When news broke out that Prince William and Kate Middleton were experiencing marital problems, people paid attention. Gossip like this is not exactly uncommon, but they mostly seem unfounded. However, this one turned into a more serious problem. Oddly enough, the British media had not been talking about such a big topic. They usually report on Royal gossip as soon as they could, but the silence of the press had felt more suspicious. Was there something that they were trying to hide from us?
All Eyes On Them
If you are a member of the royal family, you should get used to having the spotlight on you. After all, they might be the most famous family out there. However, this means that everyone has to be on their best behavior. As you already know, this does not always happen.
All Eyes On Them
Not What It Seems
We want you to focus on Prince William and Kate Middleton, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. They have always looked like the perfect couple, head over heels for each other. However, there are reports that suggest this was nothing more than just a cover.
Not What It Seems
Her Husband And Best Friend
There have been rumors circulating that involve Prince William and Rose Hanbury. She is the best friend of Kate. But what were people saying about these two? The rumors say that they are having an affair!
Her Husband And Best Friend
Even More Serious
It is not a small thing to accuse someone of cheating on their partner. However, this is even more serious when we are talking about the royal family! Needless to say, the consequences are graver too.
Even More Serious
Downhill From There
The news that the duke and Hanbury might have embarked on a fling caused the relations between their families to go downhill. Kate and Rose used to be very close to each other, but it looked like their friendship has come to an end. Could there be any truth to this?
Downhill From There
The Rumor Mill
When the rumors started to spread, people on social media started to go crazy. It looked like netizens wanted to offer their two cents on the matter. This photo made rounds online. People thought that this was proof that there was something going on/ Was Kate really giving her best pal the side eye?
The Rumor Mill
A Brotherly Feud
The rumors did not only cause a feud between the two women. A reporter posted on Twitter that Prince William probably confided in his younger brother about it. Maybe this was part of the reason why the two men do not seem to be getting along very well.
A Brotherly Feud
Falling Out
We do not know if the infidelity rumors were true, but Kate Middleton indeed looked devastated. Not only that, but she also severed ties with her best friend and David Cholmondeley, Rose’s husband. This was not the end of the scandal, however.
Falling Out
Looking For The Press
The public was quick to eat up these rumors. Royal family fans took to social media to share what they thought about it, but the most puzzling thing was the fact that the British press was not talking about it!
Looking For The Press
Many Theories
It is no secret that the British media is very tenacious. They do not stop at a story until they get leads that the public can feast on. There have been several theories why they stayed mum on this topic.
Many Theories
Avoiding Lawsuits
Some people thought that the media was just trying to avoid lawsuits. In the past, Prince William and Kate Middleton filed a lawsuit against the press for publishing certain photos of her. They won the case.
Avoiding Lawsuits
Breach Of Privacy
The lawyers of the royal family also sent media outlets a letter. It read, “In addition to being false and highly damaging, the publication of false speculation in respect of our clients’ private life also constitutes a breach of his privacy pursuant to Article 8 of the European Convention to Human Rights.”
Breach Of Privacy
Avoiding Angering Him
Another theory was that the press was holding back on reporting on this because they did not want to anger the future monarch. After all, it sounds like a bad idea to get on the bad side of the king. However, there was something else that people wanted to know. What did Queen Elizabeth think about this?
Avoiding Angering Him
A New Title
When the rumors came out, the Queen gave Duchess Kate a new title when she and William celebrated their eighth wedding anniversary. She was granted the Dame Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order. What a prestigious title! Many people took it to mean that she wasted no thought on the rumors.
A New Title
A Distraction
However, there were also netizens who thought this was done as a way to distract the public. Maybe it was also an offering of sorts to sweep everything under the rug. This would not be the first time that rumors were squashed by providing a distraction.
A Distraction
Arrival Of Archie
As a matter of fact, the rumors of infidelity were almost entirely forgotten with the arrival of Archie. There was now a new royal baby in the house! This story received a lot of media attention and dwarfed out the rest.
