Meghan Markle’s Strained Relationship with the Royal Family Unveiled

Since tying the knot with Prince Harry in 2018, Meghan Markle has been at the center of ongoing conflicts with the royal family and palace staff.

However, as revealed by Valentin Lowe in his book, “The Hidden Power Behind the Crown,” these tensions actually began long before the couple exchanged vows.

The book alleges that the former “Suits” actress frequently leveraged Harry's affections to her advantage, often issuing ultimatums soon after their romance blossomed.

One incident highlighted in the book is Meghan's reported displeasure over a Vanity Fair headline featuring her on the cover in October 2017.

The headline, “She's just wild about Harry,” drew Meghan's ire as she pointed out that the phrase was a reference to a song performed by Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney in the 1939 film “Babes in Arms,” with the latter donning Blackface.

Meghan believed the choice of headline was a deliberate slight aimed at her, leading to her frustration and desire to assign blame in various directions.

According to insiders, Meghan was deeply dissatisfied with the Vanity Fair feature, from the focus on Harry in the story to the perceived racial undertones of the headline.

In a bid to address what they viewed as racial insensitivity, both Harry and Meghan sought to have the headline altered online.

Meghan even reportedly contemplated dismissing their public relations executive, Kayleigh Thomas, over the matter, underscoring the intensity of her reaction.

The fallout from the Vanity Fair incident was further compounded by a Blind Item post on Crazy Days and Nights on October 1st, which criticized Meghan's lack of awareness regarding the origins of the song she had taken issue with.

This public scrutiny added fuel to the fire, prompting royal fans to weigh in on Meghan's motivations, with some suggesting her actions were driven by a desire to emulate Princess Diana's connection to the public.

Valentin Lowe sheds light on the deteriorating relationship between the Sussexes and palace staff, particularly emphasizing the warnings issued by Sussex's private secretary, Sam Cohen.

Cohen reportedly emphasized the importance of the palace demonstrating a duty of care towards Harry and Meghan amidst escalating tensions.

Despite efforts to maintain harmony, the palace found itself at odds with the couple by the time Meghan's interview with Oprah Winfrey aired.

In her candid conversation with Oprah, Meghan delved into her struggles with mental health, highlighting what she perceived as a lack of support from the palace.

Lowe notes that the Duchess's narrative effectively shifted the focus onto the palace's alleged failings, overshadowing any previous assistance provided to the couple.

Notably, Meghan disclosed an instance where she sought help but was discouraged by a senior figure within the institution, a revelation that raised questions about the palace's handling of her well-being.

While Harry acknowledged his awareness of Meghan's distress, he admitted to feeling hesitant about seeking help from his own family.

This admission underscored the complexities of their dynamic within the royal household, hinting at deeper rifts and unaddressed issues that continue to shape their public image.