The Unknown Details That Came Out About Meghan And Harry

The Royal Family is no stranger to the media. They have been in and out of the headlines for years, but two faces have been more prominent in recent times than any others: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. In fact, the pair have been making waves in and out of the family.

The news they were set to leave the Royals behind them shook the world, and things haven’t calmed down in the years since. Now, the things not revealed about Meghan and Harry’s exit in their documentary could give away more than any interview ever before.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s relationship was different from the start

Plenty of little ones have dreamed about growing up to marry the love of their lives. What about a real-life prince? The likes of Disney have helped to make that dream something many share across the world, but it’s rare it ever comes true. Amazingly, that was the case for Meghan Markle, who was instantly wooed by Prince Harry.

Rumors of the pair dating dominated the headlines until they finally broke the news they were an item, announcing they were engaged just one year later. Still, the differences between Meghan and Harry’s relationship compared to the other Royals were evident from the start, all beginning with the couple’s wedding day on May 19, 2018.

Life inside the Royal Family might not have been an instant fairytale

Life inside the Royal Family has long been a mystery to the rest of the world. That was no exception for Meghan Markle, who had only learned about life within the family from what she and the rest of the world had heard. There’s a good chance Meghan expected everything to be a fairytale when she walked down the aisle.

Oh, how wrong the duchess ultimately was. Being in the monarchy seemingly isn’t as easy as it appears to the rest of the world, with it being no secret that things within the Royal Family were rocky from the beginning. Alongside adjusting to her new life, Meghan immediately had to battle the world’s media. Everything she did was scrutinized.

Everything Meghan Markle did was highly criticized by the world’s media

The idea that Meghan Markle was an outsider destined to take down the Royal Family filled the media long before she walked down the aisle and only got worse once the pair tied the knot. From her wedding planning to the big day to the announcement the couple was expecting their first child, nothing ever seemed good enough.

Allegedly, this was a constant source of frustration for Meghan, who still had to hide behind the fact she was a working Royal and, therefore, couldn’t openly talk about her frustrations. To make matters worse, the media had a habit of comparing Meghan to her sister-in-law, Kate Middleton, highlighting all the differences between the two women.

A Canadian break came shortly before the news Meghan and Harry were leaving

Spending the holiday season in Canada for six weeks seemed to be the break Meghan Markle and Prince Harry needed from the rest of the world. The problem? Rather than returning ready to tackle the media once more, the couple arrived with very different news: they were set to walk away from the Royal Family.

The news came in January 2020, telling the world it wasn’t an easy decision, and they had been forced to understand that working as senior royals wasn’t in the cards for them anymore. Instead, they wanted to spend their time split between serving the Queen and working with their various charities away from the media - and Harry’s family.

The Royal Family learned the news at the same time as everyone else

The news of stepping away from the Royal Family left a lot of people with their heads in a spin. After all, it was the first time most people had lived through such an event, with the only other moment coming back in the 1930s. That came when King Edward VIII abdicated the throne to marry Wallis Simpson.

Still, this moment was different. No one had been seen to stand in the way of Harry and Meghan’s love, yet they still wanted out. One of the main reasons it surprised many was allegedly how the pair announced the news without the Queen’s permission. According to sources, the monarch was “disappointed” with how Meghan and Harry handled everything.

Escaping the world’s media was one of many reasons for Meghan and Harry leaving

It wasn’t long before everyone and anyone wanted to know all about what caused Meghan Markle and Prince Harry to walk away from the only family and way of life he had ever known. Apparently, one of the biggest reasons for the split was to allow the couple more privacy, especially as they now had a family of their own.

It was no secret that their names - especially Meghan’s - had been the talk of the media in all the wrong ways ever since she met Harry. Rather than constantly ignoring the stories and fighting off the press, it appears they wanted to live a quieter life away from the cameras. Sadly, the news saw them even more in the limelight.

The public was quick to share their opinions on Meghan and Harry’s news

If there is one thing the public does best, it’s share their opinions with the world. Many people expressed their concerns about the couple holding onto certain privileges, such as their royal titles, even though they didn’t want to be a part of the Royal Family. Others shared their fears that it was all a mistake that couldn’t be undone.