Arrival Of Archie
Feud Between The Ladies
But let us not forget that the media likes to zone in on the alleged feud between the duchesses as well. Could there be any truth to the rumor that Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle did not get along?
Feud Between The Ladies
Different Upbringings
It has been said that Kate Middleton does not view Meghan Markle as her equal. They say that this has something to do with the difference in their upbringing. You probably do not find a lot of animosity in photos of them. However, people think that there is definitely tension there.
Different Upbringings
Ignoring It
Anyway, let us go back to the first rumor. How did the royal family deal with the cheating allegations? The two women simply ignored these rumors since there seemed to be no evidence. However, it is hard to say how long this is going to last.
Ignoring It
Covering It Up
The British press was not focusing on the love triangle among Kate Middleton, Prince William, and Rose Hanbury. This definitely caused a problem in the royal family. However, there are certain things that they prefer to ignore in front of the press. For one thing, there is the alleged feud between the brothers.
Covering It Up
Tension
For several years now, the grapevine has been going on about tension between Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton. As soon as the former entered the royal family, people are saying that there has been tension in the air.
Tension
The Root Of The Problem
Reporters covered this story and tried to get a batter understanding of everything that was going on. It is said that the root of the problem might actually be between the brothers instead! Was this true?
The Root Of The Problem
Brotherly Beef
It looked like there was brotherly beef going on in the royal family. Even though Prince William and Prince Harry are very different, they have always been close to each other. Were they really in a fight?
Brotherly Beef
Diversion From Tradition
What made the public assume that something was wrong was the fact that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle diverged from tradition. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex decided to leave the rest of the royal family behind in the physical sense of the word.
Diversion From Tradition
Kensington Palace
When they got married, Harry and Meghan lived in Kensington Palace. This was where she spent her first year as part of the member family. As she was adjusting to this new lifestyle, there were royal veterans who would help her out when she needed assistance.
Kensington Palace
Nottingham Cottage
As newlyweds, Harry and Meghan lived in Nottingham Cottage. This ensured that they were living very close to Princess Eugenie and the Duke and Duchess of Kent. William and Kate were also living across them in their own 21-room apartment.
Nottingham Cottage
Frogmore Cottage
As the birth of Archie was approaching, Harry and Meghan had enough of “Nott Cott.” They wanted to move to a place that was more accommodating and roomier before they welcomed their son into the world! In the end, they chose to move to Frogmore Cottage at Windsor.
Frogmore Cottage
Not Ideal
Nott Cott was not perfect for them. It was a two-bedroom place that was the bachelor pad of Harry before he and Meghan got married. This was why they wanted to move to Frogmore Cottage and started to renovate the place.
Not Ideal
Iciness Remained
While there were happily married and had a baby on the way, it looked like there was still some tension in the royal family. Perhaps it had something to do with what certain royals told Harry about her.
Iciness Remained
Brotherly Advice
The reason behind the move came out at last. There was said to be tension in the royal family, and it started when Harry and Meghan started going out. After Prince William first met her in Kensington Palace, he decided to give his younger brother a piece of advice.
Brotherly Advice
His Disapproval
William could tell that Harry and Meghan were totally in love with each other. No doubt, marriage was going to come next. This was why he told Harry not to rush into anything. The older man expressed his disapproval of how quickly everything was going.
His Disapproval
His Concerns
“William told his brother they knew nothing about her background, her intentions, what she was really like,” a source shared. Prince William was not trying to be malicious and expressed his concerns in a gentle manner. However, this did not stop Harry from allegedly feeling miffed all the same.
His Concerns
A Massive Undertaking
The source claimed to be a member of the royal court. “He just wanted to stress that becoming part of the Royal Family is a massive undertaking, and the pressure and scrutiny are [sic] unrelenting. Was Meghan the right one?” this tipster explained.
A Massive Undertaking
A Slight
It goes without saying that Harry did not agree with him. As a matter of fact, he found those words offensive! Meghan was juggling so many things already. She was dealing with her own family, the media, and the public. Harry just wanted to stand up for her!
