Meghan Markle and Prince Harry snubbed members of the Royal Family as celebs attended Princess Lilibet’s third birthday bash.

Meghan Markle wanted to ‘avoid potential drama’ (Image: Getty)

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle didn’t invite the Royal Family to their daughter’s birthday party so they could “avoid potential drama”, according to an expert.

Princess Lilibet celebrated her third birthday on Tuesday, with her parents hosting a special birthday bash over the weekend. The party was reportedly attended by celebrities including Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom, but the royals didn’t make an appearance.

Royal author Tom Quinn said the Sussexes failed to send out invitations to the Royal Family and now relationship expert Louella Alderson has suggested why.

Speaking to The Mirror, she said: “Given the tensions between the Royal Family and Harry and Meghan, it’s not surprising that they chose to celebrate Princess Lilibet’s birthday privately with their own close circle of friends and family.”

 

Princess Lilibet turned three earlier this week (Image: Netflix)

She added: “Their decision to exclude the Royal Family from the celebration could suggest that there is still unresolved tension or distance between them.

“It’s also possible that Harry and Meghan wanted to have a more intimate and personal celebration for their daughter’s first birthday without any outside interference or potential drama.

“They may have felt that celebrating with just their closest loved ones would create a more relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone involved.”

Louella said there still seems to be tension between the Sussexes and the Royal Family, adding: “It seems that the relationships between Harry and Meghan and the Royal Family are still strained. Princess Kate and King Charles’ illnesses don’t seem to have opened any communication channels as of yet.”

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry (Image: Harpo Productions/Joe Pugliese )

Louella continued: “However, it’s important to remember that family dynamics and relationships are complex and can take time to heal. It’s possible that Harry and Meghan are still working through their feelings towards the Royal Family and may eventually choose to involve them in future celebrations or events once they have had more time to heal.”

Sharing what happened at Lilibet’s birthday bash, royal expert Tom Quinn said: “Rather than go for a low-key celebration Harry and Meghan have spent the past weekend enjoying a pre-birthday bash for their daughter Lillibet’s third birthday – hugely expensive presents have been ruled out but the couple’s mansion in California was awash with celebrities including Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom and their daughter Daisy who is just a few months older than Lilibet.”

He added that it was “shocking” that no invitiation were issuesd to members of the Royal Family, with one of Harry’s army friends reportedly saying: “Harry knew they wouldn’t come anyway and he was pretty sure he would not have wanted them there.

“But he is really sad that Archie and Lilibet cannot have any kind of relationship with their cousins while his feud with his family continues.”

 

Meghan Markle and Victoria Beckham used to be close but not there is one thing David Beckham’s wife can’t wait to see, according to a brand expert

Meghan Markle’s lifestyle business flop would be the “ultimate revenge” for Victoria Beckham amid the duo’s ongoing ‘frosty’ relationship, a brand expert has claimed.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have enjoyed a close relationship with David and Victoria in general but in the last few years, their bond has become somewhat strained.

It has been reported that one of the reasons behind the rift was that Harry allegedly Victoria of leaking stories to the press, which left her husband David “furious”.

Meanwhile, this year saw Meghan soft launching her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, with some experts warning the business could flop, which would be the “ultimate” satisfaction to Victoria.

Brand expert and Director at Borne Media, Denise Palmer-Davies, told the Sun: “It is a difficult market to crack – even Victoria has had her obstacles – as it is so saturated.

Meghan Markle and Victoria Beckham are not that close anymore (Image: Getty)

“But given their fallout, the sceptic in me wonders if she’d be secretly pleased if it did backfire.

“That would be the ultimate revenge wouldn’t it?”

It comes as the Beckhams’ docuseries – released last October – was crowned the most-watched on Netflix in 2023, gathering a total of 208.5million hours watched.

However, Harry and Meghan’s docuseries – released in 2022 – on the same platform only managed to gather 72.9million hours watched during the same year.

Victoria and David Beckham attending the Sussexes’s wedding in 2018 (Image: Getty)
 

Now it’s been noted that while show views generally decline over time, the Sussexes’s slump could also be down to how the pair acted in it.

Some viewers had called the couple “whiny”, while others slammed Meghan for “mocking” her first curtsy to the late Queen Elizabeth.