Still, the biggest sticking point to most people was how Meghan and Harry allegedly hadn’t consulted their family about the split and instead announced the news behind their backs. One thought as to why was so the Royals couldn’t step in and force their hand, meaning Meghan and Harry wouldn’t have been able to leave.

Money appeared to be the largest sticking point for the British public

Another of the biggest issues the public appeared to have with Meghan and Harry walking away from their roles was what most people refer to as the root of all evil: money. His entire life, Harry had relied on the Royal Family for income. Plus, Meghan had been greeted by the same privileges when she walked down the aisle.

One of the biggest expenses came when the pair renovated their home, Frogmore Cottage, to the tune of £2.4 million (approximately $2.9 million.) The money came from taxpayers, with plenty angry that the couple might still have access to the money even though they weren’t senior royals anymore and how they should pay back these large expenses.

Many have questioned the timing of Meghan and Harry’s news

There has been plenty of talk about why Prince Harry didn’t leave the Royal Family before walking down the aisle instead of the other way around. Of course, this has also seen plenty of people point the finger of blame at Meghan Markle, claiming she took the prince away from his family. However, that might not be the case.

Some argue that the Royals were forcing Meghan and Harry to stay in the family despite the fact they wanted to leave for a long time. Announcing the news so abruptly seemingly meant no one could stand in their way, but it also reportedly didn’t do wonders for the couple’s relationship with the rest of the Royal Family.

Life as a royal might not have been what Meghan Markle imagined

It took less than two years after marrying Prince Harry for Meghan Markle to walk away from the Royal Family. However, this time, she had someone by her side. Although many have blamed the former actress for the divide in the family and for causing several rifts, another royal commentator believes it was something else entirely.

According to them, Meghan believed life as a royal would be very different from the life she ended up living. Instead, the duchess was allegedly forced to wear her “tiara” and be a “civil servant” to the nation. Becoming financially independent again means that Meghan no longer has to answer to those higher up, at the very least.

Looking for privacy might not have been the real reason Meghan and Harry left

The idea that the couple wanted more privacy when they walked away from the Royal Family didn’t come as a surprise to many of their fans - especially once the initial shock had worn off. Still, many have questioned if this is what they really want or if it was all an excuse to branch out on their own.

Breaking the news without speaking to the family was enough to see them at the center of a media whirlwind. Then came the fact the pair have given a host of interviews and have several upcoming projects in the pipeline since leaving their roles. Do they really want privacy, or do they actually want to tell their own story?

Meghan Markle has long favored privacy over royal traditions

One of the biggest reasons Meghan Markle has faced a lot of backlash since marrying Harry is the fact she’s not like a lot of other Royals, but why would she be? The star was an actress before falling in love with the prince and was part of a different world. It also meant she could keep her life private.

Meghan has long kept parts of her life more private than other royal women, like Kate Middleton and Princess Diana. One moment came when she welcomed the couple’s first child. Archie. Instead of posing for photos outside of the hospital like the other women, Meghan opted for a private announcement, something that didn’t sit well with much of the public.

Announcing Lilibet was another way Meghan and Harry broke from royal traditions

Keeping Archie’s birth private was just the beginning. Meghan Markle and Prince Harry had already split from the Royal Family when they announced they were expecting a second child. This time, they opted for something very different from the usual royal announcement we had seen before, taking to social media to share the news with the rest of the world.

Meghan and Harry posed in a black and white photo montage as Meghan cradled her baby bump. Apparently, the pair shot the pictures remotely with the help of their friend Misan Harriman. The news also broke on February 14, 2021. The significance? Valentine’s Day was the same day Diana announced she was pregnant with Prince Harry.

The duchess later announced she suffered a miscarriage before welcoming Lilibet

It’s not every day that we hear about the struggles the Royal Family faces behind closed doors. However, walking away from the monarchy meant that Meghan Markle could be more open about the battles she has faced, including the fact she suffered a miscarriage before welcoming the couple’s second child. The news broke in November 2020, four months later.

