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Meghan Markle was “irritated” when she found out Victoria Beckham is richer than her, a new biography says.

Tom Bower’s new book – The House of Beckham: Money, Sex and Power – sheds light on the relationship between the Beckhams and the Sussexes – and where it all went wrong. The former journalist says that the Duchess of Sussex was annoyed when she found out the Beckhams had “considerably more wealth” than herself.

Cracks started to show in the relationship between the famous families in 2018, according to Bower who says that although the Beckhams did secure an invite to Prince Harry and Meghan’s wedding, they were not invited to the wedding dinner. He also says in spring last year, it became clear that the friendship between the couples was on the rocks when the Sussexes were not on the guest list for Brooklyn Beckham’s wedding – but Prince William and Kate Middleton were.

Meghan thought she ranked above the Beckhams, a new book says ( 

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In the biography – which was released June 20 – Bower says that Meghan had ranked herself above the Beckhams in the social pecking order, and was fuming when she discovered that, despite her place in the Royal Family, Victoria actually scored higher in terms of wealth and fame. He explains: “In Meghan’s celebrity world, ranking depended on wealth and fame. As a seasoned operator, Meghan deluded herself that her status in the Royal family placed her above Victoria in the social pecking order.”

Bower continues: “She was irritated to discover that the Beckhams had considerably more wealth than herself. They owned five homes, had constant access to private jets, invitations to sail on yachts and much more money. And she was soon to be a duchess.”

Things soured between the women after a report leaked that Victoria had offered Meghan makeup advice, the book says ( 

Bower describes how Victoria made considerable effort to be friends with Meghan – despite the fact the Suits star “put on airs” when they first met – because of the longstanding relationship between the Beckhams, Prince Harry and Prince William.

According to the biography, Victoria kindly offered Meghan tips on where to find the best beauty spots in London – but the relationship between the two women soured when The Sun reported that Victoria had given Meghan makeup advice and the Duchess accused the former Spice Girl of leaking the story.

From dealing with snubs from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to falling out on the set of a Vogue photoshoot, The House of Beckham by Tom Bower makes jaw-dropping claims about David and Victoria Beckham’s marriage

In Tom Bower’s latest book, The House of Beckham: Money, Sex and Power, serialised by the Mirror over the weekend, the focus is on David and Victoria Beckham’s enduring marriage, offering jaw-dropping claims about their relationship.

From why David’s former PA Rebecca Loos went public with her affair claims to the time Posh and Becks slugged it out in a media war and supposedly leaked negative stories about each other, Bower’s book probably won’t be taking pride of place on the Beckham family bookshelf.

The juicy title also makes explosive claims about Posh and Becks’ relationship with the Royal family, particularly their deteriorating bond with Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle. Here are the biggest bombshells from The House of Beckham.

Why Rebecca Loos sold her story

The recent Netflix documentary about the Beckhams, produced by David’s team, was dominated by an allegation that shook their relationship to its core. Rebecca Loos’ public claims of an affair with David in 2004 led Victoria to describe the aftermath as the “hardest period” for both of them.

Now, 24 years on from first claiming she had an affair with the former England captain, Rebecca has been thrust back into the spotlight. In The House of Beckham, it’s claimed Rebecca, who now lives a quiet life in Norway with her husband and their sons, decided to break her silence about her alleged affair with the former England captain after being disgusted by David’s behaviour towards a waitress.

Bower’s book suggests this seemingly minor incident was the catalyst for the biggest challenge in the Beckham’s nearly 25-year-long marriage. He writes: “The turning-point for Loos was realising Beckham’s double standards. After a meal for SFX employees at Madrid’s Hard Rock Cafe, Beckham did not leave a tip.”

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The following day, the waitress handed Loos a note for Beckham, expressing her outrage that someone so famous and wealthy could be so tight-fisted. She explained that she depended on tips to make ends meet. Bowers writes that David was taken aback after reading the note and handed over a hefty amount of euros, saying, “‘Give her this”. He adds: “Reflecting in February about how Beckham had played her and lied to her, Loos was angry.”

Mulling over how her boss David had deceived and lied to her, Rebecca was livid. After being let go by Beckham’s agency SFX, Rebecca sold her story to the now defunct News of the World newspaper, alleging an affair behind Posh Spice’s back with the the Real Madrid footballer.

Furious Posh slapped Becks

In the days that followed Rebecca’s story dominating headlines across the world, the Beckham’s PR team orchestrated an image of unity at the snowy Courchevel ski resort to safeguard Brand Beckham’s image. “In a bravura performance the couple clung to each other she with an iron grip on his hand. Then they performed a piggy-back and smiled,” notes Bower in his book.

However, their closed-door affairs weren’t as picture-perfect. “Once the show was over they disappeared into their chalet….as everyone drifted off, one journalist looked through the Beckhams’ chalet window. Posh was slapping Beckham hard on his face. Beckham, famous for his ‘short fuse’, did not retaliate.”