Meanwhile, the Beckhams were praised for being honest in the show regarding his career, while his family life scenes are still going viral on social media.

 

Meghan Markle launched her lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard in March but little has been revealed about it so far.

Meghan Markle has reportedly been struggling to find a chef to work alongside her on new company American Riviera Orchard, with one royal commentator suggesting she is now at a “stalemate”.

The Duchess of Sussex launched her lifestyle brand earlier this year, and although it now has its own Instagram page, very few details about the business have been made public.

It is understood that American Riviera Orchard will sell a range of items relating to lifestyle and homeware, such as crockery, pet products and cooking paraphernalia, with Meghan also said to be working on a new Netflix cooking show to tie in with the launch.

In April, the Duchess sent out 50 individually customised jars of strawberry jam to friends and social media influencers but there has been little information so far on any new products.

Royal Family expert Angela Levin told GBN America: “She is very upset about what is happening with this American Orchard Rivera. She is not happy about how it has been received. The jam was a bit of a laughing stock, she sent it off to about fifty friends and only a few replied.

Meghan Markle launched her brand American Riviera Orchard (Image: Getty)

“Everyone said that she is in a jam. It is not moving forward. She has had a lot of trouble finding a CEO to run it for her and she is having a lot of trouble finding a chef.

“Some of them have gone along to see how it is but they say she is so meticulous about everything.

“She’s so demanding and they don’t really want that. These are chefs who have good jobs, and they’re not people who are learning.

“So it’s a bit of a stalemate, but she has got 150 things on her link, and she’s applied for a global patent.”

The Duchess is said to be looking for a chef (Image: Getty)

Ms Levin also addressed the vast range of products Meghan was hoping to sell and how difficult it would actually be to get the business up and running.

She continued: “Some of the things [she will be selling] are fabric gift wraps, cocktail napkins, meditation maps, pillows for household pets, a whole range of things from A to Z.

“We’ll have to see how she gets on. I think she’s she’s finding it much more difficult than she thought. I think she thought she would sail in and everybody would think it was wonderful, but actually it’s jolly hard work.”

One PR expert explained to Express.co.uk how Meghan could score a big win if she made her strawberry jam available to the masses, given she sourced it “in Montecito and lovingly made it by hand”.

 

The Duchess has been supported by her husband Prince Harry (Image: Getty)

Megan Boyle, head of digital PR at TAL Agency, said: “Given the limited numbers and Meghan handing out the jars herself, it’s highly likely that Meghan sourced the jam in Montecito and produced it by hand, to make the recipients feel special and considered.

“This approach shows Meghan is firmly putting the focus on her brand, and the ARO [American Riviera Orchard] lifestyle, rather than it being her own personal brand.

“The whole premise of ARO is to highlight the exceptional quality and products that have been lovingly handmade. Not only does it get the brand out there but it also keeps it in line with the homely aesthetic she’s striving for.”

 

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s visit to Nigeria appeared to contradict a path originally being carved out by the Duke of Sussex, according to a royal commentator.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle fought tooth and nail to detach from the Royal Family and now they’re fighting just as hard to be seen as royals, according to commentators.

Prior to moving to the US in 2020, the Sussexes met with members of the Royal Family at Sandringham House to discuss their roles as senior working royals and unsuccessfully tried to negotiate their way into the fold part-time — half in, half out.

Jane Barr wrote about the perceived change of heart in the latest instalment of her From Berkshire to Buckingham newsletter, describing how Harry and Meghan embraced their quiet suburban life in Montecito, California, apple orchard and all, but then returned to “playing royals.”

Ms Barr said: “Ironically, Harry clung to his ‘I am not a royal’ act for about a year, and then the couple did an about face and went back to being as royal as they possibly could be.”

Referring to their three-day trip to Nigeria this past May, she added: “This tour being the latest and greatest of those efforts.”

The trip was meant to promote the Invictus Games with Nigeria considering being a host nation (Image: Getty)

Harry and Meghan are members of the Royal Family and retain their royal titles, though they do not carry out senior duties.

When making visits to foreign countries, Harry and Meghan are traveling as private citizens, and do not represent the monarchy, though commentators say these trips bear the markers of royal ceremony.

Ms Barr continued: “I expected this tour to feel very much like a royal one, but I did not expect it to straight up be a royal tour untethered from any relationship to the monarchy.”

