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Meghan Markle’s Royal Aspirations: A Glimpse into Her Past
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's relationship has been under the spotlight since their wedding in 2018.
Recently, new revelations from Trevor Engelson, Meghan's first husband, have emerged, providing intriguing insights into her mindset leading up to her royal nuptials.
Trevor, who was married to Meghan from 2011 to 2013, claims that her obsession with appearing regal intensified once she began dating Prince Harry in 2016.
According to Trevor, Meghan felt an overwhelming pressure to embody the image of a future princess.
This fixation reportedly created tension between them, especially as Meghan remained in touch with him during this time.
In the months preceding Meghan and Harry's wedding, Trevor alleges that Meghan made increasingly extravagant demands regarding her attire for what she envisioned as a second wedding ceremony.
Trevor recalls that Meghan insisted he purchase a lavish wedding dress reminiscent of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge's iconic gown from her wedding to Prince William in 2011.
Meghan expressed her belief that she needed a dress worthy of a princess, one that would surpass the grandeur of her first, more intimate wedding.
Initially, Trevor thought Meghan was joking about her requests, but it soon became clear that she was serious.
As time passed, Meghan grew more persistent, emphasizing the importance of her public image.
She wanted to make a statement with a dress that could compete with Catherine's Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen masterpiece.
Trevor claims that Meghan's annoyance with him escalated when he didn't take her demands seriously enough.
The pressure mounted as Meghan bombarded Trevor with calls and texts, urging him to help her find the perfect designer.
She suggested high-profile names like Dior and Valentino, all while ignoring the staggering price tags that came with such couture gowns, often exceeding $100,000.
Trevor found Meghan's expectations unreasonable, especially for a dress she might never wear.
As Meghan's frustration grew, so did her temper.
Trevor recalls feeling the weight of her accusations that he wasn't supportive of her new lifestyle and that he secretly wanted her to fail.
At one point, Meghan even threatened to tarnish his career and publicly humiliate him if he didn't comply with her demands for the dress.
Feeling uncomfortable with Meghan's behavior, Trevor firmly told her he wouldn't spend such a hefty sum on a dress that seemed to fulfill her inflated ego.
This led to a heated confrontation, where both exchanged harsh words.
Trevor recounts how Meghan resorted to emotional manipulation, crying about the pressures she faced and reminding him of their shared history.
Eventually, worn down by her emotional pleas, Trevor reluctantly agreed to help fund a dress, but only under specific conditions.
He proposed contributing $35,000 for a more affordable version of the gown she coveted.
Meghan was elated, promising that this would be the last favor she would ask of him as she embarked on her new royal journey.
However, the grand second wedding Meghan envisioned never materialized after their private civil ceremony.
Trevor asserts that her obsessive tendencies only escalated following her entry into the royal family.
Notably, she became known for repeatedly wearing designer pieces from her previous life instead of opting for more budget-friendly rentals like Catherine.
Trevor believes Meghan's behavior towards him was indicative of a broader pattern.
He suggests that she has a history of using people, particularly men, to achieve her goals without regard for their feelings.
Meghan's treatment of Trevor, who had once been supportive, serves as a cautionary tale of the control and manipulation she would later exert over Prince Harry and the royal family.
Some critics argue that Meghan's marriage to Harry was a calculated move to elevate her social status and wealth.
Trevor's account seems to support these allegations, painting a picture of a woman whose aspirations for fame and fortune may have been in place long before she met Prince Harry.