Meghan wrote an opinion piece for the New York Times, where she opened up about the “almost unbearable grief” that so many women suffer. The duchess confessed she wanted to share her story after learning how many parents go through the same experiences, adding it’s “riddled with (unwanted) shame” and “a cycle of solitary mourning.”

Learning Meghan and Harry were expecting a girl yet again differed from the Royal Family

Stepping back from the Royal Family has also given Meghan Markle and Prince Harry more freedom about what they can and can’t share with the rest of the world. It has long been tradition that the world has no idea if a royal couple is set to welcome a boy or girl into the world.

That all changed when Meghan and Harry appeared in a tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey. Here, the couple confirmed they were expecting a girl to complete their family. Although Meghan added there wasn’t “more you can ask for” than one of each, Harry quickly added he was “Grateful” for having “any child” to add to the mix.

Offensive comments from within the family might have driven Meghan and Harry to leave

For months, the world believed that the reason Meghan and Harry walked away from the Royal Family was all to do with wanting their own freedom. What if there was more to the story? The couple’s interview with Oprah wasn’t just a chance for the pair to tell the world a baby girl was on the way.

They also got to tell their side. Here, Meghan and Harry confessed they had been subjected to a host of offensive comments from the get-go. The twist? It wasn’t just the media. It’s alleged Harry had a conversation with a senior royal about the color of their firstborn child while Meghan was pregnant, but a name was never revealed.

Leaving the Royal Family might have also been to protect baby Archie

Not being one of the first heirs to the throne means it’s likely Archie will never get to become king. Still, that doesn’t mean he is the furthest from the crown and was always going to cause a media storm when he was born. The issue? It was announced that Archie wouldn’t be given a royal title, unlike his cousins.

Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis all have their own royal titles, with Meghan worried that offensiveness from within the family was the real reason Archie wasn’t given his own. Missing out on the title also meant that Archie would never be granted the same level of security as the other little ones in the Royal Family.

Meghan Markle is now free to open up about her mental health struggles

For years, the Royal Family has followed the British traditions of keeping a stiff upper lip and carrying on with life, regardless of what’s happening behind closed doors. That’s where Harry changed things. The Prince has long been open about his struggles with mental health, especially after so publicly losing his mother, Princess Diana, in 1997.

One thing many never realized until the Oprah interview was how Meghan Markle had also been battling her mental health. Apparently, working with the Royal Family was enough to drive the duchess to contemplate taking her own life. To make matters worse, Meghan claims none of the other Royals tried to help in any way.

Prince Harry was Meghan Markle’s only rock in the Royal Family

Walking away from the family hasn’t seen an end to the couple’s charitable work. Far from it. Rather than being constrained to the charities the Royals are allowed to work with, the pair can work with whomever they like and open up about topics close to their heart. One of those includes how they have been there for one another.

For a long time, Meghan was allegedly forced to battle her mental health on her own, with Harry acting as her only rock behind closed doors. Even though they supposedly asked for someone to step in, it’s never been the thing to do in the Royal Family. Leaving the family has given Meghan her voice - and platform - back.

Prince Harry has also been open about his issues with mental health from the Royals

James Cordon is no stranger to hosting several big-name interviews. Still, one that many were never expecting to see was the time the host sat down with Prince Harry. Here, Harry got to open up for one of the first times about his personal reason for taking Meghan and Archie out of the Royal Family and moving across the pond.

Harry explained that the British media was “destroying my mental health” before adding it was “toxic.” The prince continued to state that he would never fully walk away from the Royals as his life “is public service.” Still, that didn’t stop Harry from doing “what any husband and any father would do” by getting his family to safety in California.

Stepping back from the Royal Family was initially supposed to last 12 months

The news that Meghan and Harry were stepping back as senior royals came in January 2020. The announcement was tied to the fact the couple would have to become financially independent from the family, even if the world knew this was nothing that could happen overnight. However, it might not have been as permanent as it seemed to the world.