The Kardashian family matriarch Kris Jenner is reportedly looking to join forces with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in a powerful collaboration with the former Royals

Kris is hoping to join forces with Meghan

Kris Jenner is holding talks to have Meghan Markle appear on The Kardashians according to new reports.

The Kardashian family matriarch is apparently set on getting Meghan and husband Prince Harry to star on the hit Hulu show and has been having behind-the-scenes conversations about how to make it happen. Kris has been keen on the appearance happening since Harry and Meghan moved to the celebrity filled neighbourhood of Montecito, California.

A source has now told Bella Magazine about Kris’ plans to collaborate with the couple in an ultimate power move. They said: “It’s no coincidence that the Kardashians all move in the same circles as Meghan’s new circle. It’s just a slam dunk for the two families to team up, but Kris doesn’t want to push too aggressively, too soon.

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“Even if it’s just a cameo, that’s a huge win for Kris, the business side is now in motion and looking very lucrative.” However, the talks are allegedly “still in the early stages” with Kris reportedly keen on “bedding them into her family’s inner circle”.

The source also claimed Kris has been “assured” by Meghan and Harry’s team that there is “no issue in principle” with the couple appearing on an episode of The Kardashians. “Even if it’s just a cameo, that’s a huge win for Kris, the business side is now in motion and looking very lucrative,” they added.

Meghan and Harry have been slowly becoming more immersed in life in Hollywood since they exited their roles in the Royal family. Last month Meghan and Harry and Meghan’s mum Doria Ragland were seen rubbing shoulders with famous faces including Kerry Washington and Kelly Rowland at Beyoncé’s concert.

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The couple were recently seen rubbing shoulders with TV royalty Oprah Winfrey as they attended a star-studded charity event hosted by Kevin Costner. Harry and Meghan even stopped for a selfie with Katy Perry’s parents at the actor’s One805 Live! charity event. Doria meanwhile was seen chatting to Kris and daughter Kim Kardashian at a star studded bash earlier in the summer.

Fans meanwhile continue to speculate over Meghan’s return to social media after an Instagram account popped up earlier this year with the name @meghan and a profile picture of a simple flower. Meghan has also hinted at a return to social media but it is yet to become official. Meanwhile her signing to LA agency WME has created further speculation over her return to a more public lifestyle.

Inside Lilibet’s lavish 3rd birthday with cake made by Meghan, ‘plastic-free’ gifts & toy from Charles, expert claims

PRINCESS Lilibet turns three today and is likely to be celebrating in California surrounded by family and A-listers.

The Sun spoke exclusively to royal commentator Ingrid Seward about how Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could be celebrating their youngest child’s birthday.

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Princess Lilibet may enjoy a party surrounded by celebrity kidsCredit: Alexi Lubomirski

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Meghan and Harry could celebrate the day at a private play centreCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk

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Princess Lilibet is celebrating her third birthday todayCredit: PA
Ingrid shared: “I think she [Lilibet] probably does lead quite an extravagant life because they live in one of the most expensive areas of California, they’re surrounded by movie stars and celebrities and people that have a lot of money and can afford to live an extravagant lifestyle.

“I’m not saying that they would be ostentatious, but I think it would be quietly very extravagant.”

Despite Lilibet’s privileged social circle, royal expert Tom Quinn that the Sussexes prefer a more down-to-earth lifestyle for their kids.

He previously told the Mirror: “Meghan loves homemade gifts and dislikes extravagant expensive presents”.

Here’s how the royal three-year-old may be ringing in her birthday…

A-LIST PARTY

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex kicked off their daughter’s pre-birthday celebrations on Sunday by hosting a party at their £12million Montecito home with close friends and family, according to Page Six.

But they could celebrate out the house too.

The royal expert shared: “I think they probably would arrange a party outside of their house, and they probably get a whole group of kids and take them somewhere so it’s a bit different.

“Of course they’ve got a lot of very high profile celebrity friends with young children.

“So it would be I’m sure it’s quite competitive about who could give the most glamorous extravagant party, but I think Harry and Megan probably will play it down a bit.

Sun Royal Photographer slams Harry and Meghan as row erupts over daughter being named Lilibet
“I’m sure that they would organise some sort of themed party but I don’t think it would necessarily be at their house.