A Slight
Shocking Criticism
The source of the coldness towards Meghan continued to puzzle the public. However, we are sure that the Windsor family was shocked to hear the public criticisms made by Thomas and Samantha Markle. The harsh words came from her own father and half-sister.
Shocking Criticism
Cold Shoulder
People said that she was given the cold shoulder because of her race. Meghan Markle is half black. However, there are also people who said that it might have something to do with her background as an actress. The royal family might have been unconvinced that she was being authentic around them.
Cold Shoulder
A United Front
Despite everything, Harry and Meghan always presented a united front. Everyone could see that these two people were in love with each other. Even though William had his worries, we want to remind you all that Meghan was a member of the royal family as well.
A United Front
At Fault
Some sources claim that Harry was the one at fault here. “He will brook no criticism of Meghan,” one of them shared. “And he is so sensitive he often sees criticism or negativity where there isn’t any.”
At Fault
His Mother
“It’s my opinion that Harry feels he couldn’t protect his mother, so he’s going all out to protect his wife,” a different courtier theorized. It is no secret that Princess Diana was criticized by the press for her every move. Harry seemed adamant about letting this happen to Meghan!
His Mother
Passed Over
If it was true that the Fab Four had been fighting, the appointment of Harry as the Youth Ambassador to the Commonwealth might have fueled the flames. William was allegedly stung that the Queen chose his younger brother instead. However, it was within his power to veto this yet he did not do anything.
Passed Over
Fab Four
A lot of royal fans say that there is no issue, that the press only makes up drama when there is none. However, there was a moment that seemed to verify the rumors. When asked if the Fab Four ever have disagreements, William was the one to answer, “Oh yes.”
Fab Four
Conflict Resolution
The four of them laughed nervously at that. Harry had been smiling when he answered the next question. Asked how the fights get resolved, he jokingly said, “We don’t know.” He tried to do this in a light-hearted manner, but it was clear that there was real tension.
Conflict Resolution
Looking For An Ally
There was also the fact that Kate and Meghan had a complicated dynamic. When the latter became a part of the royal family, she probably hoped that she was going to find an ally in her new sister-in-law.
Looking For An Ally
Too Busy
Back then, Kate had been pregnant with Louis. She probably had no idea that she was supposed to help Meghan out. The Duchess of Cambridge was already dealing with her own responsibilities and children, so she did not have a lot of free time. Maybe Meghan thought that she was being snubbed instead!
Too Busy
The Duchesses
Despite this, reports wondered if there was real friction there. What was their relationship really like? People wondered if they were friends or rivals. Even though neither of them had been born with royal blood, the duchesses are now two of the most well-known members of the royal family.
The Duchesses
Same But Different
The two of them first had an official appearance on Christmas Day of 2017. They took somewhat similar different paths when it comes to getting to their current stations in life. Despite this, the two of them still come from different worlds.
Same But Different
Kate Middleton
Kate might not have been born a noble, but she grew up in a privileged environment. Her parents had a big party supply business. On top of that, she attended the University of St. Andrews. During her time at the prestigious institution, she got to befriend Prince William.
Kate Middleton
Tying The Knot
They spent years dating before they decided to become man and wife in 2010. The year after that, the two of them tied the knot during “The Wedding of the Century.” This was how she became the Duchess of Cambridge. How cool is it to hear that Meghan was also married in the same year?
Tying The Knot
Her First Husband
She did not marry a prince just yet, however. At the time, she was a newbie in Hollywood. She got married to an actor-producer called Trevor Engelson. The marriage ended two years after that. Even though her personal affairs were messy, her career was finally picking up.
Her First Husband
Her Career
When she was starting out, she only got small parts. She also worked as a suitcase girl on a show called Deal or No Deal. Her big break came in the form of a role on an American legal drama called Suits. She became a household name by playing Rachel Zane!
Her Career
Their Blind Date
Her work prospects improved, and so did her personal life. In 2016, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle met for the first time. They had a mutual friend who set them up on a blind date! It did not take long before the relationship heated up.