That’s because it’s alleged the pair were only supposed to try life away from the Royal Family for 12 months. The idea supposedly was for Meghan and Harry to try living more normal lives that gave them more freedom before making a decision. Still, weeks before the end of the 12 months, it was announced they were going for good.

There was once a time when Prince Harry and King Charles III were close

Harry and Meghan’s wedding day was supposed to be the biggest event of 2018. While it took over the world, the pair were never given the same privileges - such as a public holiday - that other members of the family received. There were also a host of stories dominating the headlines, such as Thomas Markle and Meghan’s fallout.

In the end, Thomas was out of the ceremony, and Charles stepped up to give away his future daughter-in-law at the altar. It was a touching moment and one that humanized the older members of the Royal Family for so long. Harry even greeted Charles with “Thank you, Pa” before the couple said their vows in front of millions.

King Charles III eventually stopped taking Harry’s calls after news of their leaving broke

Just because things were once going so well between the King and Prince Harry doesn’t mean that things have remained that way. Harry opened up about it all during his interview with Oprah, confessing that Charles stopped taking his calls after the news that Harry and Meghan were leaving the family broke. That was just the beginning.

It’s alleged Charles would ask his son to put everything in writing instead of talking to each other directly. Although things have allegedly improved on and off throughout the years, Harry admits he expected more from his dad. For one, Harry believed that of anyone, Charles would understand after going through something similar with Princess Diana.

The pair’s relationship with the Royals has been highly discussed since their split

One question that has been on plenty of people’s lips since Meghan Markle and Prince Harry walked away from the Royal Family is how their relationship has been with the rest of the family. Sadly, the world didn’t get many answers during their interview with Oprah, as William didn’t come up that much throughout it all.

However, they did spend a lot of time talking about how close they were to the Queen, despite the fact they were no longer senior royals. While nothing definitive was set, it didn’t take much for people to realize the change in tone from talking about the Queen to when Harry and Meghan spoke about William, Kate, or Charles.

Harry and Meghan claim the Royals never corrected false narratives in the media

The tabloid stories were relentless against Meghan Markle the entire time she was a part of the Royal Family. From her alleged diva behavior to claims that she was demanding and trying to change the Royals, it appeared no one was on Meghan’s side throughout much of her time as a part of the family.

The problem? Meghan claims that the Royals were “willing to lie” to protect other members of the family, even if it meant throwing her under the bus. The duchess admitted to Oprah the family was allegedly never “willing to tell the truth to protect me and my husband,” especially when the media turned on Meghan.

Money was allegedly always an issue for the Royals, Harry, and Meghan

It’s perhaps no secret that members of the Royal Family, particularly those higher up in the hierarchy, receive their money from the family. This is in return for the work they put into their charity work and representing the Royals across the world. That doesn’t mean everyone is treated the same. At least, that might not be the case.

Harry claimed that introducing Meghan to the Royals was enough to upset the applecart immediately. He alleges certain members of the family suggested Meghan continue with her acting work as “there wasn’t enough money to pay for her.” The prince went on to add that the couple begged for security for their family, only to be refused every time.

Prince Harry admits he felt “trapped” during his time in the Royal Family

Moving to Los Angeles was the ultimate way for Harry and Meghan to carve a new life for themselves and their family away from the Royals. That didn’t mean it would be a smooth transition. Instead, Harry told Oprah, “My family literally cut me off financially,” meaning they instantly had to find a new way to survive.

Harry didn’t end there, adding he always felt “trapped” in his own family and how Meghan “saved me” from his life as a royal. All of this was supposedly only possible with “what mum left me,” with Harry referencing the inheritance he received after the passing of Princess Diana. Thankfully, it was enough to forge a new life.

The Queen reportedly banned photographers from her first meeting with Lilibet

Living across the pond meant that things were always a little stretched between Harry and Meghan and the rest of his family. After all, they lived thousands of miles away, and welcoming Lilibet to the world on June 4, 2021, was something many missed. Still, that all changed in 2022 when the couple returned to the UK for a time.