Victoria’s transition to Spain wasn’t comfortable, making her life there quite disagreeable. “Her life in Madrid was lonely and unhappy. Although she had everything money could buy she was isolated. With few friends, she was unwilling to learn Spanish. Her diet, rigorous exercise and chain-smoking reflected her anxieties.”

Disastrous Vogue shoot

Victoria and David Beckham were reportedly battling to keep their marriage afloat years after the Rebecca Loos scandal, according to The House of Beckham. Despite overcoming that hurdle, the Beckhams faced renewed gossip about their relationship 14 years after Rebecca’s bombshell.

Amidst wild speculation of an impending divorce, Victoria and her PR mastermind opted for a bold Vogue interview and photoshoot to quash the whispers. “That would be an ideal platform to crush rumours of a split,” Bower writes, adding: “The interview would be accompanied with photographs of the Happy Beckham Family. David returned specially to London for the photoshoot….the entire Beckham family was to be photographed sitting as a harmonious group in a wooden rowing boat on a pond, which was to be shot as if it were a lake.

“But soon there was tension over whether David would appear in the shoot, with the footballer’s publicist adamant that he would not take part. Not mentioned was Beckham’s new opinion that his children should not be exploited for the brand,” Bower claims. “Unspoken was his apparent fury with Victoria’s endless self-promotion campaigns.”

He added: “The wrangling was followed by an outburst between Beckham and Victoria. Beckham relented. Finally, the family was shuffled on to the boat.” But what ensued could only be described as farcical. “Unexpectedly, once the six were afloat, Beckham insisted that his cocker spaniel Olive should feature in the shot too. The dog had 71,000 Instagram followers. Gingerly, the boat was pushed from the shore. Suddenly, Olive jumped into the water.

“Beckham was about to follow and rescue his pet. Screaming ‘No’, worried that his clothes would get soaked, several assistants plunged into the water to grab the dog. Victoria’s face turned to thunder. Another argument blew up. A sulk descended. Plans for the family photo were ditched.”

He goes on: “Victoria posed only with the children and the spaniel. In the aftermath, Beckham and Victoria posed as a twosome, separate and looking rather severe. But they were, as ever, consummate actors. No one looking at the perfect images could have imagined the dramas over the proceedings. The cover photograph would be of Victoria, and only with her four children.”

Posh’s Glasto scavenger hunt

David Beckham’s 2017 Glastonbury adventure didn’t quite pan out as expected, thanks to an unexpected appearance by his wife Victoria at Worthy Farm. While the couple admitted to being “against each other” in David’s Netflix series last year, they only briefly discussed their struggle to save their marriage in the early 00s when David was accused of having an affair with his former PA Rebecca Loos.

However, The House of Beckham suggests that the couple faced additional challenges years later – with the parents-of-four even engaging in a media battle through rival PR managers. Another low point for the Beckhams, as mentioned in the book, occurred in 2017 when Victoria gate-crashed David’s Glastonbury fun. Initially, David and a small group of friends, including his best mate Dave Gardner, attended the renowned British festival without Victoria, who was due to arrive later from New York.

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The night before Victoria’s arrival, the group – which included married Lady Mary Charteris and a “glamorous Australian bikini model” – partied until 5am. The celebrations resumed at lunchtime the next day, only to be interrupted by a phone call announcing Victoria’s arrival.

“There was no hassle and a great mood until she landed,’ moaned one of the group,” Bower pens in The House of Beckham. “With her entourage, she zoomed off in a golf buggy through the scruffy campers to the VIP zone. She was livid that her husband hadn’t responded to her phone calls and had sent out a search party. Eventually, David showed up. Within seconds, they were caught up in a heated argument…. ‘They looked quite miserable,’ observed one onlooker, ‘but they managed to pose for the cameras’.”

Swipe at ‘desperate’ Geri Halliwell

Victoria reportedly “couldn’t stand” her former Spice Girls bandmate, Geri Horner, according to investigative journalist Tom Bower’s new book, The House of Beckham: Money, Sex and Power. Bower’s book reveals that during the height of the Spice Girls’ fame, while everyone loved David Beckham, “Victoria was different”. He quotes her as saying: “‘I can’t stand Geri,’ she said about her former best friend. ‘She is one of the most disloyal people I’ve ever known’.”

The book also alleges that Victoria ridiculed Geri for dating DJ Chris Evans in 1999. According to Bower, Victoria said: “Twisting the knife, she even scoffed at Geri for going out with DJ Chris Evans. ‘She’ll do anything to get publicity. Geri doesn’t care what she does as long as she gets in the paper’.”