“They would take them somewhere maybe to a play centre or private play centre and because you know, kids at that age, they just love romping around and rolling about and just having fun.”

 

 

Celeb pals who live “just down the road”  include Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry and their daughter Daisy.

Harry revealed Orlando had given him the heads up about a photographer and that they keep in touch via text, making it easy for them to set up a play date in the future.

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex hosted a pre-birthday soiree at their £12million Montecito home on Sunday, according to Page SixCredit: Google Earth

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Meghan’s mum Doria Ragland is likely to help with games on Lilibet’s birthdayCredit: Getty

GRANDMA ON GAMES

Meghan’s mum Doria Ragland is likely to play a starring role at the party, according to the royal expert.

She shared of the former yoga instructor: “Doria will be involved as she is also the only grandparent they know.

“She is pretty active so will probably be involved in organising games or at least directing whoever is organising.”

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The Sussexes are said to not favour ‘plastic’ gifts for their kidsCredit: Netflix

PLASTIC-FREE GIFTS

Ingrid, who is editor-in-chief of Majesty Magazine, shared how Meghan and Harry “don’t like anything plastic.”

She said: “There’s a big movement amongst young parents – no plastics.

“We know that Meghan and Harry don’t approve of plastic presents but kids love them.

“They love the brighter, the shinier, the better but I don’t think we’ll see Princess Lilibet getting into one of those sort of plastic push cars or things like that.

“I don’t know what she’ll be allowed, but I’m sure they’re quite fussy.”

BILLIONAIRE GODFATHER

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Billionaire Tyler Perry was named as one of Lilibet’s godfather after growing close to Harry and MeghanCredit: Getty
Lillibet has a world-famous filmmaker as a godparent in Tyler Perry, so could be spoiled by the star.

Madea actor Tyler, worth an estimated $1billion, grew close to Harry and Meghan after he reached out to the duchess following news of her estrangement from her dad Thomas Markle.

In their self-titled Netflix docuseries, Tyler recalled when the couple asked him to be Lilibet’s godfather.

He said: “I had to take a minute to take that in. And I thought, ‘I’d be honoured. I’d absolutely be honoured’.”

CAKE FROM MEGHAN

Lilibet will likely receive a tasty cake from her parents for her third birthday milestone, claimed the expert.

Ingrid shared: “I am sure Meghan will have made a gluten-free cake as that is what she loves to do.”

DELIVERY FROM KING CHARLES

When your grandad is the King, you are likely to be sent a rather exciting gift.

Ingrid added: “Charles and Camilla will certainly send or have sent gifts.

“Camilla will have organised it as she has her own grandchildren albeit older and loves small children and their likes and dislikes.

“As for Meghan – she and Harry will give a joint gift as she is only three – possibly a small animal such as a bunny and the current non plastic toy or doll that she might particularly want.”

Inside Princess Lilibet’s £980k jewellery collection

THE daughter of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry is set to receive a staggering £980,000 worth of jewellery from the Duchess of Sussex in years to come.

Glamorous Meghan, 42, has an enviable collection of designer watches and jewellery heirlooms that are expected to be given to the young princess.

Around £650,000 of the items have come from Princess Diana’s precious collection, while others were purchased by the Suits star.

Meanwhile, Meghan’s jewels also include her glittering wedding day jewellery and lavish gifts from Prince Harry.

We shared the collection that’s worth nearly £1million that Lilibet could receive.

WITHOUT KEY FAMILY

While they are likely to send a gift, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s daughter Lilibet has barely met her UK family, including her grandfather.

Royal author Phil Dampier said the birthday celebrations are tinged with an “underlying sadness” due to the “rift” that divides the family.

Speaking on The Sun’s Royal Exclusive show, he shared: “It is amazing that she’s already three but there is this underlying sadness of course because of the rift that the King is not seeing his grandchildren.

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Royal author Phil Dampier said it is ‘so sad’ King Charles has barely met his grandkidsCredit: Reuters

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Meghan’s dad Thomas Markle reportedly hasn’t met Prince Harry or Archie and LilibetCredit: Channel 5 / Thomas Markle: My Story
“I think he’s only met Lilibet possibly once and Archie only a couple of times and they are seventh and eighth in line to the throne, growing up in California on the West Coast of America with American accents and they just don’t see them.”