The moment came after Trooping the Colour in 2022 when the Queen got to meet her great-granddaughter for the first time. However, it’s alleged the Queen banned all photographers from the event. A source told The Sun she wanted it to be “a private family meeting,” and there was “no chance” of posing for photographs with the little one.

Several people worried Meghan and Harry’s return would overshadow the Platinum Jubilee

Daniela Elser works as a royal expert and believes she has an answer as to why the pair weren’t allowed to take photos of the special moment. It’s reported that Meghan and Harry hired a professional photographer to come with them to the meeting, but Daniela believes the images could have “[blown] all other Jubilee coverage out of the water.”

The Platinum Jubilee was a significant moment in the Queen’s lengthy reign, and people have been theorizing for months that Meghan and Harry’s return could overshadow it all. Instead, the couple maintained a low profile the entire weekend. In fact, they even left for the US early on the Sunday morning before the celebrations were complete.

Netflix is allegedly “displeased” no photos of the Queen and Lilibet exist

Even though news of Meghan and Harry’s Netflix documentary has only dominated the headlines in recent months, the fact they have been filming has been discussed at length for months. After all, the couple has been spotted with a camera crew for months. Now, it appears Netflix might be less than impressed with the lack of Lilibet photos.

Royal biographer Angela Levin says the streaming service is “displeased” Meghan and Harry have no photos of Lilibet with the Queen, as they were allegedly hoping to use them as a part of the documentary. Angela told The Sun the pictures would have been “very valuable,” and it’s part of why the couple has been seen in public so much.

Prince Harry was reportedly refused a seat on a plane to see the Queen for the final time

The news that the Queen’s health had taken a turn was enough to grip the world, as everyone wanted to know if she would make it out the other side. Tragically, she passed away on September 8, 2022, with her family rushing to be at her side. Harry and Meghan were in the UK at the time.

However, Harry was allegedly refused a seat on the plane taking Prince William and their uncles to Scotland to see Her Majesty. Eventually, Harry managed to find his own form of travel but didn’t arrive until 90 minutes after the Queen passed away. Instead, Harry was left to be consoled by airport staff instead of his family.

It’s said Charles banned Meghan from traveling with Harry to see the Queen in her final moments

King Charles III, Prince Charles at the time, was the one to break the news to Prince Harry that the Queen had taken a turn and everyone needed to rush to her side. Still, that didn’t quite include everyone in the family. Instead, it’s believed Charles was the one who refused to let Meghan travel with her grieving husband.

A source told The Sun that Charles told his son it “wasn’t appropriate” for Meghan to come along and that Kate wasn’t going to be there. Instead, the King allegedly thought that only close family should be by the Queen’s side and “made it very, very clear Meghan would not be welcome,” potentially adding to the delay.

Several people hoped the passing of the Queen would allow the Royals to build bridges

Prince Harry had no choice but to get whatever flight he could from one end of the nation to the other in the hopes of seeing his grandmother for the final time. Tragically, he was too late. The prince also caught the attention of several people, including an onlooker who told The Sun he “barely moved the whole hour-long flight.”

Still, plenty hoped the Queen’s passing would help to build bridges between Harry, Meghan, and the rest of the Royals. Charles seemed to offer a form of olive branch by addressing his son and daughter-in-law in his speech. Here, the King stated, “I express my love” for the couple “as they continue to build their lives overseas.”

The Queen was “unimpressed” with Harry’s remarks but held a soft spot for her grandson

Leaving the Royal Family has seen Harry speak more about his life behind closed doors than ever before. The problem? It’s alleged the Queen was “unimpressed” with the way the prince has spoken about what it was like to grow up as a royal. Still, a source added the Queen always had “a soft spot” for her grandson.

Meghan and Harry have long spoken highly about the Queen and the relationship they shared before her tragic passing. Apparently, they would regularly video call, and the pair even stopped in the UK to see the Queen in April 2022 as they were on their way to the Netherlands. Thankfully, it seems nothing got in the way of their relationship.