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s snub

In addition to looking back on Victoria’s Spice Girls feud, The House of Beckham also examines Posh and Becks’ relationship with the Royal family, particularly their strained bond with Harry and Meghan Markle. The former England captain, 49, and Posh Spice, 50, attended both William’s 2011 wedding to Kate Middleton and Harry and Meghan’s nuptials in 2018. But according to journalist Bower, David’s friendship with both brothers didn’t sit well with Meghan.

Bower writes that ahead of their wedding, Meghan and Harry were irritated by David’s close bond with William, which had blossomed during the UK’s World Cup bid in 2010. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, already feeling insecure about their perceived lower status and wealth compared to the Cambridges, reportedly found Becks’ camaraderie with William annoying.

“Meghan appeared to want to punish the Beckhams,” Bower claims, adding: “Television pictures of the couple arriving at St George’s Chapel for the wedding showed Victoria stony-faced and David chewing gum. Meghan had not invited them to the wedding dinner. Her veto was an insult.”

He remarks: “After all, many guests such as George Clooney and other Hollywood stars invited that evening did not even know Meghan. Victoria’s sour expression also reflected her anger about David’s behaviour at a Soho House party the previous night. He had been buying drinks for a brunette while Victoria sat silently thunderous nearby. Worse still, that very morning the woman had posted photos of herself and Beckham on the web.”

The Mirror has previously contacted representatives for the Beckhams and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex for comment.

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$349.00David Beckham Watch – Tudor Black Bay Pro m79470-0001

David Beckham Watch – Tudor Black Bay Pro m79470-0001​​

The football legend attended the day tenth of the 2022 Wimbledon, watching the match of Rafael Nadal vs. Taylor Fritz. He also brought his mum along with him to the match.

Looking very well-dressed, Beckham was spotted wearing his 39mm steel Tudor Black Bay Pro on a riveted steel bracelet, a watch unveiled at Watches & Wonders earlier in 2022.

The dial features a railroad minute line around the outside, the current protective trademark and emblem at 12 o’clock, and 3 text lines with a yellow profundity placed at 6 o’clock. The attached markings, which include a mix of dots, triangles, and a rectangle at 12 o’clock, have a similar feel. The 3D feature looks awesome and improves the piece’s technical, practical design.

The retail price is $3,917.

Becks paired a dapper brown double-breasted jacket with a tasteful striped shirt, square-patterned tie, white trousers, and suede loafers.

I think he had the best outfit we saw at the 2022 Wimbledon. Agree?

David Beckham Watch – Patek Philippe Grand Complications Celestial 6102P

David Beckham Watch – Patek Philippe Grand Complications Celestial 6102P​​

The fact that Beckham is a Breitling ambassador doesn’t mean he only has Breitling watches. Let’s start with this amazing timepiece: the 44 mm platinum Patek Philippe Celestial Grand Complication 6102P, which tracks the movement of the stars and moon, would come to replace bling.

Quoted from Patek Philippe: Highlighting Patek Philippe’s great tradition of astronomical watches, the Celestial devotes its dial to a rotating chart of the heavenly bodies. At any time, its owner may admire the exact configuration of the nocturnal sky in the northern hemisphere, with the apparent movement of the stars and the phases and orbit of the moon. Two skeletonized hands point to the hours and minutes of mean solar time. An Ellipse, deposited on the underside of the sapphire glass, frames the portion of the sky visible from Geneva and all other cities located at the same latitude.

The basketball player LeBron James has a similar piece but in rose gold. His watch reference is 6102R.

Watches of David Beckham – Tudor Ranger 79950

Watches of David Beckham – Tudor Ranger 79950​​

Earlier in January 2023, the former British footballer was spotted flexing his 39mm steel Tudor Ranger 79950 with a black dial on an “olive” Nato.

Retail price: $2,825.

Tudor debuts the new Ranger collection in three varieties to commemorate the anniversary of the British North Greenland Expedition, which started on July 8, 1952. Despite having a 39mm steel case with a smooth finish, all of them have an olive green jacquard woven strap with a burgundy and beige stripe.

With a roughly 70-hour power reserve, the Tudor MT5402 automatic movement powers this dependable, hardy, and classic watch. The traditional “Ranger” dial features painted beige Arabic markers with batons between the 12, 3, and 6 o’clock positions. These markers are covered in Super Luminova, which lights green at night. The arrow-shaped hour hand, a seconds hand with a burgundy highlight at the tip, and the word “Ranger” at the 6 o’clock position on the dial are additional highlights.

Watches of David Beckham – Tudor Black Bay 58 M79018v-0001

Watches of David Beckham – Tudor Black Bay 58 M79018v-0001

When invited to Wimbledon’s Royal Box, style is essential, something football icon David Beckham clearly understands. At Wimbledon 2023, he paired a chic summer ensemble with a stunning Tudor Black Bay 58.