Their Blind Date
Birthday Bash
Meghan was even invited to attend the 35th birthday party of her future sister-in-law. We bet that she made a great first impression on the members of the royal family! What we can tell you for sure is that Meghan gave the birthday celebrant a dream journal.
Birthday Bash
Their Wedding
Soon enough, Kate and Meghan started to be more acquainted with each other. In 2018, the world watched in awe as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had their lavish wedding. It was exciting because a mixed-race foreigner was joining the Windsor family at last!
Their Wedding
Getting Along
Kate and Meghan were now both royals in their own right. However, people wondered if the two ladies were going to get along well. There were insiders who said that things did not start on the right foot.
Getting Along
She Was Stressed
Kate Middleton was feeling very stressed thanks to her pregnancy and the scrutiny of the public. She had no time to give Meghan a warm welcome into the royal family. It was her third pregnancy, and he had too much on her plate.
She Was Stressed
Helping Each Other
It was a good thing that Meghan lent Kate a hand around the same time. She gave the pregnant woman dietary advice, which improved things for the Duchess of Cambridge. Kate returned the favor as well!
Helping Each Other
Returning The Favor
It is pretty much a given that Meghan was in for a huge adjustment. She was transitioning from a Hollywood life to one in Buckingham Palace. Kate was there to guide her through the rules of the royal family. The senior royal taught Meghan about proper clothes and protocols at events.
Returning The Favor
Getting Closer
After that, things looked like they improved between the duchesses. Whenever their schedules allowed, they would spend time with each other. There was a time when they attended Wimbledon as well! As the match was going on, the ladies swapped comments and jokes.
Getting Closer
Personal And Professional
They were getting closer on a more personal level! However, Kate also decided to do the same thing on a professional level. Among other things, she asked Meghan to join a charitable organization launched by their husbands. It is called the Royal Foundation Forum.
Personal And Professional
A Big Step
Meghan probably considered this a big step as well. “She really admires how Kate has carved out her own space when it comes to humanitarian work alongside being an amazing mother,” explained a source that claimed to be close to the family.
A Big Step
An Announcement
In late 2018, Meghan announced that she was pregnant! Kate was the one who celebrated this piece of news the most. She could not wait for Meghan to start her own motherhood journey. However, she probably did not expect that there was a huge change on the way.
An Announcement
Leaving Kensington Palace
Months before Prince Harry and Meghan welcomed Archie into the world, they left Kensington Palace. They planned to live at Frogmore Cottage as well. This would mean that they were going to live away from the rest of the royal family!
Leaving Kensington Palace
Less Time
Sadly, this also meant that the duchesses would no longer see each other regularly. Despite this, we have no doubts that they will try their best to see each other. Hopefully, the kids will also be close!
Less Time
Sticking Together
Even though they clash every now and then, they must have realized that they are better off helping one another. After all, they need all the support they can now that they are part of the royal family!
Sticking Together
Finding Out For Herself
It is not a secret that the royal life is hard. People are going to watch every single move that you make! This was something that Meghan found out about when she and Prince Harry got together…
Finding Out For Herself
The Beginning
A lot of great love stories start out on a very romantic note. However, this was one that started with a blind date! Back then, Meghan did not know a whole lot about Prince Harry and the royal family.
The Beginning
They Were Unprepared
“I didn’t know much about him,” she shared with the BBC, “so the only thing I asked… was, ‘Well is he nice?’” On the other hand, that was the first time that Harry had even heard of the actress! Oops.
They Were Unprepared
A Blooming Relationship
Despite this, they had no problems getting along. Only a couple of weeks after that first date, Harry asked Meghan to accompany him to an African charity trip. He said, “[It] was crucial to me to make sure that we had a chance to get to know each other.”
A Blooming Relationship
Keeping Mum
They were able to keep it under wraps for a number of months. However, news of their relationship finally broke out in late October 2016. There were sources who said that Harry had “been desperate to keep the relationship quiet.”
Keeping Mum
Her Confirmation
She also posted an interesting photo on her Instagram page. It was one of two bananas hugging! It happened on the day that the relationship hit the news. Maybe she was confirming that it was true.
