American talk show host Oprah Winfrey has told she was ‘surprised’ by all the bombshells dropped by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in the interview that went viral
Oprah Winfrey says she was ‘surprised’ by bombshells dropped in Meghan Markle interview
Oprah Winfrey has revealed she was left ‘surprised’ by Meghan Markle’s bombshell tell-all interview.
The American talk show host sat down to speak with the Duchess of Sussex, 39, and her husband Prince Harry, 36, about life as a royal, with Meghan making allegations of racism against the family and also opening up about her suicidal thoughts.
However the TV star claims it was ‘powerful’ as Harry and Meghan ‘wanted to be able to tell their story and tell it in such a way that allowed them to be as truthful as possible’.
Oprah revealed she had sent the couple a text before the interview, and from her understanding, they were going to share the ‘truth’.
Speaking about the interview on Nancy O’Dell’s Channel on talkshoplive, Oprah explained: “I had no idea that it would have the reverberating impact it has had and continues to have. I did a lot of preparation for that.”
Oprah Winfrey says she was ‘surprised’ by bombshells dropped in Meghan Markle interview
The author also admitted she was ‘surprised’ that Harry and Meghan were open during the interview – particularly around the former Suits actress’ comment that royal family members had ‘conversations with Harry about how dark [Archie’s] skin might be when he’s born’.
Oprah said: “I’m like, ‘What? You’re going there? You’re going all the way there’, about her thoughts at the time.
She understood they were going to share their truth, adding: “Whenever I’m doing interviews with anybody for anything that is significant, I have a conversation with them before.
Oprah was ‘shocked’ by some of the comments they made
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“I didn’t see Harry and Meghan before but I did text them and say intention is very important to me, tell me what your intention is, so that we can be aligned in our goal. And our shared intention was the truth. They wanted to be able to tell their story and tell it in such a way that allowed them to be as truthful as possible.”
She continued: “The reason why it was such a powerful interview — first of all, I know how to ask questions, and you [Nancy] know how to ask questions, we all know how to do our jobs, but what makes it powerful is when you have someone else who is willing to be as open, as vulnerable, as truthful, as they were.
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“So, I don’t give myself credit for that, I give myself credit for asking the questions, but the reason the interview was what it was, was because they answered the way they did.”
Oprah concluded: “It was really important to me that what we put out there in the world was put out at the time everyone could see it and that things didn’t leak, and things weren’t misconstrued before the actual interview happened.
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“So I remember when we finished doing the interview and that interview was 3 hours and 20 minutes I think, and I stood up and said to the crew, we all know what was said here, and how important it is to have the trust of the people who just shared that, and so I’m hoping you all will not go out into the world and share what has happened here. And nobody did.
“And so, as we were releasing clips to CBS, we were releasing them in such a way that whatever was being put out there could not be exploited. So a lot of time and effort and energy went into it on my part.”
Despite the original lawsuit being thrown out, Samantha Markle has amended court documents and is seeking damages from Meghan Markle.
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Meghan Markle is being sued for $75,000 by her half-sister over allegations made during her interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021.
Samantha Markle claims that her character was defamed and earnings were lost when Meghan claimed they didn’t have a relationship growing up, damaging Samantha’s credibility as an author.
Experts believe the defamation lawsuit is baseless and not grounded in factual evidence, warning Samantha that any new filings would likely fail.
The defamation lawsuit against Meghan Markle has received new life. Markle is now being sued for $75,000 by her half-sister over allegations Markle made during her interview with Oprah Winfrey.
The court documents allege that Markle’s 2021 interview with Winfrey defamed her half-sister. As a result of Markle claiming that she and Samantha Markle did not have a relationship growing up, the credibility that Samantha had in writing The Diary of Princess Pushy’s Sister Part 1, was irrevocably damaged.
When Markle claimed to have “grown up as an only child,” the amended lawsuit states that it dissuaded potential readers from purchasing Samantha’s book. Because of this, Samantha claims, per the court documents that her character was defamed and earnings were lost. As such, she is seeking $75,000 in damages.
Whoopi Goldberg isn’t here for Meghan Markle’s victim narrative.
The case is scheduled to be heard on November 4, 2024, with an anticipated trial timeline of five days.
Samantha Markle’s Previous Defamation Lawsuit Against Meghan Markle Was Thrown Out
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Samantha previously filed a lawsuit against Markle claiming that she was defamed when the Duchess stated that she felt like an “only child” growing up. In that suit, Samantha was also asking for $75,000 in damages. The claim was made during an interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021.
However, in March 2023, that case was thrown out. The judge stated that Markle was stating an “opinion.” As such, Markle’s claims could not be proven “false.”
“As a reasonable listener would understand it, defendant merely expresses an opinion about her childhood and her relationship with her half-siblings,” US District Judge Charlene Edwards Honeywell explained. “Thus, the court finds that defendant’s statement is not objectively verifiable or subject to empirical proof…. plaintiff cannot plausibly disprove defendant’s opinion of her own childhood.”
The judge further found that any damages that Samantha was seeking as a result of an interview Markle gave for the unauthorized biography, Finding Freedom could not be sought as Markle did not publish the “contents of the book.”