This watch, Ref. m79018v-0001, harmonizes with Centre Court’s green grass with its 39 mm, 18-karat yellow gold case, matching bezel with a matte green 60-minute graduated disc, and gold markings. The green dial sits under a domed sapphire crystal, highlighted by gold details and complemented by a dark brown alligator strap with a gold buckle. A bonus green fabric strap featuring a gold band completes this timepiece.

Retail price: $17,400.

Watches of David Beckham – Breitling Transocean Chronograph AB0510U4

Watches of David Beckham – Breitling Transocean Chronograph AB0510U4​​

Despite him being a Tudor Ambassador doesn’t mean that his watches are only from Tudor. He also has watches from other brands, like I mention in the beginning. For example, in this picture, he wears a Breitling Transocean Chronograph AB0510U4.

This watch pairs a chronograph with a world time function, courtesy of its in-house caliber B05. Thanks to its double disk, the Transocean Chronograph Unitime provides at-a-glance reading, anywhere in the world, of the time in all 24 timezones. When the user changes timezone, simply turning the crown forwards or backwards enables instant correction of the hour hand, the city disk and the 24-hour disk – while automatically adjusting the date to local time.

Its retail price is about $6,500.

Watches of David Beckham – Rolex Sprite 126720VTNR

Watches of David Beckham – Rolex Sprite 126720VTNR​​

Featuring a cerachrom bezel insert that combines green and black, which was never done before, the new Rolex GMT-Master II Ref. 126720VTNR is officially the first left-handed Rolex ever made with a crown position at 9 instead of 3 o’clock. The model has been nicknamed “Sprite” by the watch community of the previous “Pepsi,” “Coke,” and “Rootbeer” bezel color combinations.

With the new color combination and eye-catching design, the Rolex Sprite surely brings fresh energy to one of the world’s most famous watch brands. The Sprite’s retail price is $11,050 and currently (Feb 2023) sells on the grey market for around $24,000.

David and Victoria Beckham Watch – Rolex Day-Date and Patek Philippe Nautilus

David and Victoria Beckham Watch – Rolex Day-Date and Patek Philippe Nautilus​​

Enjoying their summer vacation in 2022, He and his wife were spotted wearing excellent watches in 18k rose gold.

A $90,000 rose gold Rolex Day-Date with the anniversary dial, Roman numeral hour markers, diamond-set bezel, and the presidential bracelet was spotted on David’s wrist.

On Victoria’s wrist, we can see a rose gold Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118/1200R with a golden brown opaline dial. The dial features gold-applied hour markers and numerals with luminescent coating, and the bezel is set with 56 brilliant-cut diamonds. Her watch is selling on the secondary market for about $120,000.

Everyone is saying the same thing about Prince William’s appearance at Royal Ascot

Prince William has attended Royal Ascot this week, with royal fans all spotting one thing about his appearance.

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Royal fans all pointed out one thing they “love” about Prince William’s appearance at this year’s Royal Ascot.

William has joined his family at the annual event, with fans pointing out how “expressive and playful” he appeared.

Following his appearance on Wednesday, one fan took to X to comment: “William was so expressive and playful at Ascot today, I love it.”

Many fans also spotted how much the royal was smiling and enjoying being in attendance, with one writing on X: “This is really lovely! Prince William laughing with his cousins and close family at Royal Ascot today [heart-faced emoji].”

Delighting royal fans across the globe, William was spotted in a heart-warming moment with Zara Tindall and Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie.

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The royal, who will celebrate his 42th birthday on Friday, was spotted playfully flicking the tassel on Eugenie’s hat, prompting laughter from onlookers.

The sweet moment even made fans compare the royal to his youngest son, Prince Louis – who is known for his cheeky antics at royal events.

Prince Louis, six, has been known to stick out his tongue and wave enthusiastically from royal balconies and carriages.

The young royal, alongside his two elder siblings, made his first public appearance of the year last weekend at Trooping the Colour.

 

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William was spotted enjoying a sweet moment with Zara, who is often deemed as being very close to him and the Princess of Wales.

Posting a picture of Zara linking arms with William, another fan commented: “I love this picture of Prince William and Zara Tindall at Royal Ascot today! [white-heart emoji].

“William is definitely the cousin closest to both William and Catherine, and I honestly believe she is the sibling that [William] deserves.”

Although he appeared at Royal Ascot on Tuesday, King Charles was absent from yesterday’s event due to his ongoing cancer treatment.

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The 75-year-old, who was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year, was noticeably absent from yesterday’s event.

Queen Camilla, however, was still in attendance and took part in the royal procession with Prince William.

William was also joined by his parents-in-law, Carole and Michael Middleton on Wednesday.

Princess Kate’s three secret messages from Trooping the Colour that you missed

A fashion expert reveals the three hidden messages Princess Kate was trying to communicate with her style choice at Trooping the Colour.