Phil added that it’s also “very sad” for Meghan’s father Thomas Markle, who reportedly has never met his grandkids or even son-in-law Prince Harry.

 

Former lighting director Thomas and Meghan’s relationship soured in the run-up to her 2018 Windsor Castle wedding, when he admitted agreeing to stage pictures of himself.

Meghan told Oprah Winfrey that her outspoken father lied to her about talking to the British press – a “betrayal” that she just can’t “reconcile”.

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s daughter Lilibet hardly knows her UK familyCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk

Real reason Prince Harry ‘pulled out’ of Archie’s godfather’s wedding revealed after ‘challenges’ exposed

PRINCE Harry is reportedly not attending his son’s godfather’s wedding after ‘challenges’ over his attendance were exposed.

The royal, 39, has snubbed the event set to celebrate his billionaire childhood pal, the Duke of Westminster Hugh Grosvenor, and Olivia Henson on Friday.

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Prince Harry has snubbed the wedding of childhood pal and Duke of Westminster Hugh GrosvenorCredit: Getty

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Hugh Grosvenor is set to marry Olivia Henson in the ‘wedding of the year’ on FridayCredit: PA

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Prince William, pictured with suited Hugh in 2018, is understood to be given the role as an usher at the weddingCredit: AFP

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It was unlikely Meghan Markle would have been Harry’s plus one as she ‘never wants to return’ to the UKCredit: Getty
Estranged from his family, Harry is said to have spoken personally to Hugh about his and wife Meghan Markle’s invite to Chester Cathedral tomorrow.

The Duke of Sussex and Hugh made the decision to avoid the “inevitable clamour” between the now-US-based Prince, his brother William and dozens of mutual friends who aren’t on speaking terms with Harry.

A source close to the Sussexes told People magazine: “There was an acknowledgement on both sides that it would be difficult for Harry to attend.

“It was an understanding between the two friends.

“The decision certainly avoided the inevitable clamour had estranged brothers Prince William and Prince Harry both attended the nuptials, eliminating the possibility of the big day being overshadowed for the couple.”

Hugh, who “owns half of London” is expected to have Prince William as an usher at the “wedding of the year”.

The property mogul, who owns nearly 2,000 buildings all around the world, is the godfather to cousins Prince George, 10, and Archie, five.

Rumours were sparked that Hugh and wife-to-be Olivia had avoided inviting the Sussexes all together when plans got underway following their engagement last year.

According to the Sunday Times, the 7th Duke of Westminster didn’t want there to be any awkwardness for the Royal Family.

It comes hours after the couple were excluded from a royal event.

Meghan Markle will NEVER return to Britain – she knows she is so unpopular, reveals expert
Harry and Meg have not received an invite to the Trooping the Colour ceremony on June 15 this year.

It marks the second time the pair, who quit the UK in 2020, have been shunned from the occasion.

After making the transatlantic relocation four years ago, the couple have launched a barrage of vile attacks against the Firm.

With Meghan “never wanting to come back” to England, it was extremely unlikely the mum-of-two would have been a wedding guest if Harry had decided to come.

Princess Kate has been invited to attend the wedding with doting husband Wills but it is unclear whether she will go as she continues with preventative chemo.

William attended a D-Day anniversary event on Wednesday with King Charles and Queen Camilla.

The Heir gave a moving speech thanking veterans and their families before giving a short and sweet update on Kate’s condition.

He told attendees she was feeling “better”, adding: “She would’ve loved to be here today.”

Meanwhile, the King was introduced to a 99-year-old paratrooper who turns 100 in August. Charles said: “I’ll have your card ready.”

Earlier in the day the Monarch made his first speech since his cancer diagnosis – in two health battles that shook the Firm.

He stood tall with medals on his chest and Camilla at his side, telling veterans and their families: “We are all eternally in their debt.”

He added: “The stories of courage, resilience and solidarity which you have heard today and throughout our lives cannot fail to move us, to inspire us and to remind us of what we owe to that great wartime generation, now tragically dwindling to so few.”

Charles said it was our privilege to hear the stories.

 

He added: “It is our duty to ensure that we and future generations do not forget their service and their sacrifice in replacing tyranny with freedom.”