Experts Believe The Defamation Lawsuit Filed Against Meghan Markle Is Baseless
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When the original lawsuit was filed against Markle and Markle came out victorious when the defamation suit was thrown out, Samantha was warned that any new filings would fail. Despite the claims coming from an expert, Samantha dismissed the warning and went forward with the amended filing anyway.
Christopher Bouzy, an expert from the data analysis firm, Bot Sentinel, was interviewed for Harry & Meghan. At that time, he stated in his interview that the claims against Markle were “unfounded and not grounded in factual evidence.” Any claims that resemble them were baseless.
As a result of this claim, Samantha stated that Markle again defamed her via Bouzy believing that Bouzy was employed by Markle.
Bouzy then doubled down on his claims.
“We maintain that the claims in Samantha Markle’s complaint are unfounded and not grounded in factual evidence,” Bouzy explained.
There’s reason to believe that Harry and Meghan are only putting on a united front for the sake of their careers.
He went on to say, “To be clear, I would like to categorically state that Bot Sentinel does not have any financial relationship with Harry and Meghan, Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Neither the couple themselves nor any individual or entity affiliated with them has ever retained our services or engaged in any form of professional collaboration.”
Whether the lawsuit will make it to trial remains to be seen. But, according to reports, if the facts are not categorically different as stated in the original lawsuit, it is unclear how Samantha will come out victorious a second time around.
Thanks to her Podcast, Netflix deal and other ventures in the works, Meghan Markle is doing more than okay nowadays.
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Meghan Markle’s net worth spiked to $25 million after marrying into the royal family, thanks to a trust set up by Princess Diana for her son.
Harry and Meghan’s combined net worth took a hit after their deal with Spotify dissolved, resulting in a loss of $20 million.
The couple signed a partnership deal with Netflix in 2020 for an estimated $100 million, with potential earnings reaching $150 million depending on project success.
While Meghan Markle was already well-known in the entertainment industry for her role as Rachel Zane in the comedy-drama Suits, the now 42-year-old’s career reached new heights after settling down with Prince Harry, whom she first met through a mutual friend in July 2016.
Two years later and the couple tied the knot in a lavish wedding ceremony held at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle. But just months after tying the knot, Meghan felt targeted by the British press, which she believed was feeding the public with salacious and fabricated stories about her past life.
The mother of two was disturbed by online trolls who had branded her an opportunist because she chose to give up Frogmore Cottage (where she and Harry lived after their wedding), quit her position as a working royal, and move back to Los Angeles — with Harry, of course.
Harry and Meghan are no longer supporting King Charles III with their royal duties and have since relocated to Montecito, California. But just how much has Meghan made since leaving the UK?
Meghan apparently isn’t helping the situation between King Charles and Prince Harry, even though it’s become life or death.
Update February 2024: After parting ways with Spotify in 2023, Meghan Markle has found a new home for the podcast, ‘Archetypes’. That new home is Lemonada Media, the same platform on which Julia Louis-Dreyfus has her podcast, ‘Wiser Than Me with Juila Louis-Dreyfus’. Details of how much the deal is worth were not released. However, as part of the deal, Markle will be developing new content for Lemonada Media in conjunction with ‘Archetypes’. Any involvement Prince Harry will have in future projects was not disclosed.
Meghan Markle’s Net Worth
Going From Being Worth $5 Million To Being Worth $25 Million
Before Meghan was married to Prince Harry, she had a net worth of $5 million. This was thanks to her acting career and her lifestyle blog, The Tig. However, when she married into the royal family, that figure spiked to $25 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth as a result of a trust set up by Princess Diana for her son.
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Since getting married and inking several business deals together, the combined net worth of the two has grown to “$60 million.”
This amount could have been larger had their deal with Spotify not dissolved. Some reports state that the Sussexes suffered a loss of $20 million. Others state that they kept a portion of the money from the deal.
Regardless of how much they lost in the deal, the two appear to be doing fine and working on more business ventures to continue to grow their wealth as well as their presence in the entertainment world.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are slowly losing their credibility and reputation after multiple public humiliations.
As of February 2024, Markle signed a deal with Lemonada Media. While the terms of the deal were not disclosed, the platform will be the new home of Markle’s podcast, Archetypes as well as other content she is developing for Lemonada.
This will be sure to raise Markle’s net worth in the future. Just how much remains to be seen, though.
Meghan Markle’s Net Worth Skyrockets Thanks To Spotify
The Spotify Deal Was Reportedly Worth Over $40 Million
When Harry and Meghan first moved to Los Angeles, they were offered a beautiful multi-million dollar mansion by Hollywood mogul Tyler Perry before the couple purchased their first home in Montecito, California for a whopping $14.65 million in August 2020.
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That same month, it was revealed that the former actress and her hubby were looking to close on a lucrative business deal with Spotify which would see Harry and Meghan front their very own podcast with the streaming service.
It was reported the contract with Spotify was said to be worth close to $41 million for a multi-year deal.
“Meghan was the driving force behind it,” an insider explained. “The initial multi-year deal is worth in excess of £30million with a view to extending it within six months.”
It was further mentioned that once touring and live events returned following the coronavirus pandemic, Meghan and Harry could partake in live shows of their podcast for another hefty fee.
So, similar to paid public appearances, the couple could potentially end up taking their podcast on the road while earning more income from ticket sales.