The Princess of Wales melted the nation’s hearts when she gave us a wave from the Buckingham Palace balcony for the first time in six months during Trooping the Colour last weekend.

Princess Kate’s triumphant appearance does not mean that she’ll make a full return to royal duties, however, it did give the public a good reassurance boost and showcased the Royal Family’s unity in all its glory.

But it looks like apart from celebrating the King’s official birthday, the future Queen, who looked sensational in an upcycled monochrome Jenny Packham dress, Jimmy Choo heels, matching Philip Treacy hat and Mulberry clutch, could also have wanted to communicate certain messages to the public with her impeccable style choice, according to a fashion expert.

Megan Watkins, Head Stylist at online fashion destination SilkFred, commented on the Princess of Wales’s Trooping the Colour outfit and pinpointed three key details which could be seen as messages from the beloved royal.

Here, the Express takes a look at all three of them.

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According to Ms Watkins, the princess could have wanted to express her gratitude to the public by choosing British brands for an appearance “we were all waiting for”.

The style expert explained: “Staying true to her signature classic yet fashion-forward style, Kate stepped out in a monochrome Jenny Packham dress, Jimmy Choo pumps, matching Philip Treacy wide-brimmed angular hat and Mulberry clutch.

“Here, she showed her eternal love of British brands, something she’s always championed, which could be seen as a nod to her country’s support during this hard time.”

“Eagle-eyed royal watchers will notice that this is not the first time Kate has worn this knee-length Jenny Packham dress. She also wore the piece during the King’s Coronation weekend last year.”

Kate’s upcycling greatly resembled the outfit of her daughter, Princess Charlotte, who donned a navy and white dress, accessorised with white Mary Jane shoes and a white bow on her hair.

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Princess Kate made her first public appearance in six months (Image: Getty)

Princess Kate wore a stunning Jenny Packman dress (Image: Getty)

According to Ms Watkins, this mirroring could have meant to show “a strong sense of family unity and togetherness, perhaps signifying the ongoing support from her family”.

Thirdly, the Princess of Wales’s choice to wear the black and white number was deemed to have carried quite a significance in a bid to reassure the public of a brighter future.

The style expert explained: “Although her outfit had accents of black, it was mainly white, a colour that traditionally is a symbol of hope, purity and rebirth, perhaps hinting at better times to come.

“Although Kate has always loved a good monochrome moment, and therefore was staying true to her signature style – there was something more moving about eschewing colour on her first appearance since Christmas. Although it could perhaps suggest that she’s not quite ready to dive into bold summer colours, I believe it was also a concerted effort to not take any attention away from the King.”

Ms Watkins concluded: “Kate has always been a master of ‘reading the room’ with her fashion choices, and her outfits often feel like nothing is chosen without careful consideration, and her appearance at Trooping the Colour was no exception.

The coordination with her children, going for a dress she’s worn before and the choice of black and white showed a beacon of hope for the Princess, her love of family and why she will always be our formal fashion inspiration.”

Meghan Markle’s business move has nothing to do with Kate’s return as she has ‘no control over…’

 

Meghan Markle launched two new products under her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, just hours before Kate Middleton’s royal comeback at Trooping the Colour.

A close friend of Markle’s unveiled a new raspberry-flavoured jam from the Duchess of Sussex’s brand and teased that she will also be selling dog biscuits. Soon after, the internet buzzed with claims that Meghan allegedly tried to steal the limelight from the Princess of Wales.

However, an expert has now clarified that the business move timed seemingly coincidentally, was not made with any malice and did not overshadow anything.

The cancer-stricken Princess of Wales made her much-awaited royal comeback on June 15th after staying out of the public eye since being diagnosed and undergoing preventative therapy. She was seeking privacy at her Royal Windsor home with her children and Prince William. Her return was definitely one of the most anticipated events for royal followers, so watching Meghan allegedly trying to ‘overshadow’ irked many, and she was slammed by netizens for this business move

Caratt, however, believes that Meghan had no role to play in this. She added, ‘She (Meghan) didn’t have any control over when Nacho would post them, and it didn’t overshadow anything.’ Nacho Figueras, a close friend of the Duke and a polo player who has been a familiar name in Harry’s inner circle since 2007, took to his Instagram to share jam and new dog biscuits hours ahead of the Trooping the Colour tradition, marking the monarch’s birthday.

Both products were perfectly presented in jars with a rustic touch.

Queen Camilla has set the rules for Prince Harry’s meet with King Charles, he can’t…

 

As Queen Camilla is now taking care of King Charles III’s royal duties, she ruled that Prince Harry is not allowed to “talk alone” with his father during his visit on May 8, per a royal expert.

 

Angela Levin, the royal expert, told GB News, “Queen Camilla will not let Harry talk alone to his father. He can’t be trusted. I think King Charles is vulnerable. He might say something about his health.”

