Lady Anne Glenconner, who was a maid of honor at Queen Elizabeth II's 1953 coronation and a former lady-in-waiting to Princess Margaret, relayed Kerry's remarks. Kerry's statement refuted the suggestion that he was commenting on the Sussex marriage, and Glenconner recalled that Kerry had expressed sympathy for Harry.
A State Department spokesperson clarified that Secretary Kerry does not recall being asked that specific question. However, as a father in the public eye himself, he empathizes with people dealing with family matters that deserve privacy and compassion.
Glenconner also shared her perspective on Harry and Meghan's decision to step back from royal life. She noted that Meghan might not have fully understood the expectations placed on her when she joined the royal family. She believed that Meghan had misconceptions about royal life, thinking it was similar to being an actress. In reality, being a royal involves a great deal of dedicated work, including meeting numerous people and always trying to say something interesting and pleasant.
Harry and Meghan have claimed that they left Britain due to hostile press coverage, some of which they attributed to royal leaks. They also cited racism as a significant factor in their decision to step back.
Prince Harry's book, "Spare," provides a more complex view of the rift between him and his brother, Prince William. The book suggests that the two had fundamental disagreements about Meghan and that their relationship was strained due to rivalry.
As late as October 2019, Harry and William had heated arguments over text messages. The disagreements persisted for 72 hours, and Harry felt like he was becoming a stranger to his older brother. He saved the texts and sometimes reflects on them with a mix of sadness and confusion.