Wills stood not far from some of the country’s last surviving veterans as they looked back on the campaign that opened the path to peace and freedom in Europe.

Meghan Markle branded ‘cheap, vulgar and irresponsible’ by outspoken Lady Colin Campbell, who says ‘she was never an A-lister so needs to stop acting like one’

LADY Colin Campbell has branded Meghan Markle “cheap and vulgar” in an explosive new interview.

The author, 69, who has published three books on the royals, has also urged the Duchess of Sussex to stop acting like a celebrity.

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Meghan Markle has been branded “cheap, vulgar and irresponsible” by Lady Colin CampbellCredit: Getty – Contributor
Speaking to Closer magazine she said: “She was never an A-lister, so she needs to stop acting like one.

“Royalty do not behave like celebrities do. It’s cheap, vulgar and irresponsible.”

The royal writer went on to say that Meghan was “letting down” those who admire her by behaving this way.

This is not the first time that Lady Colin has warned the Duchess of Sussex of being wary of her behaviour.

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The royal author says that Meghan was “never an A-lister so needs to stop acting like one”Credit: Dan Charity – The Sun
In April she advised that Meghan should avoid becoming a “political activist” as the “royals must represent all of the people” and she should know when “keep her mouth shut”.

Lady Colin added: “There are many conservative people, all over the world, many religious people, who do not have these ‘woke’ and ‘right-on’ views.”

It comes as Meghan was revealed as guest-editor of British Vogue’s September issue.

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It comes after Meghan was announced as the guest-editor of the September issue of VogueCredit: Reuters

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Her choice in cover stars has received flack for being “too political”Credit: Reuters
The project saw the Duchess of Sussex select 15 women to be featured on the cover, choosing not to star herself, whom she hails “forces for change.”

The magazine has sparked a storm of protest, with critics reminding Meghan that royals must remain neutral at all times.

Meghan has since been criticsed for the “leftie” cover by Leo McKinstry who, similarly to Lady Colin, warns Meghan must stay out of politics like Kate.

Brexit Party MEP Ann Widdecombe said: “Royals have not only got to keep out of politics but they have got to be seen to keep out of politics.”

Ingrid Seward, editor-in-chief of Majesty magazine, said: “The Duchess of Sussex has done a huge favour for the House of Conde Naste (Vogue’s publisher) and rather less for the House of Windsor.”

In other royal news, we told you how the Queen “will gift Meghan and Harry a holiday home” according to a royal expert.

It was revealed that the Queen has a secret Love Island connection after villa owner revealed as distant granddaughter of Queen Victoria.

Behind-the-scenes video shows Meghan Markle at work guest-editing Vogue’s September issue

News Update: King Charles stripped Prince Harry and Meghan Markle of their Royal titles: Would it mean completely disassociating the two from all Royal family?

 

Several royal experts and people associated with the Royals have suggested that revoke of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal titles.

 

After years of drama because of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s separation from the Royal family, there have been discussions regarding stripping the couple of their royal titles. Although the two have officially left their duties and dropped ‘His Royal Highness’, they are still known as ‘Duke and Duchess of Sussex’.

Several experts have suggested that these titles should be officially revoked as the two have officially left their duties and responsibilities. Would it mean completely disassociating the two from all Royal family titles if this happens? Know here…. According to a Hindustan Times report, the official removal of the titles ‘Duke and Duchess of Sussex’ would require an act of parliament.

Harry and Meghan can also lose their titles after successfully obtaining US citizenship. According to Daily Express, Harry could lose his titles if he successfully obtains US citizenship, which would require him to “renounce all allegiance to any foreign prince, state or sovereign.”
Interestingly, Meghan would still retain a royal title, although an unusual one, after losing this title. The American actor would still be called as ‘Princess Henry’ if she loses her title, according to royal commentator Ingrid Seward.

 

“I don’t think anything will happen to the titles because, if they lose their titles, Harry is still a prince of the blood, and Meghan, instead of being the Duchess of Sussex, (would) be Princess Henry,” Daily Express quoted Ingrid Seward as saying. There have been several instances when Meghan Markle and Harry have used their royal influence to negotiate millionaire partnership agreements with companies like Netflix and Spotify.

