Paul Burrell, a former Royal Butler with close ties to Princess Diana, has shed light on this matter. According to Burrell, the Queen had a birthday cake prepared for little Lilibet, complete with a single candle. However, the Sussexes failed to show up, and the candle remained unlit on Lilibet's first birthday. In a recent interview, Burrell remarked that the Queen didn't get to see Lilibet, raising questions about the circumstances surrounding her absence.
One theory circulating is that Lilibet was never in England and has never left the United States. It's suggested that although the Sussexes may have brought their own photographer, they did not bring their baby, at least not one related to them. When Meghan and Harry were seen leaving the airport, Megan rolled down the tinted windows and waved to her fans, but no children or car seats were visible in the window.
Additionally, during a visit to Buckingham Palace, pictures were taken with all of Her Majesty's great-grandchildren, including the Phillips, Tindalls, and Wells children. However, Lilibet was notably absent from these gatherings, further fueling speculation about her whereabouts.
Previously, it was reported that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex commemorated Lilibet's birthday with the royal family at Frogmore Cottage. However, Queen Elizabeth, who was expected to attend the Epsom Derby on that day, had to cancel her appearance due to mobility challenges.
Burrell's account delves into the Queen's reaction to the Sussexes' absence. The day after Lilibet's birthday, the Queen inquired if the couple would like to join her for tea, only to be informed that they had already departed for America. This sudden departure without a proper farewell reportedly took the Queen by surprise.
The loss of connection with Lilibet deeply saddened the Queen in her final years, according to Burrell. He claims to have had ongoing communication with the Queen until her last days and is aware of the unique challenges she faced during that period.
As the first anniversary of the Queen's passing was marked recently, it has been a challenging time for all members of the royal family, regardless of their differences. Burrell emphasizes that despite any disagreements, all members of the family dearly loved Queen Elizabeth. She was a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to them all, and her absence is keenly felt.
Burrell also notes that the Queen's heart was broken by her beloved grandson Prince Harry when he made the dramatic decision to break away from the royal family and publicly criticized them just two years before her death.