Harry might have taken some digs at Charles’ parenting in recent interviews

One thing the world has learned in recent months is that nothing will hold Prince Harry back from telling his side of the story after so long of having to remain tight-lipped in the Royal Family. Of course, that could have led to some behind-the-scenes drama between the family, especially when it comes to his relationship with Charles.

One of the places where Harry has opened up is on the ‘Armchair Expert’ podcast. The moment came in May 2021 and seemingly saw Harry take a dig at his father. Here, the prince confessed he wanted to “break the cycle” so that he doesn’t “pass it on.” Many assume he is talking about the way Charles raised him.

Charles might have had enough of Harry’s constant remarks about his parenting

Of course, there are always two sides to every story. However, there’s a chance we won’t get to hear what Charles has to say any time soon, as the Royals have never been ones to open up about their personal lives. Apparently, Charles was left “boiling with anger” at some of Harry’s comments about his parenting.

At least, that’s what a source told Us Weekly. They added the King feels “tortured,” with another source adding he has plans of “freezing Harry out” now he is in charge of the monarchy. In August 2022, Meghan added to it all by stating her husband feels he “lost my dad” the same way she has lost her own father.

Thomas Markle has long been open about his thoughts on his daughter

One of the many people who has never shied away from talking about Meghan Markle in the media is none other than her father, Thomas Markle. While many assume this would be nothing but positive things, it seems the opposite can be said. The documentary ‘Thomas Markle: My Story’ certainly didn’t help matters between the pair.

In fact, Thomas has been open about how he thinks the pair has been “destroying” the Royal Family since Meghan walked down the aisle. As if that’s not enough, Thomas added that the couple have been making the family “shabby” and “cheapening” the Royals from the beginning. They were strong words and didn’t sit well with many.

Breaking away from her dad hasn’t stopped Meghan’s name from being in the headlines

It seems that Thomas Markle might have had more to do with Meghan’s struggles to make it as a part of the Royal Family than many realize. For one, he was at the center of a lot of upset shortly before the pair’s big day. This came when he posed for staged paparazzi photos of him getting a suit fitting.

Instead of giving in to her dad, Meghan seemingly distanced herself from Thomas and has allegedly refused to speak to him pretty much ever since. While it should have been enough to keep some drama out of the headlines, Meghan’s family has seemingly made it their mission to continually talk about her to the media and in interviews.

It’s believed William had no idea how to take the news his brother was leaving

The news that Harry and Meghan were leaving the Royal Family behind might have come as a surprise to many, but that didn’t mean they could react that way in the media. Instead, they had to keep a brave face, including Harry’s brother and future king, Prince William. It had been rumored the two brothers had been feuding for years.

The news that Harry was walking away apparently didn’t help matters, with a source telling Us Weekly that William was “blindsided” by the statement. They added the prince was supposedly “incredibly hurt” by it all. Still, the source states that William has “his own family to focus on” and needed to move forward with his own life instead.

Prince Harry has openly stated William might be “trapped” in the Royal Family

Things were always set to be different for Harry and William as the princes have very different lives ahead of them. Unless something major happens, William is almost guaranteed to take his place on the throne from Charles. Harry? His position in line has slipped down over the years thanks to his nieces and nephews.

Being so far down the line of succession is partly why Harry chose to walk away, knowing he will likely never be king. Harry admitted in March 2021 that his relationship with his brother needed “space.” Although he said, “I love William to bits,” Harry added that he thinks his older brother is “trapped” in the Royal Family.

Kate Middleton has been seen trying to help Harry and William rebuild their relationship

Joining the Royal Family is a huge turning point in most people’s lives. That’s why so many people have been surprised by the seeming rising tensions between Meghan and Kate throughout the years. However, no one is now entirely sure how accurate the stories are or if they’ve all been crafted by the media throughout the years.

Apparently, Kate Middleton was the one who tried to get the two brothers to see eye to eye at Prince Philip’s funeral in April 2021. The pair reunited for the first time in months and appeared to show a united front against the world. Royal expert Katie Nicholl even added that Kate was there to act as a “peacemaker.”