“Live agents have been eyeing up Meghan and Harry’s new deal with great interest,” the insider said. “They have been inundated with offers about the possibility of touring the podcast when the time is right.”
Despite the original lawsuit being thrown out, Samantha Markle has amended court documents and is seeking damages from Meghan Markle.
They went on to say, “The idea would be that the events would be very intimate, with tickets going for a premium. All the cash would go to charity at the beginning. Meghan and Harry would record them in front of a small audience.
Spotify, who their podcast deal is with, has been investing heavily in the live space in the market and want to start taking podcasts out on the road. Meghan and Harry’s is not just hugely high profile but potentially hugely lucrative.”
Unfortunately, after just one podcast, Archetypes lasted just a season on Spotify and one Christmas special was released, the contract between the Sussexes and the streaming platform was terminated. This meant the money that Meghan and Prince Harry thought they would be getting over a several-year period was no longer to be. Estimates show that they lost minimally a portion of the $20 million in the deal.
Meghan Markle Signed A Lucrative Contract With Netflix
The Netflix Deal Was Worth An Estimated $100 Million
In September 2020, it was also revealed that Harry and Meghan had signed a partnership deal with Netflix to create original content for the media company for an estimated $100 million.
Other credible news outlets claim that the deal is much higher than that, claiming that the pair would actually earn $150 million, depending on the success of the projects they’re producing and creating for Netflix.
Fans of the royal family have been concerned about Meghan’s intentions to work with Netflix given that her and Harry’s ties with the Queen could be a conflict of interest.
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Many people don’t believe that Netflix is offering lucrative deals because of Harry’s interesting views, but more so because of his connection to Buckingham Palace. Others still wonder if Netflix will follow suit after Spotify dumped the duo. To date, it appears the Netflix deal is solid.
Sources insist that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex won’t have any involvement in other shows on the streaming service, such as The Crown — Harry and Meghan will only be focusing their attention on the content they are planning to bring to Netflix.
“The Sussexes were more concerned and consumed about their own image and ideas rather than what else was being screened on Netflix,” a source told The Sun.
“The subject of The Crown was brought up, but the service has always stood firm that they leave the editorial of that show to filmmakers Leftbank and show creator Peter Morgan and unless a legal matter, there is no interference.”
The source concluded, saying, “The Duke And Duchess did not fight over this, which may be seen by some as odd given the next time period the show will cover.”
A bizarre theory is gaining momentum that Kate is in a coma, but the palace just gave a telling update on her health.
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Speculation around Kate Middleton’s health led to a bizarre coma theory circulating on social media.
Buckingham Palace denied the coma rumors, confirming the Duchess of Wales is recovering well from surgery.
King Charles is also undergoing cancer treatment, prompting Prince Harry’s short visit to the UK.
It’s been weeks since Kate Middleton reportedly underwent abdominal surgery, with the royal family announcing she’d be stepping away from her royal duties temporarily. But with the duchess not spotted in public for weeks, a bizarre fan theory suggests Kate may actually be in a coma, or at least in poor health following her treatment.
The speculation has become so intense that it prompted a response from Buckingham Palace to clarify what’s actually going on with Kate.
Thanks to her Podcast, Netflix deal and other ventures in the works, Meghan Markle is doing more than okay nowadays.
Why Fans Believe Kate Could Be In A Coma
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The viral coma conspiracy theory surrounding the future queen began its circulation on social media following assertions by Spanish journalist Concha Calleja. The reporter claimed on a TV program that the life of the Princess of Wales was “in great danger” and that medical professionals had resorted to inducing a coma to save her.
Not only has Kate not been spotted for weeks, but fans further took is evidence that something was wrong after Prince William’s withdrawal from a significant public engagement due to an undisclosed “personal matter” on Tuesday.
What Buckingham Palace Says About Kate’s Condition
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With the theory not dying down, the Palace released a statement indirectly denying the allegations, saying, “Princess of Wales, who is recovering from abdominal surgery, continues to be doing well.”
Previously, a palace insider denied the claims , saying, “It’s total nonsense. No attempt was made by that journalist to fact-check anything that she said with anyone in the household. It’s fundamentally, totally made-up, and I’ll use polite English here: it’s absolutely not the case.”
Kate isn’t the only royal who’s seemingly in bad health, as the Palace announced earlier this year that King Charles is undergoing treatment for cancer.
“During The King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer,” the palace said.
Kate is stepping away from the spotlight to focus on her kids, much like her sister-in-law did a few years ago.
“His Majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties,” the press release went on. “Throughout this period, His Majesty will continue to undertake State business and official paperwork as usual.”
“The King is grateful to his medical team for their swift intervention, which was made possible thanks to his recent hospital procedure. He remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible,” Buckingham added. “His Majesty has chosen to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer.”
The revelation prompted a visit to the U.K. from his estranged son Prince Harry, who apparently only visited him for under an hour. Harry’s wife Meghan Markle has been notably silent about the King’s diagnosis since the news broke.
Amid an important crisis in the British Royal Family, a former Las Vegas dancer has come forward to make things even more difficult for Prince Harry.
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Prince Harry faces new scandal as former Las Vegas dancer threatens to expose compromising pictures of him.
Former stripper Carrie Royale claims to have explicit photos of Prince Harry, adding to the Royal Family’s troubles.
