worth has soared since her early days as an actress, even though she was at one point being paid £28,000 per episode of Suits.

    Before her marriage to Prince Harry she was estimated to be worth around £3.8 million, although he was worth considerably more as a working royal.

    But the couple were cut off financially from the Firm when they stepped down in 2020.

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    Meghan is a rich woman (Image: Getty)

     Catherine Meyer-Funnell

    Meghan Markle’s 43rd birthday plans revealed as she opts for something different this year

    Meghan Markle’s 43rd birthday will be marked somewhat differently this year.

    She and Prince Harry have been interviewed on CBS Sunday Morning, which will air in the US later today.

    In the chat the couple spoke about cyber abuse and their fight to protect children online.

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    The Sussexes are appearing on CBS (Image: Getty)

     Catherine Meyer-Funnell

    Meghan Markle and Prince Harry share rare details on life with Archie and Lilibet

    Meghan and Harry have been interviewed by Jane Pauley on CBS Sunday Morning, which will go live later today.

    During the chat they opened up about life at home in Montecito with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

    Meghan said: “Our kids are young. They’re three and five. They’re amazing.

    “But all you want to do as parents is protect them. So, as we can see what’s happening in the online space, we know that there’s a lot of work to be done there and we’re just happy to be able to be a part of change for good.”

    Harry and Meghan at awards show

    Harry and Meghan have talked about their children (Image: Getty)

     Catherine Meyer-Funnell

    Meghan Markle’s birthday clashes with a very important date for Prince William as well

    Today (August 4) is Meghan Markle’s 43rd birthday, but it is also a day of great significance for Prince William.

    His christening was celebrated 42 years ago today, August 4 1982, at the Music Room in Buckingham Palace, with the service being carried out by the Archbishop of Canterbury.

    He was christened Prince William Arthur Philip Louis, with his mother Princess Diana just 21 at the time.

    Prince William pointing

    William was christened on August 4 1982 (Image: Getty)

     Catherine Meyer-Funnell

    Meghan Markle’s birthday wish and the very unusual gift she once asked for

    Meghan Markle previously wrote on her now-defunct blog The Tig that she makes a birthday wish every year.

    One year she made an unusual request however, as she asked her followers to use her birthday as an opportunity to find their own happiness.

    As reported by the Mirror, she wrote in 2014: “I am 33 years old today. And I am happy. And I say that so plainly because, well… it takes time.

    “So for my birthday, here’s what I would like as a gift: I want you to be kind to yourself. I want you to challenge yourself. I want you to stop gossiping, to try a food that scares you, to buy a coffee for someone just because, to tell someone you love them… and then to tell yourself right back.

    “I want you to find your happiness. I did. And it’s never felt so good.”

     

    Meghan in Invictus crowd

    Meghan makes a wish on her birthday every year (Image: Getty)

     Catherine Meyer-Funnell

    Meghan Markle celebrates 43rd birthday today and here’s 11 incredible pictures of her

    Meghan Markle is turning 43 today and will no doubt be spoiled rotten at home in Montecito.

    The Duchess of Sussex lives with her husband Prince Harry and their two children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet in California.

    Here are 11 incredible pictures of Meghan to mark her special day.

    Meghan smiles holding microphone

    Meghan is 43 today (Image: Getty)

     Catherine Meyer-Funnell

    Good morning

    Good morning from London, I’m Catherine Meyer-Funnell and I’ll be bringing you all the very latest royal updates into this afternoon. Feel free to get in touch at [email protected]

  • Meghan Markle’s shameless new plot for Royals to plug her jam

    Meghan Markle’s shameless new plot for Royals to plug her jam

    Meghan Markle’s shameless new plot for Royals to plug her jam

    She sparked global interest in March with the launch of her new brand, American Riviera Orchard, unveiling the name and branding online with…

     

     

    She sparked global interest in March with the launch of her new brand, American Riviera Orchard, unveiling the name and branding online with a stylish teaser video that seemed to suggest she was modelling herself as the next lifestyle guru and celebrity homemaker.

    But Meghan Markle’s apparent hopes to make a big and lasting splash with her latest venture were inevitably dashed that same month when Meghan’s sister-in-law, Kate Middleton, announced she was battling cancer. Initially, royal fans assumed the upsetting news would put the kibosh on Meghan’s brand for the foreseeable.

    Nevertheless – despite keeping the actual remit of her company still shrouded in mystery – Meghan pressed on, sending out an exclusive batch of jams to 50 of her most high-profile friends, and apparently relying on them to stoke public interest by posting it on their Instagrams.

