Numerous articles from Montecito have drawn attention to the striking similarities between Lilibet, the daughter of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, and the late Princess Diana.
In a recent interview, Harry described his youngest child as having a resemblance to Diana, noting that she shares her grandmother’s maiden name, Spencer.
While Lilibet’s older brother Archie is said to take after his mother’s side of the family, it is Diana whom Lilibet is believed to most closely resemble.
According to reports from the Mirror and the Daily Record, Lilibet has inherited her father and grandparents’ blue eyes.
Interestingly, her grandfather, King Charles, also possesses blue eyes, but it is Diana’s features that are said to be most evident in Lilibet’s appearance.
The couple discussed their daughter in the final episode of their Netflix docu-series, where Harry remarked, “I see a lot of my mum in Lilibet.
She’s very Spencer-like.
She’s got the same blue eyes.”
Meghan concurred, noting Lilibet’s blue eyes and describing her hair as a golden reddish color.
However, without clear imagery of Lilibet, it remains uncertain whether she truly resembles Diana.
Given the prevalence of African genes in Harry and Meghan’s children, it is less likely for a strong resemblance to exist.
Nevertheless, speculations have arisen due to Meghan’s mischievous nature and the possibility of careful planning.
The appearance of Samantha Markle’s child, who is Meghan’s niece, in the docu-series has fueled further speculation.
Samantha’s exclusion from the wedding was defended with a weak justification, leading some to question if Ashley, Samantha’s daughter, could be the biological mother of Lilibet.
One Quora user, Jenny.au, shared her speculation that Ashley might be Lilibet’s biological egg donor, and potentially even Archie’s.
Jenny highlighted Ashley’s physical similarities to Diana, including her blonde complexion, blue eyes, aquiline nose, and pointed chin, which may have been inherited from Thomas Markle’s first wife.
However, it is unlikely that the DNA match between Ashley and Meghan would meet the required percentages for a maternal connection.
While modern tests are highly accurate, the presence of too many different genes would cast doubt on a biological match.
Nonetheless, there might be enough similarities to link Ashley biologically to the children.
The absence of an invitation to the wedding for Ashley has also raised eyebrows.
Some theorize that she was deliberately kept hidden as a backup option.
Furthermore, photographs of Ashley in London during Meghan’s pregnancy have led others to question if she could have been involved in some capacity.
In the final episode of the docu-series, Meghan revealed that she had reconnected with a relative at the end of 2021.
Previously unseen footage showcased Ashley’s visit to the Harkles’ Montecito mansion, where she spent quality time with Archie and Lilibet.
The video captured Ashley giving her aunt a kiss on the cheek and cuddling Lilibet.
In another clip, Ashley assisted Archie in making courgette muffins in the couple’s kitchen.
Expressing her feelings, Ashley shared that despite missing out on much of Archie’s life, she felt an immediate bond and cherished the opportunity to be part of their upbringing.
The documentary also featured a photo of Ashley watching over Lilibet near the couple’s Christmas tree, as well as a video of Meghan and her niece picking tomatoes with the two children.
These intimate moments highlight the growing relationship between Ashley and the young Harkles, further fueling speculation about her role in their lives.
As the debate surrounding Lilibet’s resemblance to Princess Diana continues, the question of her biological mother remains unanswered.
While some believe Ashley’s likeness to Diana and her involvement in the Harkles’ lives may suggest a connection, conclusive evidence is yet to emerge.