Senior royals, including Prince Harry, face turmoil amid King Charles’ cancer diagnosis and questions about the Princess of Wales’ well-being.
It’s been a challenging time for the Royals, both those actively on duty and those who have stepped away. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have not had much of a relationship, at least that the public knows, with the British Royal Family since they’ve stepped down from their official roles as Duke and Duchess of Sussex and moved to the US. The Prince has returned momentarily to the United Kingdom after King Charles’ cancer diagnosis, but it doesn’t mean he will return to his place in the family any time soon.
Prince William “doesn’t see a future” for Meghan and Harry in the Royal Family when he becomes King.
In the midst of an important crisis that has the world questioning the stability of the British Royal Family, a former Las Vegas dancer has come forward to make things even more difficult for the Duke of Sussex. She allegedly has some compromising photo of the Royal, and is not afraid to expose them.
Former Stripper Threatens Prince Harry With Explicit Pictures
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Prince Harry is now facing a new scandal, as the wild party days in his past are coming back to hunt him. In the past few years, he’s faced a lot of backlash for stepping down from his royal duties, and with Queen Elizabeth’s death and King Charles’ cancer diagnosis, his strained relationship with the Royal Family has come back into focus.
Now, a former stripper named Carrie Royale, who he reportedly met in Las Vegas in 2012, has made things all the more difficult for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex by threatening him publicly. She said she has in her possession several pictures of him in compromising situations, and might reveal them on her OnlyFans.
“I have some nice pictures of him in the buff,” she said. “These pictures have never been seen by the public. I have poolside pictures of before the night and shots of Harry in the buff. People will be shocked by them.”
This might sound like pure extortion, but she also seems to be doing it as some form of revenge. “I’m a little angry about being whitewashed from his book. I mean… wow. He missed a lot of things from that night.”
“I am surprised he remembers anyone’s name because he was pretty intoxicated,” she taunted, “but he could have talked about the few things that happened between us, he missed that completely.”
This Scandal Comes During A Period Of Crisis In The Royal Family
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The stability of the Royal Family is being heavily questioned by the public, and it has been for a few years now, pointedly since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle broke away from the family.
Queen Elizabeth’s death was always going to mean a period of transition, but with the new King being diagnosed with cancer less than two years into his reign, the senior royals have been facing difficulties.
Meghan apparently isn’t helping the situation between King Charles and Prince Harry, even though it’s become life or death.
The Prince and Princess of Wales have also become the talk of the town, with Kate Middleton’s whereabouts being heavily questioned on social media. According to the Palace, the Princess is recovering from a scheduled abdominal surgery and won’t be present at any official engagements until Easter, but the fact that she hasn’t been seen in public at all has caused concern and curiosity.
With Camilla, the Queen Consort, also taking a break from official duties, it seems most of the senior royals are unavailable, and now, with Prince Harry facing this embarrassing scandal, it seems Sussexes won’t be able to help the family at this moment of crisis.
The world was shocked when Prince Harry came up in the shocking lawsuit against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs.
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Prince Harry was named in Diddy’s lawsuit as an example of the people Diddy associated with.
Parties Diddy hosted at his home were claimed to include illegal activities and manipulation.
Cuba Gooding Jr. was accused of wrongdoing in the same lawsuit.
Ever since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle became a couple, the world has been fascinated by the pair. That fascination went into overdrive for many people and became an obsession after the couple gave up their royal duties. Since then, it seemed like royal watchers wanted to know everything they could about the controversial couple.
Similarly, people who’ve followed Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ music career want to know what anyone who knew or worked for the rapper has to say about him. With all that in mind, it makes sense that everyone wanted to understand why Prince Harry’s name came up in a scandalous lawsuit against Diddy.
This article will reveal why Prince Harry was named in the lawsuit against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. Then, the article will reveal what other celebrity was brought into Diddy’s lawsuit.
Prince Harry Is Named In A Lawsuit Against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs After Partying With The Rapper And Entrepreneur
On March 26th, 2024, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ life and legacy potentially took a huge turn. That is the day that federal law enforcement officers raided two of Diddy’s properties. While there was no way to immediately know why that action was taken, Diddy has been facing allegations that he committed many acts that would be illegal.
The very same deal, Yahoo! News reported that Prince Harry’s name was brought up in a lawsuit focused on the accusations Diddy is facing. To say that being linked to the Diddy controversy in the headlines the same day as the raids is a bad look is an understatement.
It is extremely important to note, however, that just because headlines look bad doesn’t necessarily mean anything. For that reason, observers need to learn why Prince Harry’s name came up in the Diddy lawsuit before making any assumptions.
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From the very start, it is of the utmost importance to state that the lawsuit Diddy is facing doesn’t accuse Prince Harry of any wrongdoing. Instead, Prince Harry’s name comes up in the lawsuit as an example of the people Diddy used his power to associate with.
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The fascinating thing about the following quote from the lawsuit is that Prince Harry is the only celebrity who gets mentioned by name.
“Mr Combs was known for throwing the ‘best’ parties. Affiliation with, and or sponsorship of Mr Combs’ s*x-trafficking parties garnered legitimacy and access to celebrities such as famous athletes, political figures, artists, musicians, and international dignitaries like British royal, Prince Harry.”
Despite multiple women making disturbing claims against the rapper, Diddy claims they’re all lies.
