Meghan Markle’s ex-best friend’s father-in-law, former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, has passed away at the age of 84 in a hospital in Palm Beach, Florida.
The news of his passing has raised questions about whether Meghan Markle will attend his state funeral.
Daughter Caroline Mulroney announced her father’s peaceful passing surrounded by family in a heartfelt message on Twitter.
She expressed deep sadness on behalf of her mother and family over the loss of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, Canada’s 18th Prime Minister.
Survived by his wife Mila and children Caroline, Nicholas, Mark, and Ben, Brian Mulroney was known for his political legacy as the country’s 18th Prime Minister.
Last summer, he showed signs of improvement after a heart procedure following treatment for prostate cancer earlier in 2023.
Speculations arose when rumors surfaced that Meghan Markle’s camp had reached out to Jessica Mulroney, Brian’s daughter-in-law, to request an invitation to the state funeral in Canada.
This move was seen as a potential opportunity for Meghan to reconcile with her former close friend amid the high-profile event.
Despite the outreach, sources revealed that Jessica had distanced herself from Meghan for an extended period, making it challenging for Meghan to be present at the funeral.
Past disclosures indicated that Meghan had sought Jessica’s assistance in connecting with the royal family, highlighting their close bond in Toronto’s entertainment scene.
The Mulroney family’s historical ties with royalty further complicated the narrative, with Jessica sharing memories of her parents hosting prominent figures like Prince Charles and Princess Diana during official visits in the 90s.
Additionally, Brian Moran’s engagements with Queen Elizabeth during a Commonwealth meeting in 1987 added layers to Meghan’s alleged efforts to integrate into elite circles.
Contrary to Meghan’s claims of being unfamiliar with royal protocols before meeting Prince Harry, her attempts to leverage Jessica’s connections to access higher society have come under scrutiny.
Former Canadian PM Brian Moran’s reluctance to facilitate Meghan’s aspirations hinted at potential ulterior motives behind her pursuit of social status.
As discussions around Meghan’s potential presence at the state funeral continue, the nuanced dynamics between friendship, ambition, and societal expectations cast a shadow over what could have been a moment of reconciliation amidst a somber occasion.
The unfolding saga underscores the complexities of personal relationships intertwined with public personas in the realm of royalty and politics.