The Duchess of Sussex has long harbored feelings of unease towards Princess Catherine, viewing her not just as a sister-in-law but as a rival for the throne.
As both women stood in line for the crown after the King, the Duchess’s desire to ascend as the next Queen of the United Kingdom was palpable.
Entering the British Royal Family’s inner circle is no simple task, especially when meeting one’s partner’s relatives for the first time.
A year into her relationship with the Duke, the Duchess of Sussex organized an intimate dinner for the royal couple, during which she openly shared her initial thoughts on Princess Kate.
In 2016, the Duke first noticed the Duchess of Sussex on Instagram, leading to a dinner invitation at London’s residence.
Subsequent dates followed, culminating in a week-long camping adventure.
Upon their engagement in 2017, Harry and Meghan sat down with BBC’s Miss Hal Hussein to reflect on Meghan’s introduction to Kate.
Describing their courtship, Harry expressed excitement, revealing that he kept their relationship discreet for a while.
Both William and Catherine eagerly awaited meeting Meghan, seizing multiple opportunities to interact with her.
Meghan, in turn, described the experience as “wonderful,” particularly cherishing her encounter with the late Queen and commending the Royal Family’s warm reception.
Expressing gratitude for meeting the monarch, the Duchess emphasized the respect and admiration she holds for the Queen, highlighting her as a figure of immense significance.
However, since those early days, much has changed.
Harry and Meghan have permanently departed from the Royal Family, now residing in California with their children, Archie and Lilibet.
Meghan’s bombshell revelation during a March 2021 interview with Oprah Winfrey shocked the world, detailing a distressing incident where a senior family member questioned Archie’s skin color.
In late 2023, Ahmed Scobie’s book “Endgame” inadvertently named two royals involved in the controversy, sparking further turmoil within the monarchy.
Harry’s memoir, “Spare,” and the Netflix documentary featuring the couple continued to stir controversy, levelling serious allegations against the Royal Family.
With “Spare” breaking records by selling over 3.2 million copies globally within its first week, the royal drama shows no signs of abating.
The tumultuous journey of Harry and Meghan serves as a cautionary tale of the complexities that can arise within the world of royalty.