Levin’s apprehension stems from the delicate nature of the King’s health and the strained relationship with his son. Despite the familial tensions, Levin acknowledged, “Nobody really wants to see him. King Charles will, because he’s his father, and fathers love their children even if they go off and behave badly.”

The complexity of the situation was evident when Prince Harry made a brief 24-hour visit to London following the announcement of King Charles’ diagnosis.

I can’t see how it can happen in the time he’s here. Last time he was here very quickly and was rushed out. Some people say he saw his father for 20 minutes, some say half an hour,” Levin speculated.

As Queen Camilla is now taking care of King Charles III’s royal duties, she ruled that Prince Harry is not allowed to “talk alone” with his father during his visit on May 8, per a royal expert.

Angela Levin, the royal expert, told GB News, “Queen Camilla will not let Harry talk alone to his father. He can’t be trusted. I think King Charles is vulnerable. He might say something about his health.”

Levin’s apprehension stems from the delicate nature of the King’s health and the strained relationship with his son. Despite the familial tensions, Levin acknowledged, “Nobody really wants to see him. King Charles will, because he’s his father, and fathers love their children even if they go off and behave badly.”

The complexity of the situation was evident when Prince Harry made a brief 24-hour visit to London following the announcement of King Charles’ diagnosis.

I can’t see how it can happen in the time he’s here. Last time he was here very quickly and was rushed out. Some people say he saw his father for 20 minutes, some say half an hour,” Levin speculated.

Prince Harry’s upcoming visit coincides with the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games, an event he will commemorate with a speech.

Meghan Markle and senior royal family members will be absent from the occasion. The timing of the event presents a logistical challenge, as Levin pointed out: “This time it’s going to be particularly awkward because the service at St Paul’s Cathedral is going to finish at 6 p.m., which is exactly the time that the first garden party of the year, which King Charles is going to, also finishes at 6 p.m.”

“You can imagine Charles is vulnerable because he will go around shaking hands with goodness knows how many people who are coming,” Levin added.

However commentator Michael Cole shared with GB News, “It’s good news for the King. The doctors are happy with the way the treatment is going, and he’s returning to more public-facing duties, which I know is what he wants to do. Of course, there is the Harry problem. He’s coming next week for the 10th-anniversary service of Thanksgiving at Saint Paul’s Cathedral.”

“I think it will be a key moment because we will see whether the King will receive his son.”

Following the cancer announcement, Prince Harry mentioned to Good Morning America that he had “more trips planned,” leaving the possibility of a reunion open.

Cole concluded with a hopeful note on the King’s willingness to welcome his son: “I think he will see him. I think there’s a good possibility that he will be in town. The King has other duties.

And he has always made it clear that his door remains open to his youngest son. The prodigal is always welcome at home. Of course, he has to be contrite, and he has to ask for forgiveness beforehand, but the King will do that.”

Meghan Markle officially stripped of royal succession rights by Prince Charles: The Duchess immediately seeks “allies” to retaliate.

Meghan Markle’s demand for an inheritance from Prince Charles was ultimately cancelled due to various intricate factors that intersected within the realms of royal tradition, legal constraints, and personal dynamics.

The request, which may have seemed reasonable on the surface, triggered a series of deliberations and considerations that led to its eventual withdrawal. To unravel the complexities surrounding this issue, we need to delve deeper into the specifics of royal finances, the nuances of inheritances within the monarchy, and the broader implications of Meghan’s status as a member of the royal family.

First and foremost, it is crucial to recognize that the British royal family operates within a highly structured framework when it comes to financial matters. The funding sources for senior royals are primarily derived from the Sovereign Grant, which is allocated by the government and covers official expenses such as staff salaries, travel costs, and maintenance of royal residences. This system is designed to ensure transparency and accountability in the allocation of public funds to support the monarchy’s activities.

However, inheritances within the royal family are governed by a different set of rules and protocols. While it is not uncommon for members of the royal family to receive inheritances from their relatives, the specifics of such transactions are often shrouded in secrecy and subject to internal negotiations. In Meghan Markle’s case, her request for an inheritance from Prince Charles raised eyebrows due to the unprecedented nature of the demand and the implications it carried for the established protocols within the royal household.

Moreover, Meghan’s status as a former senior royal who had stepped back from official duties further complicated the situation. Her departure from the royal fold had already sparked debates and speculation about her financial arrangements and future prospects within the royal family. Against this backdrop, her request for an inheritance from Charles could have been perceived as a calculated move to assert her financial independence and secure her position within the royal hierarchy.

Additionally, the personal dynamics between Meghan Markle and the members of the royal family cannot be overlooked in this context. Tensions and rifts that had emerged during her time as a working royal continued to cast a shadow over her interactions with the royal household. The dynamics of power, influence, and reputation management played a significant role in shaping the responses to Meghan’s request for an inheritance, highlighting the complexities of navigating personal relationships within the royal family.