Given the controversy that Prince Harry’s uncle Prince Andrew was wrapped up in, being named in the lawsuit isn’t great. That said, according to people who’ve admitted to attending Diddy’s parties, it was possible to attend them and avoid any of the alleged darkness. As a result, even if Prince Harry partied with Diddy in the past, that doesn’t necessarily mean anything.
In March 2024, the rapper Uncle Luke admitted he used to have fun with Diddy “a lot” during an appearance on the “We in Miami” podcast. However, Uncle Luke clarified that when he went to Diddy’s infamous parties on a rare occasion, he’d leave early. Uncle Luke claimed that as a result, he didn’t know anything about the allegations.
“I would go to the party and leave early. I wasn’t invited to too many of those parties. I don’t know what goes on after hours, but I wasn’t trying to find out. You know, I know my place.”
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According to Jones’ lawsuit, Diddy’s parties would become extremely disturbing as the night progressed.
The lawsuit was filed against Diddy by a former producer who worked for him named Rodney Jones. If he prevails, Jones is seeking $30 million from the lawsuit which alleges a pattern of misbehavior from Diddy and people he associates with.
Jones claims to have lived and traveled with Diddy from September 2022 until November 2023. According to Jones, Combs threatened him, gave him substances without telling him, and harassed him. Jones claims to be able to collaborate his version of events with video recordings.
Prince Harry and Prince William’s relationship seems to be strained and the rumor about a joke about hair loss doesn’t make anything better.
Jones’ lawsuit also makes extensive claims about parties Diddy regularly held at his home.
Jones claims these parties were hedonistic and included a bevy of illegal activities, including some with underage people. Jones also claims that Diddy used manipulation and mind-altering substances to force people to commit intimate acts against their will.
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In response to Jones’ lawsuit, Diddy’s lawyer, Shawn Holley, denied the claims in a statement on behalf of his client.
“Lil Rod is nothing more than a liar who filed a $30 million lawsuit, shamelessly looking for an undeserved payday. His reckless name-dropping about events that are pure fiction and simply did not happen is nothing more than a transparent attempt to garner headlines.”
As of March 2024, Jones and Diddy’s claims and statements haven’t been tested in either a civil or criminal court.
The royal family was known for being historically tight-lipped about health issues until King Charles’ cancer diagnosis.
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King Charles III broke tradition by openly sharing his cancer diagnosis with the public for global understanding.
The late Queen Elizabeth II faced various health issues in her lifetime, from gastroenteritis to mobility concerns.
Princess Margaret’s struggles with mental health were dismissed by the royal family.
The British royal family has been notorious for being secretive about health issues within the household for ages. This history of secrecy loosely dates back to 1867 when British essayist Walter Bagehot stated that the monarchy would only continue to thrive due to the mystery that shrouds it. However, time evolved, and with it came King Charles III, whose reign has a more open-minded structure. On February 5, 2024, Buckingham Palace announced that the King had been diagnosed with a form of cancer.
However, not all royal members adopted his style. Following her abdominal surgery in 2023, Princess Kate disappeared from the public, causing heavy speculation among royal watchers like in past times. Despite the past secretive approach to serious illnesses within the royal family, the king is not the first member to have been diagnosed with cancer or other ailments. This article will delve into the British royal family’s struggle with health issues over the years, including their cancer troubles.
Health Issues The Royal Family Members Struggled With In The Past
Known as the longest-serving British Monarch, the late Queen Elizabeth II was notably of good health for most of her reign. However, she did experience some hospital emergencies and underwent a few surgeries. In 2013, the Queen was hospitalized and treated for what appeared to be bouts of gastroenteritis. Buckingham Palace revealed that she experienced symptoms of the ailment but was said to be in “good spirits.” In October 2021, the late monarch was admitted to King Edward VII Hospital after canceling a planned trip to Northern Ireland. According to spokespeople, the Queen was on bedrest as advised by her doctors.
However, Buckingham Palace continued to fly the Royal Standard, signifying that she was within the residence. This later caused some confusion as the public wondered what exactly happened to her. A few months before her demise in 2022, Queen Elizabeth II drew the public’s concern when she experienced difficulty with mobility and was notably absent at the State Opening of Parliament.
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Prince Philip, who was the Duke of Edinburgh and Queen Elizabeth’s lifelong partner, suffered a pre-existing heartcondition months before he passed away at 99 in 2021. In his lifetime, the Duke encountered different health emergencies, including a bladder infection that left him confined to the hospital bed for several days. Due to this, he missed the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations. He also suffered a heart-related emergency in 2011 as he was rushed to the hospital from Sandringham. The prince had reportedly complained about chest pains. On getting to the hospital, Philip was treated for a blocked coronary artery.
Prince William “doesn’t see a future” for Meghan and Harry in the Royal Family when he becomes King.
The Queen’s younger sister, Princess Margaret, struggled with her mental health throughout her lifetime, and it appeared this was mostly swept under the carpet. According to the royal biographer Andrew Morton, Queen Elizabeth II once dismissed Margaret’s mental health struggles and ruled them as mere tantrums. The Queen’s sister also suffered several strokes and a severe burn to her feet, which impacted her mobility. According to the Washington Post, Morton wrote about the royal family:
“They lived in a world where illness was dealt with by going for a long walk, and mental illness was ignored altogether.”