    Kate Middleton
    Kate Middleton ©Chris Jackson/Getty Images
     

    Still, there’s only so much subtle product placement that Meghan can do, and – according to insiders – she’s now ready to take things to the next level. Last week, as Kate made her long-awaited return to public life with an Instagram video, saying she had “good and bad days” before attending Trooping the Colour the following day, across the pond it seemed like Meghan was giving another hint of her own plans for the future. 

    The Duchess herself didn’t post anything, but close friend Nacho Figueras, an Argentine polo player and one of the Sussexes’ most ardent supporters, posted a picture of handmade dog biscuits, in a jar that looked incredibly similar to Meghan’s range of jam jars – leading many to believe that the dog biscuits are her next offering.

    Nacho Figueras, Delfina Blaquier, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex
    Nacho Figueras, Delfina Blaquier, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex ©Jason Koerner/Getty Images for Sentebale

    We’re told the aspiring lifestyle queen is gearing up to finally sell products on her website (which remains a banner page allowing visitors to sign up to a wait list for more information), with her jams, dog biscuits and also rosé wine apparently all on the menu. But, as every lifestyle influencer knows, endorsement is everything, and, having relied on celebrities like Kris Jenner, Mindy Kaling and Kris Jenner for her initial jam plugs, our insider tells us she’s now aiming for loftier heights. That means calling in the one group of people you’d think she’d never consider asking for a favour or two: the royal family.
    “Meghan is looking for support wherever she can get it,” says an insider close to the mother-of-two, who first debuted American Riviera Orchard three months ago with a stylish teaser video, which saw her cooking, arranging flowers, and floating through her and Prince Harry’s Montecito mansion in a ball gown.

    Prince Harry with Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice
    Prince Harry with Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice ©Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images

    “Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice are at the top of her list, but she’s shooting even higher and would love to get King Charles to give his stamp of approval. Despite all the drama, Meghan doesn’t see why they shouldn’t be able to drum up some support and backing. She wants Harry to reach out to anyone in the family that he’s still got access to. She still believes that there is a lot more support for them inside the royal family than people let on, and thinks it would be foolish not to ask for help.”
    By all accounts, it would be a ballsy move for the Sussexes to ask the King for support, considering the bad blood that has festered since they stepped down as senior royals in 2020. Despite initially parting on fairly friendly terms, Harry and Meghan’s continued accusations against the royals inevitably drew a wedge between both factions, with insiders reporting that Harry and his brother William’s fractured relationship is now beyond repair.

    In recent months, there has been some attempt to mend fences, especially in light of the the King’s cancer diagnosis earlier this year, but that has amounted to little more than a fleeting visit to see him as the news went public. Earlier this month, we reported that King Charles was filled with “great sadness” over his distant relationship with Harry and Meghan’s children, Archie, five, and Lilibet, three, who have mainly connected with their grandfather via FaceTime.

    King Charles and Prince Harry
    King Charles and Prince Harry ©David Rose – WPA Pool/Getty Images
    Nevertheless, while there is some hope that an impasse may be reached, it would be a massive stretch to ask the King to endorse Meghan’s brand. Not only is there strict royal protocol when it comes to receiving and promoting products, but Meghan’s already made it clear that she wants little to do with the institution moving forwards. Still, she’s hoping that – with Harry’s help – she might find a way back in.

    And even if the King is unreceptive, there are still some lower-level members of the royal family who might just be willing. Harry’s cousins, Beatrice and Eugenie, have long remained close to the formerly royal couple. Meanwhile, their mother, Sarah Ferguson, has also publicly supported them, saying in a recent interview, “Harry is a much-loved nephew and I wish him and Meghan all the best.” So, we’re told, Meghan sees no reason why the more commercially-minded members of Harry’s family can’t do their bit to help support American Riviera Orchard…that’s where Harry comes in.
    “Meghan would do it herself, but Harry’s going to have a much better chance of getting the answer that way, so it really has to be done by him,” says our source. “In her view, there’s no reason he shouldn’t get some support from within the Firm to boost their business ventures – after all, he’s still the King’s son.”