Ultimately, the decision to cancel Meghan Markle’s demand for an inheritance from Prince Charles was likely influenced by a combination of these factors. The need to uphold the traditional protocols and values of the monarchy, the complexities of financial arrangements within the royal household, and the personal dynamics at play all converged to lead to the withdrawal of the request.

While the specifics of the discussions and negotiations that took place behind closed doors may remain confidential, the broader implications of this episode shed light on the intricate web of relationships and power dynamics that define the world of the British royal family.

 

Meghan Markle’s demand for an inheritance from Prince Charles was cancelled due to a complex interplay of factors that encompassed royal traditions, legal constraints, and personal dynamics.

By examining the nuances of royal finances, the protocols of inheritances within the monarchy, and the broader implications of Meghan’s status as a former senior royal, we can gain a deeper understanding of the intricate dynamics that shaped the outcome of this episode.

The cancellation of Meghan’s request serves as a reminder of the complexities and challenges that accompany life within the royal family, highlighting the delicate balance between tradition, modernity, and personal agency in navigating the intricacies of royal life.

Wendy Williams CRUELLY claims Meghan Markle ‘weaseled her way into the kingdom’ before leaving the UK for LA and gave her opinion on what she thought about Meghan dropping her first name, to make it in Hollywood.

Wendy Williams cruelly claims Meghan Markle ‘weaseled her way into the kingdom’ before leaving the UK for LA

WENDY Williams has claimed Meghan Markle “weaseled her way into the kingdom” before leaving the United Kingdom for Los Angeles.

The daytime talk show host later referred to Meghan as the “Duchess of Malibu.”

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Wendy Williams cruelly claimed Meghan Markle ‘weaseled her way into the kingdom’ before leaving the United Kingdom for Los AngelesCredit: Fox

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Wendy Williams also referred to Meghan Markle as the ‘Duchess of Malibu’Credit: The Mega Agency
Wendy gave her opinion on what she thought about Meghan dropping her first name, Rachel, to make it in Hollywood.

The talk show host said: “I think she did the right thing.”

And she said it appears to have worked too, “including weaseling her way into the kingdom.”

Wendy added she always liked Meghan’s style and how “she finessed everybody” when she and Harry started dating.

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Wendy Williams said of Meghan Marle dropping her first name, Rachel, to make it in Hollywood: ‘I think she did the right thing’Credit: AP:Associated Press

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She said it appears to have worked too, ‘including weaseling her way into the kingdom’Credit: Splash News
Just as quickly as Wendy claimed Meghan seemed to get in with the Royal Family, she and Harry have retired from their royal duties in what’s come to be known as “Megxit.”

Earlier this year, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry announced they were stepping down as senior royals to carve out a “more progressive” role within the monarchy.

Last month The Sun exclusively revealed the ex-royals had set up permanent home in California after fleeing the coronavirus lockdown in Canada.

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Meghan and Harry announced they were stepping down as senior royals to carve out a ‘more progressive’ role within the monarchyCredit: Splash News

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The Royal Family apparently hoped Meghan and Harry for consider returning to the UK to help the the national effort against the outbreakCredit: AFP
A source told The Sun Meghan’s excited to return to Los Angeles soon: “This is the ideal result for her – she comes back to Hollywood with a prince to show off and getting to pick and choose who she wants to work and socialize with rather than the other way around.

“I think she always wanted to be back here, she always dreamed of the full-blown Hollywood lifestyle and this kind of clout. And I don’t think it was even that hard to persuade Harry.

“Harry would do anything she wanted even when she was just a USA actress.

She then was able to extend her circle thanks to their relationship and bring names like Oprah and Serena Williams to their wedding.

Since the pandemic the Royal Family reportedly hoped Meghan and Harry would consider returning to the UK to help the the national effort against the outbreak.

Since then, Prince Charles, 71, tested positive for Covid-19.

The Queen, 93, and ailing Prince Philip, 98, were put into self-isolation.

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Meghan Markle ex-husband working on TV show about American man whose ex marries a PRINCE

MEGHAN Markle’s former husband Trevor Engelson is hard at work on – guess what? – a TV series about an American man whose ex marries a British prince.

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Meghan Markle and Trevor Engelson married in September 2011 but divorced a year and a half later

As a sell for a TV drama it certainly has pizzazz. “Divorce is hard. Sharing custody is harder. Sharing custody with the British Royal Family in the unforgiving spotlight of London’s tabloid media is next level.”

So far, so exciting. But when you learn that the man behind the show in question is Trevor Engelson, former husband of Prince Harry’s fiancée Meghan Markle, the whole thing becomes… well, next level, as the Americans say.

