Gina Heslop
Meghan Markle’s journey with the royal family was filled with challenges. She met Prince Harry in 2016 and faced media scrutiny before they married in 2018. Even before the wedding,
Meghan’s friends warned her about the British tabloids. Her ITV interview in 2019 highlighted the struggles she faced, feeling unsupported and unfairly treated.
After joining the royal family, Meghan endured constant criticism, sexism, and racist remarks from the media, which took a toll on her mental health.
She revealed in an Oprah interview that she felt unprotected and even discussed how an unnamed royal expressed concerns about Archie’s skin color. These experiences led her to feel suicidal, a deeply troubling time that she shared with Harry.
The aftermath of their Oprah interview brought more tension. Meghan sent a letter to King Charles discussing unconscious bias, not intending to accuse the royal family of racism.
Charles replied, expressing sadness over the family tensions but seemingly not directly addressing Meghan’s concerns. This left Meghan feeling miserable and disappointed.
Despite hopes that Meghan would attend King Charles’ coronation, she stayed in the US to care for their children. Harry attended but left soon after the ceremony. The relationship between Harry, Meghan, and the royal family continued to deteriorate.
In 2023, Harry clarified in an ITV interview that they didn’t believe the royal family was racist but highlighted the importance of addressing unconscious bias. The couple’s actions sparked debates about how far they should go with their allegations.
eghan and Harry’s decision to step back from royal duties and speak out about their experiences reflects their desire for change within the institution. The ongoing tension underscores the complexities of royal life and the challenges of navigating public scrutiny.
