In the world of royal reporting, few names have gained as much prominence as Omid Scobie.
Known for his unwavering support and sycophantic portrayal of the Sussexes, Scobie has become the go-to person for all things related to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
But amidst his rise to fame, recent revelations about Scobie’s past have left many wondering what the couple will make of it all.
One of the most intriguing aspects of this newsy trude is the discussion surrounding Scobie’s age.
It has been revealed that the 47-year-old journalist underwent a total transformation, altering his looks and even delving into the world of seedy old K-pop websites.
As Meghan Markle’s 42nd birthday approaches next week, it remains to be seen if she will employ any attention-grabbing tactics this year.
Last year, on her birthday in 2022, Meghan faced mockery from royal experts and their supporters regarding her age.
Despite the criticism, thousands of well-wishers, including Prince William and Kate Middleton, sent their birthday greetings to the Duchess of Sussex.
However, one person who may not extend such wishes is Meghan’s father, Thomas Markle.
He claims to have sent her a bouquet of roses in 2021, but received no acknowledgement or response in return.
The bouquet held a special significance, with two yellow roses symbolizing her two children, Archie and Lilibet.
In a recent appearance on GB News, Thomas Markle expressed his disappointment, stating, “I wished her happy birthday and brighter days ahead, but I have not heard back.”
Additionally, Meghan’s birthday reignited the debate surrounding her age in the UK.
Royal fans were less than pleased with Prince William’s birthday wish to the former American actress.
Senior journalist Richard Eaton took a dig at royal correspondent and Meghan’s friend, Omid Scobie, on Twitter, humorously suggesting that Meghan may be turning 31 instead of 41.
This tweet sparked further discussion among UK citizens, with many believing that Meghan is concealing her true age and is actually older than Prince Harry.
The topic of Meghan’s age resurfaced following the release of the book Revenge.
It was revealed that at the age of 11, Meghan had requested Procter Gamble to change a commercial with sexist undertones.
The commercial’s tagline, “women all over America are fighting greasy pots and pans,” led to male classmates making derogatory remarks about women belonging in the kitchen.
Meghan’s father encouraged her to protest against Procter Gamble, and she even wrote letters to the company’s chairman and then-first lady Hillary Clinton.
In her letters, she advocated for a change in the slogan to “people all over America” instead of solely focusing on women.
However, some eagle-eyed royal fans pointed out a discrepancy.
Hillary Clinton became the first lady in 1993, which means she held that position after Meghan turned 11.
This revelation has led to speculation about Meghan’s actual age, with some suggesting that she may be older than she claims.
One social media user even proposed using Classmate.com, a website that scans and uploads high school yearbooks, to confirm Meghan’s age.
These discussions about Meghan’s age have not been well-received by certain royal experts and supporters of the British monarchy.
Last year, after Meghan’s privacy victory against the UK newspaper group, rumors circulated that her true age had been revealed in court documents.
As a result, doubts have arisen regarding the credibility of Omid Scobie, with some believing that he is merely trying to capitalize on the ongoing feud between Prince Harry and the royal family.
Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams expressed his skepticism, stating, “I suspect it will be trusted as much as anything from the Sussexes’ corner should be.”
He further emphasized that the upcoming revelations might not be taken seriously, considering the sensational nature of the content and the assumption that it was written with the couple’s approval, much like the controversial book Finding Freedom.