The passing of the Queen saw the Fab Four reconnect after years apart

Losing the Queen took a major toll on the world, including the Royal Family. As well as marking the end of an era and a time to welcome a new monarch, they also needed time to grieve a beloved family member. It also gave Harry, Meghan, William, and Kate a chance to stand together as a united front.

It was the first time in years that the Fab Four were reunited, a moment many thought would never come again. William invited his brother and sister-in-law to speak with mourners who lined the streets of Windsor. While it might have been for a tragic moment in history, it was enough to see them reconcile - even if it was temporary.

Prince William likely won't reach out to Harry until after the documentary airs

Just because the Fab Four were seen together for the first time in years doesn't mean that it's a moment set to last. At least, that's according to a source who spoke to Us Weekly about it all. According to them, William and Kate don't have any plans to reach out to Meghan and Harry any time soon.

They claim it's "almost impossible" to organize a meeting "that would be discreet." Instead, they claim it's best "for the four of them to have a little distance" from each other. To make matters worse, the source believes that William won't be reaching out to his brother until the documentary has aired and the "fuss" around Harry's memoir has calmed.

Words of wisdom from Princess Anne might have been aimed at Harry and Meghan

Princess Anne is no stranger to life inside the Royal Family. After all, she has been a serving member of the family for decades and has been there throughout some of the biggest upsets behind closed doors. Now, it appears the princess has some words for the younger generation of royals that might just be aimed at Meghan and Harry.

One month after Harry and Meghan left the Royals, she told Vanity Fair that she “[doesn’t] think the younger generation probably understands what I was doing in the past.” The problem? Anne says that she’s in the stage of her life where she feels, “Please do not reinvent that particular wheel” as “We’ve been there, done that.”

Sarah Ferguson is one of the few Royals who have defended the couple publicly

One person who is no stranger to drama within the family is none other than Sarah Ferguson. Perhaps that’s why it’s little surprise the former royal has publicly defended Prince Harry and Meghan Markle since they walked away from their roles? In fact, the couple even invited Sarah to their wedding after she was left off William’s guest list.

Meghan has since written her own children’s book and was immediately hit with claims of plagiarism. Sarah opened up about the claims to the Daily Mail, where she stated any book should be “supported and respected.” In fact, Sarah even hinted Meghan was doing great things by encouraging little ones to read and giving them a new passion.

The couple’s Netflix documentary could see a bigger rift within the family

The passing of the Queen was enough to seemingly overshadow any other rising tensions within the family as they all came together to grieve the loss of their loved one. However, those days are gone, and King Charles III is quickly settling into his new role. Now, it seems he could use his power once more.

This time, it might be against Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, depending on how their new Netflix documentary goes and the things the couple unveils in their time on the small screen. Only time will tell what damage will be done from it all. Still, it could be enough to see an even bigger rift form among the family.

There’s a chance Charles could punish Harry and Meghan for their Netflix documentary

Tom Bower works as an author and has a particular interest in the Royal Family. That also means he has the inside scoop that many have missed throughout the years. Now, it appears new things could be on the way, as Tom worries that the Netflix documentary could see things change for Meghan and Harry once more.

That’s not necessarily good, either. Tom told The Sun that the King has “made various threats to Meghan and Harry” and how the pair will “find themselves ostracized in a way they cannot believe.” One of the things that may come their way is losing their royal titles, as well as taking away any titles from Archie and Lilibet.

Planting stories in the media is one of many things Harry accused the Royals of doing

Something that’s had plenty on the edge of their seats is what’s going to come of Harry and Meghan’s Netflix documentary. That’s why so many people have been keenly watching the trailers and sneak peeks at the series before it drops. One moment that stood out to many was how Prince Harry described the Royals allegedly planting media stories.

Harry admitted, “there’s leaking, but there’s also planting of stories.” To make matters worse, the prince described it all as “a dirty game.” It’s no secret by now that Harry wanted to protect his family by walking away from the Royals. However, Meghan echoed his thoughts by stating, “they’re never gonna protect you” in the trailer.