    King Charles and Queen Camilla
    King Charles and Queen Camilla ©Chris Jackson/POOL/ AFP/Getty Images
    Part of her leverage, we’re told, is the fact that the royal family is thin on the ground right now. Despite King Charles’ preference for a slimmed-down monarchy, he could never have foreseen just how short-staffed they’d be, following the Princess of Wales’ shock cancer diagnosis – for which she’s still receiving preventative chemotherapy. Charles himself has been getting back to his busy schedule, but his own ongoing treatment means he’s not as productive as he’d like to be – and even Princess Anne, who is famously known as the most hardworking of the lot, has been taken out of action this week, following an accident at her Gloucestershire estate. Though the Princess Royal cannot remember exactly what happened, it’s believed she sustained a head injury from a horse’s legs or head. She’s on the road to a full recovery, but that – coupled with an already bare-boned monarchy – has inevitably left the royals struggling to keep up with all their commitments.

    While there’s no suggestion that Harry and Meghan would ever return to royal life – or even be asked – we’re told that, in Meghan’s view, reaching out now could be mutually beneficial. If the monarchy were to offer the Sussexes’ some support, maybe the latter could somehow return the favour. But for that to work, Buckingham Palace – already a purveyor of honey and preserves – would have to start peddling American Riviera Orchard jams. And that, by all accounts, sounds like a very sticky situation indeed.
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  • Neil Sean EXPOSES DEEP Secrets That Proves That Meghan Was Never Pregnant Of Lilibet

    Neil Sean EXPOSES DEEP Secrets That Proves That Meghan Was Never Pregnant Of Lilibet

    Neil Sean EXPOSES DEEP Secrets That Proves That Meghan Was Never Pregnant Of Lilibet

    The fairytale of Meghan Markle’s pregnancy with Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor, a story that was supposed to unite a fractured nation, is now under a microscope. Royal commentator Neil Sean has made explosive claims suggesting that the Duchess of Sussex may have never been pregnant at all.

    If true, this would be one of the most significant royal scandals of the century, shaking the very foundation of the Sussexes’ carefully constructed public image.

    The fairy tale of Meghan Markle’s pregnancy with Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor, a story meant to unite a fractured nation, is now under scrutiny. Royal commentator Neil Sean has made explosive claims suggesting that the Duchess of Sussex may have never been pregnant at all. If true, this would be one of the most significant royal scandals of the century, shaking the very foundation of the Sussexes’ carefully constructed public image.

    Sean, known for his insider knowledge of the royal family, has presented a series of compelling arguments to support his controversial theory. One of the most striking pieces of evidence he points to is the lack of visible physical changes in Meghan during the supposedly advanced stages of her pregnancy. While it is not uncommon for celebrities to conceal pregnancy bumps, the absence of any discernable alterations in Meghan’s physique throughout her entire gestation period has raised eyebrows among royal watchers and fashion experts alike.

    Additionally, Sean has highlighted inconsistencies in the official narrative surrounding the birth of Lilibet. The decision to give birth in a private California hospital rather than a London maternity ward has been questioned, with some suggesting that it was a deliberate attempt to avoid scrutiny. Furthermore, the lack of public appearances by Meghan during the latter stages of her pregnancy, as well as the absence of traditional royal baby photographs, has fueled speculation about the veracity of the pregnancy.

    Perhaps the most damning evidence comes from body language experts who have analyzed Meghan’s behavior during her supposed pregnancy. They have identified a number of cues that suggest she may have been faking her condition, including the way she held her stomach and the absence of certain physical changes typically associated with pregnancy.

    If Sean’s claims are substantiated, the implications for the Sussexes are catastrophic. Not only would it shatter their carefully cultivated image as a modern and progressive royal couple, but it would also raise serious questions about their credibility and trustworthiness. The public’s faith in the monarchy has already been eroded by recent events, and this scandal could be the final blow.

    The Duchess of Sussex has vehemently denied these allegations, labeling them as false and harmful. However, the public remains skeptical, with many demanding an independent investigation into the matter. As the story unfolds, it is clear that the truth about Meghan’s pregnancy is far more complex than it first appeared. It is essential to approach these claims with caution, as the burden of proof lies with those making the allegations. However, the evidence presented by Neil Sean is certainly compelling and raises serious questions about the veracity of the Duchess’s claims.

    The public deserves to know the truth, and it is imperative that a thorough investigation be conducted to clear the air.

  • Lady Jane’s Strong Warning: Meghan Markle Should Not Attend Lord Fellowes’ Funeral After CBS Interview

    Lady Jane’s Strong Warning: Meghan Markle Should Not Attend Lord Fellowes’ Funeral After CBS Interview

    Lady Jane’s Strong Warning: Meghan Markle Should Not Attend Lord Fellowes’ Funeral After CBS Interview

    In a dramatic twist, the ongoing tension between the British royal family and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has taken center stage once again. …


    In a dramatic twist, the ongoing tension between the British royal family and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has taken center stage once again.