The film industry website Deadline Hollywood broke the news that the former Mr Markle has been commissioned by TV giant Fox to produce a pilot comedy drama – with the potential to be expanded into a full series – based on the idea of a recently divorced man whose ex-wife marries into the Royal Family and the custody battles for their children that ensue to, presumably, hilarious effect.

All concerned are anxious to point out that naturally the whole project will be a work of fiction, that the lead characters are in no way based on Meghan or Trevor (who have no children together) and that Meghan herself has no involvement in it whatsoever.

If that sounds disingenuous, it may be because it is.

According to Deadline Hollywood: “The comedy originated with Engelson and fellow producer Dan Farah who, in a conversation, mused about what would have been if Engelson and Markle had had kids and he had to share custody with the British Royal Family one day. The two liked the idea as a potential TV series.”

They were not the only ones. After pitching the idea to American TV networks, Fox bought it up “on the spot, with what is believed to be the biggest commitment for a comedy pitch at the network so far this season.”

They have also attached some impressive names to the project – most notably Danny Zuker, one of the key writers and producers of Modern Family, winner of 22 Emmy awards and widely recognised as the biggest comedy show in the world.

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Meghan Markle and Trevor Engelson were described as having a ‘difficult’ start to married life

I guess they just decided to go their separate ways

Thomas Markle Jr

Although the pilot was commissioned before the announcement of Harry and Meghan’s engagement this week, the timing could hardly be better – and is set to shine a spotlight on Engelson, a man who has, until now, remained firmly tight-lipped on his ex-wife’s prospects as a princess.

But, perhaps ironically, the idea of Engelson turning his and Meghan’s post-divorce lives into a television show may not be as outlandish as it first appears. TV has defined their relationship.

The 41-year-old has forged a Hollywood career, starting as a production assistant and working his way up to produce films starring Robin Williams, Sandra Bullock and Robert Pattinson.

He is also credited as producer on the drama Snowfall, about the 1980s crack cocaine epidemic in Los Angeles, which is being shown on BBC Two. It was very different when he and Meghan first met in 2004.

She was 23 years old and he 28, and they were both struggling to gain a foothold in Tinseltown.

He took whatever work he could, she likewise landed bit parts in TV dramas, and even appeared as a “briefcase girl” on the American version of Deal Or No Deal, in which she was required to do little more than hold an attache case while looking beautiful.

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Trevor Engelson is working on a TV series about an American man whose ex marries a British prince

They dated for six years before marrying in Jamaica in 2011, with one guest describing the ceremony as “over very quickly, in about 15 minutes. Then everyone hit the dancefloor. It seemed they all just wanted to party”.

The wedding coincided with Meghan’s big break, as she landed the role of Rachel Zane on the hit TV show Suits. It seems that it was this change in fortunes that spelled the end of their relationship.

A source close to the couple was quoted in American magazine Woman’s Day as saying: “Meghan landed her role in Suits just a few months before they were married.

And despite being together for six years before getting hitched, things started to fall apart not long after the wedding. They really battled with long distances.

Trevor was based in LA while Meghan was in Toronto [where Suits is filmed], a five-hour flight away. It was a very difficult way to start married life.”

Just two years after their wedding the couple separated and their divorce was finalised in August 2013 – the official reason cited as “irreconcilable differences”.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced their engagement this week

Although it is understood to have been Meghan’s decision, Engelson has, to his credit, remained loyal to her, refusing to discuss either the breakdown of their marriage or her engagement to Prince Harry.

Meghan’s half-brother Thomas Markle Jr claimed “Hollywood” tore the couple apart. “He was a nice guy,” he said. “I’m not sure what happened with them.

“They were together for a few years but I’m not quite sure what their falling out was. I guess they just decided to go their separate ways. It’s a Hollywood thing I guess.”

As she briefly dated Canadian celebrity chef Cory Vitiello before meeting Harry at a drinks party in London’s exclusive Soho House club last year, Engelson embarked on a romance with Baywatch star Charlotte McKinney, and is now believed to be dating dietician Tracey Kurland.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will marry next year

And until now, it seems, he has kept any lingering regret, remorse or rancour about his ex-wife to himself, with a friend recently revealing: “The split with Meghan hit Trevor pretty hard.

“He went through a rough time during the break-up and that was only made worse when Meghan got together with Harry last year.

“He had to relive it all again – this time in public. It wasn’t the most amicable of divorces and there were hurt feelings on both sides.

“Now he has bounced back and things are looking great for him. He has a new woman and his career is going from strength to strength.”

But with his latest project set to draw parallels with the love triangle between himself, Meghan and Prince Harry, it seems that Trevor Engelson may not be quite ready to put the past behind him just yet. Or maybe it’s just that, as an experienced Hollywood producer, he knows a ratings smash when he sees one.