In a recent revelation, it has been reported that Meghan Markle made a discreet phone call to Buckingham Palace in the early days of her relationship with Prince Harry.
According to sources, the Duchess of Sussex had an uncomfortable conversation with palace staff, leading to a series of demands that were ultimately rejected.
It all started when Prince Harry wanted to surprise his then-girlfriend with a personalized piece of jewelry.
He splurged on a stunning 14-carat gold chain by Maya Bren, featuring charms of both Meghan and himself.
The necklace, estimated to be worth $300, caught the attention of the public when Meghan was spotted wearing it.
However, the fallout from this seemingly innocent gesture was unexpected.
In their book, “Finding Freedom,” Meghan’s supporters Omid Scobie and Caroline Durand claimed that a royal aide advised her not to wear the necklace due to potential unwanted attention from the press.
They argued that wearing such a piece would only fuel the photographers’ interest and generate more headlines.
The phone call left Meghan emotional and frustrated, as she felt that someone from her boyfriend’s office was dictating what jewelry she should wear and how she should behave in front of the paparazzi.
She confided in friends, expressing her frustration at being blamed for the media frenzy surrounding her every move.
The Duchess of Sussex reportedly said, “I just can’t win.
They make it seem like I’m encouraging them, that even acknowledging the cameras sends the wrong message.”
Unsurprisingly, Meghan’s PR troubles have not gone unnoticed by royal fans.
Many have criticized her for not adhering to traditional protocols, such as not revealing details about her child’s birth or posing for photos on the maternity steps of Buckingham Palace.
Some commenters argue that Meghan’s reaction to the necklace incident is an overreaction, emphasizing that the royal family is built on tradition and protocol.
One reader commented, “Meghan refuted protocol by not declaring a child’s birth date, weight, or gender.
No photos on the maternity steps and no notice on the gates of Buckingham Palace.
But she got in a tizz over supposed coercion over a necklace.
Wake up Harry, what have you done?
Get the kids and run.”
Critics also accuse the media, particularly The Mirror, of recycling old news.
They argue that the story has resurfaced simply because Meghan and Harry have not been in the public eye since December, leaving journalists with no new material to work with.
While some speculate that there may be some truth to the story, suggesting that Meghan may have received advice on appropriate attire for certain events, others dismiss it as insignificant.
Regardless, this incident has once again put Meghan Markle in the spotlight, with opinions divided on her actions and intentions.
In other news, it seems that Meghan Markle is set to make a comeback on Instagram.
Reports suggest that she has created a new handle, @Meghan, which has already amassed 2,400 followers, despite the fact that she has yet to make her first post.
As the Duchess of Sussex continues to navigate her way through the challenges of royal life and public scrutiny, it remains to be seen how this latest development will impact her relationship with the media and the public.