    Lady Jane Spencer, a close confidante of the late Queen Elizabeth II, has issued a stern warning to Meghan, advising her against attending the upcoming funeral of Lord Fellowes, a prominent figure within the Royal Circle.

    The catalyst for this latest development seems to be Meghan’s recent explosive interview with CBS, which has only intensified the already strained relationship between the Duchess and the royal family. Sources close to the Palace reveal that Lady Jane’s warning follows Meghan’s perceived disrespect and betrayal of the institution she was once part of.

    Lady Jane is reportedly furious with Meghan’s behavior, feeling that airing grievances on national television was a blatant act of disrespect towards the monarchy. She is determined not to allow Meghan to disrupt the solemn proceedings of Lord Fellowes’ funeral.

     

    Lord Fellowes, who passed away earlier this week at the age of 85, was a highly respected figure within the Royal Circle, serving as a close confidant and adviser to the late Queen. His funeral is expected to be a somber affair, with many members of the royal family in attendance to pay their respects. 

    However, the prospect of Meghan’s presence at the event has reportedly caused significant concern among the Royal household, with Lady Jane leading the charge against it.

    Lady Jane has made it clear that she will not tolerate any disruptions or attempts by Meghan to steal the spotlight during Lord Fellowes’ funeral. An insider reveals that Lady Jane has explicitly stated that Meghan is not welcome and that her presence would be viewed as a blatant act of disrespect towards the royal family.

    The tension between Meghan and the royal family has been brewing for years, exacerbated by the Duchess’s controversial exit from the monarchy and her subsequent allegations of racism and mistreatment.

    In her bombshell CBS interview, Meghan claimed she faced a campaign of constant criticism and that the royal family failed to protect her from intense media scrutiny. She also alleged that there were discussions within the palace about the skin color of her son Archie before his birth.

    These revelations, seen as a direct challenge to the monarchy’s carefully curated public image, have further alienated Meghan from the royal family, with many viewing her as a disruptive force.

    Lady Jane’s warning is the latest salvo in this ongoing feud, and it remains to be seen how Meghan will respond. Some observers speculate that Meghan may heed the warning and stay away from the funeral, while others believe she might attend as a show of defiance.

  • King Charles III Bans Meghan Markle from UK: The End of the Sussex Saga?

    King Charles III Bans Meghan Markle from UK: The End of the Sussex Saga?

    King Charles III Bans Meghan Markle from UK: The End of the Sussex Saga?

     

    In a shocking turn of events, royal expert Charles Ray reveals that King Charles III has made a decisive ruling against Meghan Markle, barring her from ever returning to the United Kingdom.

    This unprecedented move marks a significant escalation in the ongoing feud between the Duchess of Sussex and the British monarchy.

    The decision to exile Meghan from the country has sent shockwaves through royal circles, with many questioning the audacity of such a bold move.

    How did it come to this point?

    The saga unfolds as a tale of ego, manipulation, and a blatant disregard for the traditions and values of the royal institution.

    Since her entry into the royal family, Meghan Markle has been a polarizing figure, challenging conventions and seeking to assert her own authority within the monarchy.

    Her desire to be the center of attention and to dictate terms has clashed with the established norms of the British royal family.

    King Charles III’s decision to ban Meghan from the UK is seen as a response to her persistent efforts to undermine the monarchy, most notably highlighted in her explosive Oprah interview and subsequent memoir.

    Her actions have been perceived as a direct attack on the integrity and reputation of the royal family.

    The banishment of Meghan from British soil represents a definitive stance by King Charles III, signaling that her disruptive behavior will no longer be tolerated.

    The repercussions of this ruling extend beyond the personal feud between Meghan and the royal family, impacting the very foundation of the monarchy itself.

    The news of her exile must have come as a devastating blow to Meghan, whose aspirations for power and influence within the royal family have now been shattered.

    The realization that she is no longer welcome in the UK likely signifies a significant setback in her ambitions and public image.

    Despite the potential turmoil that this decision may bring to Meghan’s life, it is viewed by many as a necessary step to preserve the integrity and stability of the monarchy.

    King Charles III’s firm stance sends a clear message that no individual, regardless of status or celebrity, is above the traditions and values of the British crown.

    As the Sussex saga continues to unfold, the future remains uncertain.

    Will Meghan attempt to challenge the ruling, or will she accept her fate and move on from this chapter in her life?

    Only time will reveal the next steps in this dramatic royal saga.

    For more updates and analysis on the latest developments in the world of royalty, stay tuned for our upcoming coverage.