Moreover, Meghan Markle continues to use ‘Duchess of Sussex’ title on public platforms. Recently, the couple launched their website with Meghan’s royal coat of arms, American Riviera Orchard. The official Instagram handle of the business venture mentioned Meghan by ‘the Duchess of Sussex’.

After suffering a serious chest infection and feeling unwell for some time, agony aunt and Loose Women star Coleen Nolan received a shock diagnosis that forced her to change her diet and habits

Coleen Nolan has revealed she is making urgent diet and lifestyle changes to avoid developing type 2 diabetes following a shock prediabetes diagnosis.

The Loose Women star had blood tests after suffering a serious chest infection and being unwell for a while. And although she was relieved to find out her lungs were healthy, the 58-year-old was told she was at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

The condition increases the likelihood of heart disease, stroke and other serious complications – including kidney failure, nerve damage and blindness. Coleen says: “I was one-and-a-half marks off being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. It was a shock but, looking back, I hadn’t been feeling myself for some time. I’d been experiencing terrible, abnormal fatigue, which would strike out of the blue, like in the middle of Tesco, and I’d have to stop what I was doing and go and sleep somewhere. And I kept getting skin infections that would take forever to heal. When I googled the symptoms, I think I had every one of them apart from weight loss.”

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Medics say the star can reverse the condition, which is associated with higher-than-normal blood sugar levels, and prevent type 2 diabetes by changing her lifestyle. Coleen says: “While the nurse emphasised it’s not a diet, I need to change what I eat. At home, I have a healthy plant-based diet as my daughter Ciara is an amazing vegan cook and makes all my meals. But when I’m in London working I’m a terrible snacker. I have a sweet tooth and I also love a bag of crisps – and I won’t just have one bag, I’ll have two. I had no idea there were six teaspoons of sugar in one bag of my favourites.”

The diagnosis made her determined to be fit for her UK tour, which kicked off last month. Coleen says: “It’s been a wake-up call to say, ‘OK, fatty, you’ve had enough snacks, step away from the fridge!’ My new diet is a work in progress and I’m still getting used to reading labels to check sugar content. But I’ve cut out all unhealthy snacks like chocolate and crisps. I’m having a healthy portion of carbs with breakfast, like sourdough toast, and for lunch, but no carbs in the evening.”

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Coleen also has plans to do more exercise, which can help. She says: “I get out for walks with the dogs when I’m at home and I’m always active around the house and at the stables, but I need to up the exercise. My hotel in London has a gym that I’ve never seen the inside of and I’ve been there five years. Being overweight doesn’t help the situation, especially weight around your middle. But when you get to my age, you assume everything is down to menopause, so I hadn’t really noticed.”

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The Mirror agony aunt is due for a check-up in three months to find out if the changes are working. She says: “I was shocked to learn around seven million people in the UK are thought to have prediabetes. In a way, I’m lucky I got a chest infection and had my bloods taken, or I wouldn’t know I have it. When you’re busy and stressed, as I am at the moment – working, rehearsing for my tour and moving house all at the same time – it’s easy to put your diet to the bottom of your list of priorities but you have to make time for your health.”

The star is also coming to terms with Ciara, 22, leaving home to go travelling. Coleen – also mum to Shane, 34, and Jake, 31, says: “Empty nest is real! I feel lost without her and miss her every day.” But the ex-Nolans singer is planning to make healthy meals from recipes Ciara left.

Coleen adds: “Life has given me a chance to turn things around and reverse the prediabetes, and maybe I’ll even get a few extra years. I’m going to do my best.”

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What to do if you are at ‘high risk’

Prediabetes means your blood sugars are higher than usual but not high enough for you to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.

Douglas Twenefour, head of care at Diabetes UK, says: “It means you are at high risk of type 2 diabetes. Being ‘high risk’ doesn’t mean you’ll definitely develop it. With the right support, up to 50% of cases of type 2 diabetes can be prevented or delayed.”

Douglas stresses there is a lot of support available, saying: “In England, the NHS Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Programme, run in partnership with Diabetes UK, offers tailored support that covers healthy eating, moving more and losing weight.

“Your GP can refer you if you have prediabetes. As a first step, try Diabetes UK’s free online Know Your Risk tool. It takes just a few minutes and gives you information and support to help you reduce your risk.”

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