In December 2023, Kate, the Princess of Wales, was scheduled for abdominal surgery, and while this was announced in the news, the details surrounding her ailment were kept private. The Princess was not expected to return to public duty until after Easter in 2024. Months after the surgery, the public began to speculate on why she became significantly absent in the celebrity space. This further led to a major Photoshop fail as the royal institution tried to respond to fans. However, Kensington Palace revealed she was “making good progress” regarding her health.Kate’s legal name starts with a “C,” but there’s a specific reason the shortened version doesn’t have the same starting letter.
Amid the coronavirus pandemic, several royal members reportedly came down with the ailment. The effects of the virus ranged from mild to severe among them. The British royal family members who tested positive for coronavirus include:
Prince William King Charles Sophie, Countess of Wessex Charles Spencer (Late Princess Diana’s brother)
Royal Members Diagnosed With Cancer Before King Charles III
King Charles’ cancer diagnosis left many royal members and fans worried, but the Buckingham Palace team assured the public that the monarch was undergoing ample treatment. The King’s willingness to share his health update with the public was in “the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer.”
This revelation doubled as one of the rare times when a British monarch was open about a serious health issue. In older times, the public was oblivious to the severe health conditions of paramount rulers.
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This happened during the time of King George VI, the father of Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret. The King was a heavy smoker during his lifetime, and it resulted in several health issues related to his lungs. The late king’s health issues started in 1948 after bouts of pain in his legs. His health problems were initially ruled out as arteriosclerosis. King George underwent surgery one year later, and this time, doctors noticed a growth in his lung.
King George was operated on a second time, and his left lung was removed. He wasn’t notified of his condition; neither was the public. However, at the time of his death, it was believed that he suffered from lung cancer. The official statement at the time of his death in 1952 read that the king’s cause of death was coronary thrombosis. The late king’s older brother, Edward VIII, who abdicated the throne in 1939, was also a chain smoker who suffered a similar fate. He died in 1972 after a battle with throat cancer.
Sarah, the Duchess of York, who was married to King Charles III’s brother, Prince Andrew, was diagnosed with skin cancer in 2024. Leading up to this, the Duchess battled breast cancer. She was six months cancer-free when the second diagnosis was announced. A spokesperson for the public figure revealed that she was choosing to stay positive through it all.
Kate Middleton and Prince William are reported to have a growing sense of frustration as they are unable to stop the conspiracy theories.
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The constant scrutiny of Kate Middleton’s health has led to fan theories and speculation, causing frustration for the royal family.
Rumors of Middleton’s health and William’s alleged affair have been challenging for the family to navigate in the media.
Recent footage of Middleton at a farmer’s market has sparked suspicion and online theories about her well-being, adding to the ongoing scrutiny.
Following her abdominal surgery, Kate Middleton’s health has been intensely scrutinized. Her recovery has been shrouded in secrecy, and while she deserves to be able to recover away from the limelight, a series of decisions (including her edited Mother’s Day photo) have made fans suspicious and given rise to new theories about her well-being.
Prince Harry has reportedly been riddled with concern for the royal couple, particularly the Princess of Wales.
While fan conspiracy theories have been created out of concern and genuine love for the Royal, the constant chatter has taken its toll. Royal expert Katie Nicholl commented on how Middleton and her husband, Prince William, are handling the attention in an interview with ET. “Well, I know from the sources that I’ve spoken to that both William and Kate have been pretty shocked and genuinely surprised by the wild rumors that are circulating on the internet,” she said.
What Does Kate Middleton Think About Concern For Her Health?
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Nicholl also commented on how William was unhappy with what was said about his wife in the media. “I think there’s a sense of frustration, possibly even anger, certainly on William’s part,” she said. “I think the suggestions that [Kate’s] had, well, anything as crazy as a bad haircut that she’s needed to grow out to cosmetic surgery that’s gone wrong or people speculating that possibly she’s in a coma, I think that has made the Prince of Wales frustrated, upset and pretty angry as well.”
This reaction from William is entirely justified because it would be challenging to read reports about his family daily. The couple have also been unable to dispel them, and the Photoshopped picture posted on social media caused some to lose trust in the Royals. “It’s been difficult for them. I think they’re trying to ignore as much as they can. But, of course, this is a couple who have had to embrace social media,” Nicoll continued.
It is not just reports of Middleton’s health that the family has had to contend with, but also rumors about William’s alleged affair with Lady Rose Hanbury (despite her coming forward to deny the claims). To say it has been a tough time for the family would be an accurate stat. Until Middleton can resume her Royal duties, it’s unlikely the media attention and fan theories will end.
Is Kate Middleton Healthy Again?
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Recent footage of Middleton visiting a Windsor farm shop has been met with suspicion. There are many theories online about how the woman in the video is not Middleton. Still, some feel relieved to have finally had a sighting of her where she looks happy and healthy — but was it too soon after she appeared sickly?
People on social media are accusing the royals of turning on Kate Middleton and giving her the “Diana Treatment.”
According to TMZ, Piers Morgan claims a source close to Middleton had said she appeared much thinner and poorly than in the Mother’s Day photo, released just days after. No further information was revealed, but the outlet teased an upcoming documentary with Morgan titled TMZ Investigates: Where is Kate Middleton?, which will be aired on FOX.
