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Romance among royals often seems like a fairytale, and this is especially true for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, whose whirlwind courtship and marriage captured the public’s imagination. However, behind the glamorous facade, there were some doubts within the royal family about the longevity of their relationship, stemming from one specific aspect of Meghan’s life.
The Royal Family’s Initial Doubts
These days, things between Harry and Meghan appear to have settled down after a bit of turbulence. They’ve been happily married for about six years now and are raising two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, in their sprawling home in Montecito, California. Despite the ongoing stream of damaging accusations—particularly aimed at Meghan—and persistent rumors, the Sussex family seems to be doing well.
However, the skepticism about their relationship began long before the media got involved. According to Harry and Meghan in their controversial Netflix series, it started with the royal family, who made judgments based on stereotypes about Meghan.
Harry recalled the first time Meghan met his family, sharing that they were initially “incredibly impressed” by her. In his trademark cheeky style, he joked that they were surprised a “ginger could land such a beautiful woman,” noting that they were charmed by her intelligence and beauty.
What Was the Issue?
So, what was the hang-up? It turns out the royal family didn’t look kindly on the fact that Meghan was an “American actress.” According to Harry, this was the main problem they had with her, overshadowing all the positive traits they admired. He noted that their immediate assumption was that their relationship wouldn’t last: “Oh, she’s an American actress; this won’t last long.”
Meghan backed up Harry’s recollections, explaining that there’s a preconceived notion of what being an American actress means, especially from a British perspective. The stereotype isn’t flattering, particularly in the context of the British royal family, which is known for its reserved nature and adherence to tradition.
Of course, the couple has faced relentless scrutiny from the press, and their actions continue to raise eyebrows among royal insiders. A significant part of their livelihood relies on revealing controversial insights about royal life, which only fuels the fire of criticism. The scrutiny doesn’t seem to let up, with former and current employees weighing in on whether Meghan really is a “bully” or a “dictator” toward those who work for her.
While being part of a royal couple might seem like a dream come true, it’s clear that there are some serious challenges and downsides to that fairytale life.