Some people have accused Meghan and Harry of using fake images in their trailer

The trailer for the couple’s Netflix documentary was the first chance people got to see that things might not have been all roses for Harry and Meghan while in the Royal Family. Unfortunately, plenty have since criticized several clips used in the trailers, claiming they were nothing to do with the pair and were instead deliberately misleading.

One moment comes from a group of paparazzi who are all shouting and taking photos and videos. That was until people accused the pair of using a shot from the ‘Harry Potter’ premier that happened five years before Harry and Meghan even met, in June 2011. Cosmopolitan even went as far as saying it “isn’t factual representation” of their hounding.

Some footage might have been from an unrelated court case

Another clip from the Netflix trailers that’s got people talking is one clip of the paparazzi in the street. A lot of the documentary seems to focus on the backlash the couple has faced from the media, so why are so many accusing them of using footage that has nothing to do with their lives and outings in public?

One moment is allegedly not related to Harry and Meghan and instead shows crowds from the time former model Katie Price arrived at court instead. Analysts claim that the video has been flipped to try and make it look less obvious that it’s the same footage. Still, that wasn’t enough for many to spot the similarities.

Overhead shots of Meghan and Harry might not have been what they seemed

Protecting their children has long been the goal of both Harry and Meghan. Although losing his mom - Princess Diana - was enough to see Harry become highly protective of Meghan, the idea of something happening to his children was enough to see things step up even more. It’s partly why Meghan and Harry control the images of their children so much.

One clip from the trailer sees a photographer taking overhead photos of the couple carrying Archie. However, royal editor Robert Jobson took to social media to claim that was far from the case. Instead, he argues that the entire shoot was highly controlled, and only a few photographers were allowed in the vicinity, meaning there was nothing invasive.

Edited footage might have made it seem William and Kate were favored over Harry and Meghan

One of the teasers that were included in the trailer for Meghan and Harry’s Netflix documentary was a shot of the family on the balcony at Buckingham Palace. One thing royal fans have learned is that there is a strict order the family must stand. The Queen was still with us at the time, but she wasn’t in the middle.

At least, that’s what it looked like. The footage made it look like Prince William and Kate Middleton were in the middle of the balcony, with the Queen off to one side. The reality is the image might have been cropped to make it look that way. In fact, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were closer to the Queen.

What will the Netflix documentary do to the relationship between Meghan and Harry and the Royals?

The thing most people have learned is that the Royal Family prefers to keep their dirty laundry behind closed doors. Princess Diana blew this out of the water following her split from Charles, and the world hasn’t seen anything similar in the years since - until now. What will Meghan and Harry’s Netflix documentary do to the family?

For now, no one knows. The couple is known to have been open in recent months about their time behind closed doors, but nothing is yet to follow their lives as closely as the documentary. There’s a good chance it could give them an opportunity to tell their story and nothing more. Then again, it could create huge waves.

Blaming everything on Meghan Markle has become standard in the media

The public often loves to find someone to blame when something goes wrong or changes. That has long been the case with the Royal Family, with plenty of people settling on the idea that Meghan Markle is entirely to blame for it all. On the other hand, their upcoming documentary might rewrite everything the media knows.

People have long been calling Harry walking away from the Royals a betrayal, but what if it was his choice after all? The once-party animal prince has changed a lot since his time in the limelight, especially since walking down the aisle with Meghan. It appears she might not be the reason everything changed after all.

Prince Harry’s upcoming memoir could do even more damage to the Royal Family

Of course, the Netflix documentary is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Meghan and Harry telling their side of the story. Harry has also been busy working on his memoir ‘Spare’ the last few months. Although the book has been delayed in recent weeks, it’s now set to hit shelves in January 2023.

There are fears that the book could do even more damage than the documentary, especially as the prince has been in the family since the beginning. Even the title is a derogatory reference. The idea comes from the fact Harry has long been referred to as the “spare prince” behind his brother, William, who was always destined for the throne.