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Royal Drama Unveiled: Duchess of Sussex Snubbed at Pippa Middleton’s Wedding
The Duchess of Sussex found herself at the center of a royal rift as reports emerged of her initial exclusion from Pippa Middleton's wedding, leaving her feeling upset, according to a royal commentator.
Delving into the somewhat strained relationship between Kate, Princess of Wales, and Meghan over the years, royal expert Camilla Tominey recounted the events surrounding the May 2017 union of James Matthews and Pippa Middleton.
Initially, Kate's sister opted not to extend an invitation to Meghan for fear of being overshadowed by Prince Harry's girlfriend, as highlighted by Ms. Tominey.
However, she eventually relented and included the now Duchess in the evening celebrations following the ceremony to maintain harmony, as detailed in The Telegraph.
Ms. Tominey further noted that Kate and Prince William were displeased when the Sussexes rearranged the seating plan, disrupting the arrangement where couples were intentionally separated during the reception.
The controversy surrounding Meghan's presence at Pippa's wedding was also addressed in the unofficial biography of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, “Finding Freedom,” authored by Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand.
The book shed light on the media frenzy that surrounded Meghan and Harry early in their relationship, making them somewhat reluctant additions to the guest list for the nuptials.
It was suggested that both Pippa and her mother, Carol Middleton, harbored reservations about the American actress potentially stealing the spotlight from the main event.
Despite this, the book detailed an agreement between Harry and Meghan that she would not attend the church ceremony due to media scrutiny surrounding her appearance.
While Harry attended the wedding solo, Meghan participated in the subsequent festivities.
The unfolding drama at Pippa's wedding offered a glimpse into the complexities and tensions within the royal circle, underscoring the delicate dynamics at play.
The revelations surrounding Meghan's exclusion from key moments at Pippa's wedding have sparked discussions among royal enthusiasts, prompting varied opinions and speculations.