Princess Kate Middleton has done things a little differently when it comes to her biggest controversies.
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Princess Kate Middleton revealed her cancer diagnosis after undergoing surgery.
Middleton has dealt with numerous health issues in different ways than her family has.
Middleton addressed a photoshopped image controversy, facing the issue head-on unlike other royals.
When it comes to the British Royal family, privacy is of paramount importance. While some of their personal health battles have been made known to the public, much has been shrouded in secrecy. On top of this, revelations about their medical history as well as the extent of their personal scandals tend to arise either against their will or in the years following their passing. But Princess Kate Middleton seems to be altering this narrative in a way that both honors the history of the family and brings it into a new era.
In this article, we will delve into Princess Kate Middleton’s 2024 cancer diagnosis and her other pubic scandals and how they differ from the ones of other members of her family, such as Meghan Markle, Queen Elizabeth II, and Princess Diana.
How And Why Princess Kate Middleton Revealed Her Cancer Diagnosis
The British Royal family has faced numerous health issues over the years and has been extremely secretive about it. Queen Elizabeth II, for example, had dealt with mobility issues she chose not to address with her adoring fans. The same was true for her husband, Prince Phillip, who dealt with heart-related conditions as well as infections. Then there’s the mental health struggles of Princess Margaret which were largely kept a secret.
The Royal family’s relationship with sharing health information with the public really started to change when King Charles III was crowned. In February 2024, it was announced that he had been diagnosed with cancer. However, Buckingham Palace failed to provide the details. The same was true for Princess Kate Middleton on March 22nd, 2024 when she revealed that she too had been diagnosed with cancer. However, the Princess’ striking revelation followed a lengthy withdrawal from the public eye. While news of an abdominal surgery was made public, everything else was shrouded in secrecy. This caused numerous conspiracy theories to arise, including one that suggested Prince William was having an affair.
The type of abdominal surgery Kate Middleton had is not yet public Kate Middleton announced she was undergoing chemotherapy The type of cancer Kate Middleton has is not yet made public
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When The Princess finally broke the silence about her cancer diagnosis, she went into detail about how she wanted to wait to tell her children first. In a rare and candid moment, a member of the Royal family was honest about her health journey. And despite endless rumors about what was happening, Kate Middleton chose to do this on her own time. The Daily Mail even called her “emotional” revelatory video “unprecedented”.
People on social media are accusing the royals of turning on Kate Middleton and giving her the “Diana Treatment.”
In a video explaining her struggle, Middleton said the following:
“This of course came as a huge shock, and William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family.”
This marked a striking difference between how many in her family have dealt with such issues. This includes her sister-in-law, Meghan Markle, who, alongside her husband has been criticized for profiting off of the Royal scandals they’ve been embroiled in. That would certainly help explain why Markle’s net worth is so high after leaving the family.
However, as of this writing, Prince Kate Middleton’s cancer story is ongoing. Therefore, much can still be revealed.
Inside Kate Middleton’s Photoshop Scandal
Before Princess Kate Middleton’s cancer diagnosis revelation, she was embroiled in a controversy regarding a doctored photo of her and her children. This occurred on Britian’s Mother’s Day in March 2024. It was also during the time when Princess Kate hadn’t been seen publicly in months and there were serious concerns as to her whereabouts. According to The New York Times, image retouching experts quickly figured out that there were numerous issues with a photo the Royal family posted of Middleton with her three children. Even the Associated Press claimed they could not use the image in their publication as it appeared to have been digitally altered.
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Numerous publications believed that the image had been altered to make Princess Kate look healthier, as unconfirmed rumors of her health were swirling. This wasn’t the first time Buckingham Palace posted an image on social media that was digitally altered. According to Town and Country,
Sources claimed that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had mocked Kate Middleton for the edited photo, but the Duke and Duchess deny it.
It was later revealed to be doctored in order to replace an image of Middleton with one of her looking healthier. According to Town and Country, the image of Queen Elizabeth II with her many grandchildren on her 97th birthday was touched up in editing. The same was allegedly true of images that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle posted, specifically of the 2019 christening of their son Archie. The photographer denied this to be true, but that didn’t squash rumors.
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In either case, neither Queen Elizabeth II nor Prince Harry and Meghan Markle addressed the issue head-on. But Princess Kate Middleton did. Following the reveal that she had doctored the Mother’s Day image of her and her children, the royal said the following:
“Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing. I wanted to express my apologies for any confusion the family photograph we shared yesterday caused. I hope everyone celebrating had a very happy Mother’s Day.”
Inside Kate Middleton’s Notrious Health Issues And Forgotten Image Scandal
In 2021, Princess Kate Middleton was hit was a nude photo scandal. La Provence, a French magazine, published long-lens photos of the Princess enjoying a private holiday with her husband. The incident was reminiscent of a similar scandal involving Prince Williams’s late and beloved mother, Princess Diana. Although, Princess Diana famously laughed off her own sunbathing photo scandal. Contrarily, Princess Kate and Prince Williams full-on sued. The French newspaper was forced to remove the photos but they still exist online due to the persistence of other publications.