Her Confirmation
Tabloid Culture
As usual, the tabloids ate up this juicy gossip. Even though Meghan had experience with the spotlight, she soon found out that this was nothing like she was used to. Tabloid culture is on a different level!
Tabloid Culture
A Misconception
“There was a misconception that this would be something I would be familiar with,” she said during a BBC interview. She added, “But I’ve never been part of tabloid culture. I’ve lived a relatively quiet life.”
A Misconception
Enough Was Enough
The press had been relentless. They were desperate to get the newest scoop about Harry and Meghan. Some of them even harassed her mother to get more info! The prince decided that enough was enough.
Enough Was Enough
Stop The Harassment
Using the Royal House issued, Prince Harry released a statement. He asked the members of the press to stop harassing her. The statement read, “Prince Harry is worried about Ms. Markle’s safety. It is not right that Ms. Markle should be subjected to such a storm.”
Stop The Harassment
A New Story
It worked to tone down the media frenzy a bit. However, this story was forgotten when the news came out that Prince William was allegedly unhappy. This made the older prince issue a statement as well!
A New Story
His Statement
Here is part of the statement that William released: “The Duke of Cambridge absolutely understands the situation concerning privacy and supports the need for Prince Harry to support those closest to him.”
His Statement
It Was Fine
We can’t deny that not many royals have ever done what Harry did to the press. However, it did not seem to be a problem with the other royals. They knew that he just wanted to defend Meghan.
It Was Fine
Her Royal Approval
As 2016 came to a close, pretty much everyone had forgotten about the press hiccup that Harry committed. You see, people started to talk about the fact that the Queen approved of Meghan!
Her Royal Approval
A Big Fan
The Queen is not only the monarch of the United Kingdom, but she is also one of the biggest fans of Prince Harry. A source reported, “[The Queen is] delighted to see Harry in a loving relationship.”
A Big Fan
A Mutual Feeling
It turned out that Meghan returned the sentiment as well! When the BBC talked to her about Her Majesty, she said, “It’s incredible, to be able to meet her through [Harry’s] lens.”
A Mutual Feeling
Spending The Holidays
In 2016, Harry and Meghan did not get to spend Christmas with each other. Luckily, they reunited to spend the New Year’s together. The secret was out, so they could go to Norway without any fear.
Spending The Holidays
Speculation
The couple went to the Arctic Circle and even got to see the Northern Lights! It must have been a very special trip. Around the same time, some of their loved ones said that a wedding is going to come soon.
Speculation
Wedding Bells
Even though Harry and Meghan had not announced anything just yet, their friends were sure of it. I can see them engaged by the spring,” a pal of his informed US Weekly. He added, “He’s head over heels.”
Wedding Bells
Family Events
After their trip to Norway, Harry started to take Meghan to family events more frequently. In early 2017, he even got to introduce his partner to Kate Middleton and Princess Charlotte in Kensington Palace.
Family Events
Meghan And William
Not only that, but Meghan and William also got to know each other better. Sources say that these two get along fabulously. A tipster relayed, “Naturally, William is very happy for his brother.”
Meghan And William
Getting Serious
Meghan was now acquainted with his family, so it was time for him to meet hers! She flew Doria Ragland, her mother, to London so that they can all spend some time together. It was getting serious.
Getting Serious
It Went Well
We are sure that this meeting made Harry feel anxious. It probably came as a relief that he got along with Doria very well. This sounds like more proof that the pair was made for each other.
It Went Well
Her Dad
After that, the couple was spotted with Doria many times. However, did Harry meet her father already? Meghan answered, “He’s talked to my dad a few times, [but] hasn’t been able to meet him yet.”
Her Dad
Virtually Living Together
They were not yet living together back then, but they were already very close to each other. When Meghan was not working on her show, they were both “virtually living” at Kensington Palace already.
Virtually Living Together
The Next Step
The next big event happened when Harry and Meghan went to Jamaica to attend the wedding of his friend. People considered this to be an official next step in the relationship. The photos from this event also confirmed that this was the case.
