A resurfaced video clip has sparked new speculation about the strained relationship between Meghan Markle and Prince William, long before Meghan and Prince Harry made their decision to step back from the royal family.
The clip shows Prince William pointedly avoiding eye contact with his sister-in-law during a Christmas church service in December 2018, only Meghan’s second traditional royal gathering at Sandringham.
The video, posted on TikTok, quickly garnered over 2.3 million views and 48,000 likes, with many viewers suggesting that there was already tension between the royal in-laws.
Some even went as far as to claim that Meghan was using Harry as a stepping stone to get closer to William and eventually become queen.
Others noted that Meghan seemed more interested in engaging with William than her own husband.
While it’s unclear what exactly transpired between Meghan and William during that Christmas gathering, body language experts have previously analyzed public outings at the Sandringham estate to decipher the relationship dynamics within the royal family.
Speculation about a rift between Meghan and Catherine was already circulating at the time.
Recent reports suggest that Prince William explicitly instructed courtiers to keep Meghan away from his wife, Catherine.
According to New Idea magazine, William had little confidence in Meghan and didn’t want to risk upsetting Catherine because of her.
This reportedly led to a difficult situation for Catherine during Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral, where she had to spend time with her sister-in-law.
The Insider claims that Prince William expressed his concerns to courtiers, stating that Meghan should not be allowed near Princess Catherine after everything she had put his wife through.
This directive came after the Windsor Walkabout, where William, Catherine, Harry, and Meghan made an effort to present a united front to well-wishers following the Queen’s death in September of the previous year.
Sources reveal that Prince William is determined not to repeat past mistakes and is unwilling to risk upsetting Catherine again.
The situation between Meghan and the royal family is deemed too toxic, and William does not trust her.
Allegedly, he was so anxious before Prince Harry and Meghan’s Oprah Winfrey interview that he couldn’t eat for a week.
However, Catherine stood by him, providing support during this difficult time.
Despite Catherine’s shy reputation, she demonstrated her loyalty and protectiveness towards her husband.
Daily Mail editor Charlotte Griffiths stated that Catherine was resolute in standing up for William and shielding him from the public scrutiny he was facing.
This display of support showcased Catherine’s strength and determination to protect her husband.
While it remains unclear what exactly caused the rift between Meghan and William, the resurfaced video clip has added fuel to the ongoing speculation about the strained relationship within the royal family.
As the Fab Four’s dynamics continue to evolve, the public remains intrigued by the complexities of their relationships and the impact it has on the monarchy as a whole.