A former royal butler has shared insights into how the late Queen worked to maintain peace within the Royal Family, particularly between Princess Kate and Meghan Markle.
When Meghan and Harry made their relationship public, Prince William and Kate welcomed Meghan warmly, and there were hopes for a strong bond between them. The public embraced the Fab Four during joint appearances.
However, Harry’s memoir, “Spare,” reveals that tensions between Meghan and Kate were not uncommon. The book recounts instances where the two women clashed, including a disagreement over bridesmaid dresses that left Meghan in tears and an incident where Kate appeared displeased when Meghan borrowed her lipgloss.
According to ex-royal butler Grant Harrold, the late Queen prioritized unity within the Royal Family and would have intervened discreetly to ease any conflicts between Kate and Meghan. Harrold emphasized the Queen’s dedication to presenting a united front, especially among the younger royals.
Harrold also suggested that as Prince Harry and Meghan’s relationship progressed, the Queen would have monitored any signs of strain and taken steps to address them promptly.
In a 2018 incident, reports surfaced of tension before Meghan and Harry’s wedding, with claims that Meghan had upset Kate over Princess Charlotte’s bridesmaid dress. However, Meghan later refuted this account during her interview with Oprah Winfrey, stating that Kate had actually apologized for the misunderstanding.
Meghan expressed appreciation for Kate’s gesture of apology, acknowledging the challenges surrounding the wedding and emphasizing the importance of taking responsibility for one’s actions.
This proactive approach by the late Queen underscores her commitment to fostering harmony and resolving conflicts within the Royal Family.