The Next Step
More Speculation
People started to talk about it some more when Meghan closed The Tig, her lifestyle website. She said that she wanted to be more focused on charity work. However, the public started to speculate already…
The Next Step
Louder And Louder
The buzz grew even louder when Meghan went to London right before the wedding of Pippa Middleton. It turned out that she was brought to the royal place as soon as she landed at Heathrow.
More Speculation
Spotted At Royal Events
Meghan was seen at the wedding reception of Pippa Middleton. This was the first time she was spotted at a royal family occasion! On top of that, she was also present at the Audi Polo Challenge with Harry.
Louder And Louder
Her Birthday
The couple decided to celebrate her 36th birthday by going to Africa. We know that it sounds a little strange, but a lot of people believe that they first bonded because they wanted to help people in need.
Her Birthday
An Homage
During this trip, they went to the founding site of Sentebale, his charity. This is a word that translates to “forget me not” in the language spoken by the Lesotho people. This was an homage to Princess Diana!
An Homage
Invictus Games
In September 2017, Meghan made her first major royal appearance. She attender the Invictus Games. This is an event that is meant to honor injured, sick and wounded military personnel via sports!
Invictus Games
Holding Hands
The Invictus Games were held in Toronto. Harry and Meghan were seen holding hands on more than one occasion! Doria was there as well, which made people believe that the two families would be one.
Holding Hands
Coming Clean
A year after all this, Meghan decided to break her silence. She appeared on the October issue cover of Vanity Fair. On top of that, she gave an interview and talked about her relationship with the prince!
Coming Clean
A Couple
“We’re a couple. We’re in love,” she explained. How sweet is that? “I’m sure there will be a time when we will have to come forward and present ourselves and have stories to tell.”
A Couple
Their Time
“But,” Meghan added. “I hope what people will understand is that this is our time. This is for us. It’s part of what makes it so special, that’s just ours. But we’re happy. Personally, I love a great love story.”
Their Time
His Proposal
Everyone already knew what was going to happen after this! In November 2017, Prince Harry asked Meghan Markle to marry him at long last! It was a no-brainer, of course. Obviously, she told him yes.
His Proposal
The Engagement
The word got out quickly enough! Prince Charles also issued a statement that said, “His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales, is delighted to announce the engagement of Prince Harry to Ms. Meghan Markle.”
The Engagement
An Interview
Something else happened on that day. Not only did Prince Charles release his statement about it, but the couple did a BBC interview about it too! They talked about that special night at Kensington Palace.
An Interview
An Exciting Night
Meghan felt so excited about it that she even interrupted Harry so that she could already give him her answer! “It was just the two of us and I think I managed to catch you by surprise as well,” Harry told her.
An Exciting Night
The One
But when exactly did Prince Harry realize that Meghan Markle was “the one” for him? He was quick to answer this question! He said that it was “the very first time we met.” Aww, how sweet is that?
The One
Their Royal Wedding
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle finally tied the knot in front of millions of people on May 19, 2018. Their wedding at Windsor Castle was attended by their loved ones, but people from all over the world also watched it from their own homes. It was actually one of the biggest events of that year!
Their Royal Wedding
Walked Her Down The Aisle
Meghan Markle was a true stunner when she appeared in her gorgeous Givenchy gown. She also wore a diamond-platinum tiara that came from the Queen’s collection. Thomas Markle was not present at the wedding, so Prince Charles had been the one to walk her down the aisle.
Walked Her Down The Aisle
Their Family Has Expanded
Now called the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Harry and Meghan revealed that they were expecting a child. The announcement was made on October 15, 2018. Archie, the newest member of the royal family, arrived in the spring of the following year.
Their Family Has Expanded
Odds Are Slim
Do you think that Archie is going to be disappointed to hear that he might not become the king in the future? The odds are very slim because he is not particularly high up the succession.
Odds Are Slim
Seventh In Line
When Archie was born, he became the seventh person in line for the British throne. This puts him behind his grandfather, his uncle, his father, and then his cousins: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis!
Seventh In Line