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Although Kate Middleton decided to go public with her cancer diagnosis in March 2024, she was incredibly secretive about it beforehand. This was in contrast to her issues with hyperemesis gravidarum while pregnant with Prince George in 2012, with Princess Charlotte in 2014, and with Prince Louis in 2018.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, hyperemesis gravidarum is an extreme form of morning sickness that sometimes requires hospitalization.
Kate’s uncle is the newest addition to Celebrity Big Brother, which comes amid the duchess’ health scare.
According to The Daily Mail, Princess Kate Middleton was extremely open about her multiple hospitalizations during the pregnancies of her three children. All of which happened during the first trimesters. Unlike women in the Royal family in years prior, Middleton was exceedingly honest about her experience with pregnancy and how it can be extremely cumbersome and medically complicated. She also explained how she used meditation and deep breathing to help her through her experience.
Beyoncé Knowles-Carter may actually be royalty through an ancestral family link to the British Royal Family. A distant connection to Queen Elizabeth II.
Like Queen B, the iconic Henry II influenced England and France. Both possess the Midas touch in terms of success and prosperity in their respective reigns.
Beyoncé has roots in Creole heritage, symbolized by a mix of African, Native American, Irish backgrounds tracing back to Texas and Louisiana cultures.
If you ask any dedicated Beyoncé fan, they will unequivocally tell you that she is royalty. And now, an ancestral connection appears to suggest that it is not just hyperbole, the legendary musician might just have some noble blood coursing through her veins.
Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has shown her ordinary side from time to time, such as when she openly admitted that being blamed for the break-up of Destiny’s Child led her to depression. For the most part, however, she has maintained an almost god-like status, especially among her loyal following.
When star power meets tech power like Jack Dorsey, the rules of Twitter may not be the same for everyone including Beyoncé and Jay-Z.
The Lemonade singer has achieved this not just through her iconic music portfolio, but also through multiple million-dollar businesses owned between her and husband Jay-Z. Beyond all that, however, an ancestral family link might just prove that she has connections to the actual British Royal Family.
Beyoncé Is Reportedly A Far Cousin To Queen Elizabeth II
According to a link first uncovered by CBS News, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is reportedly a distant relative of Queen Elizabeth II. This remarkable connection traces back to a common ancestor, Henry II of England, making Beyoncé the 25th cousin once removed of the more recent British monarch. The discovery of this fascinating connection was also made possible through the ancestry website Geni, which traced the lineage back to Beyoncé’s mother, Tina Knowles-Lawson.
Known for his expansive reign over the Angevin Empire, Henry II controlled not just England, but also large swathes of France, Wales, Ireland, and had influence over Scotland and Brittany. His era of prosperity is mirrored in the success Beyoncé has achieved in her career.
The Royal family has restrictions on what they can eat, for more than one reason.
Much like Queen B, Henry II’s reign was marked by significant expansion and wealth. Just as his touch seemed to turn everything to gold, Beyoncé has transformed her music, businesses, and personal brand into a global empire. Where his kingdom collapsed under the rule of his son, John, Bey’s efforts to cement her legacy are evident in her mentorship of her firstborn daughter, Blue Ivy Carter.
Beyonce Also Has Links To Creole Heritage
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As well as having connections to the British Royal Family, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter also has ties to a rich Creole heritage, a vibrant culture that emerges from the intermingling of French, African, and Caribbean influences.
According to Kreol Magazine, Creole culture encompasses a variety of languages and unique traditions. It is especially prominent in Louisiana, USA, where New Orleans boasts a significant Creole population.
Beyoncé’s familial roots in this culture are also embedded through her mother, Tina Knowles-Lawson. Tina was born in Galveston, Texas, and her ancestry includes a mix of African, Native American, and Irish backgrounds. On the other side, Beyoncé’s father, Mathew Knowles, contributes African-American heritage from Houston, Texas, to the family lineage.
Nixon has been asking his mom why Beyoncè “doesn’t love” him.
An interesting figure in Beyoncé’s Creole ancestry is Joseph Broussard, a notable leader of the Acadians in Canada. Broussard resisted British rule before relocating his community to southern Louisiana in 1765. His leadership and legacy are integral to the establishment of the Cajun way of life in Louisiana, a culture that continues to thrive to date.
Which Other Hollywood Stars Have Links To Royal Blood?
In another intriguing look into the genealogical connections between celebrities and royalty, a CBS report from 2012 named Hilary Duff as America’s “most royal” celebrity, based on research from FindMyPast.com. The site identified Duff’s closest royal ancestor as Alexander Spotswood, a British Army officer and the Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, who also happened to be the 10th great-grandson of Edward III.
Duff was revealed to be the 18th cousin of Queen Elizabeth II, a connection further enriched by her descent from Catherine Car, who some historians believe was the illegitimate daughter of Henry VIII.
Duff’s claim to royal connections placed her ahead of other celebrities with noble lineage, including actress Brooke Shields, who is the queen’s 18th cousin once removed. Shields is said to share a lineage that traces back to King Henry IV of France and John of Gaunt, the 1st Duke of Lancaster.
Following Duff and Shields in the royal rankings are actor-siblings Maggie and Jake Gyllenhaal, who are the queen’s 19th cousins. This list of celebrities with royal ties also features names like Paris Hilton, Brad Pitt, Alec Baldwin, Ellen DeGeneres, and of course, Beyoncé herself.
