In the fourth episode, the couple shed light on a pivotal moment that changed their relationship with the royal family.
According to a friend, Australia marked a turning point for them as they were immensely popular with the public.
However, the palace felt threatened by their popularity.
While this claim has been repeatedly disputed, the Australian tour did face its fair share of challenges.
A social media user on Tumblr alleged that Meghan and Harry displayed diva-like behavior during their visit, deviating from the original plan of focusing on the Invictus Games.
The tour took a dramatic turn when Meghan was included last minute, altering the itinerary significantly.
In a surprising twist, Meghan and Harry announced their pregnancy on International Pregnancy and Baby Loss Remembrance Day, following a week dedicated to commemorating pregnancy and baby loss.
The timing of the announcement raised eyebrows, as Meghan seemingly overshadowed the somber occasion with her joyful revelation.
It was reported that Meghan made an insensitive comment to grieving families, saying, “Sucks to be you, I’m pregnant.”
During their stay in Australia, Meghan and Harry were provided accommodation in the guest wing of Admiralty House, the residence of the Governor General of Australia.
However, Meghan allegedly demanded the entire house for herself and Harry, expressing her dissatisfaction when her request was denied.
She even confronted the Governor General’s wife, asking her, “Don’t you know who I am?”
Another incident that garnered attention was Meghan’s insistence on having the Admiralty House staff bake banana bread for her, according to her own recipe.
She rejected multiple batches, demanding that they redo it until it met her standards.
Eventually, she presented the bread as if she had made it herself, although the result was less than impressive.
Contrary to expectations, Meghan and Harry only attended the first and last days of the Invictus Games, despite their initial plan to spend more time there.
Meghan reportedly complained about being bored throughout the event.
Additionally, Harry insisted that Meghan deliver a speech at the closing ceremony, which was not originally planned.
Their diva-like behavior left many disgusted.
Throughout the tour, Meghan and Harry visited tourist spots that naturally attracted crowds.
However, photos of these events often showed the crowd from close range, as capturing them from a distance would reveal only a few people in a small space, with many empty seats.
Suspicion about Meghan’s pregnancy arose when she frequently emphasized her stomach to simulate a bulge.
Furthermore, Meghan’s attire during the tour was deemed inappropriate and consistently disheveled.
One incident that shocked many was Meghan throwing a cup of hot tea at an assistant.
The palace compensated the assistant for the incident, while Harry repeatedly apologized to the staff at Admiralty House for his wife’s behavior.
The situation became so dire that the palace sent Prince Andrew to Australia the following month on what was unofficially called the “apology tour.”
Princess Beatrice accompanied him.
The tour to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, and Tonga in 2018 was marred by tension and controversy.
According to speculation, Meghan’s discomfort stemmed from the presence of UN women in the area, leading to her allegedly abandoning them after meeting Prince Harry.
Royal correspondent Rebecca English, who covered the tour for the Daily Mail, claimed that Meghan even hissed at a staff member in such a degrading manner that it brought them to tears.
The conclusion of Meghan and Harry’s Netflix special leaves us with a clearer understanding of the challenges they faced during their time in Australia.
While the couple experienced moments of popularity, their behavior and actions left a lasting negative impression on many.
The tour that was meant to be a success turned into a series of disappointments and controversies.