Several notable figures attended the Gala, including former UK Prime Minister Theresa May, singer Ed Sheeran, Idris Elba, James Blunt, and even Prince Harry's former girlfriends, Christina Bonis and Natalie Pinkham. Zara Tindall's presence at the event coincided with Omid Scobie's book attacking Princess Anne, Harry's mother, for allegedly influencing King Charles to remove Harry and Meghan from Frogmore Cottage. Scobie's claims insinuated that Princess Anne was unsympathetic to Harry's mental health struggles, while Princess Anne's daughter, Zara Tindall, was reportedly unhappy with Meghan's accusations.
In the interview with Oprah Winfrey, Harry and Meghan had alluded to a member of the royal family making racist comments about their son Archie's skin color. While they did not name the person, speculation suggested it was Princess Anne. Zara Tindall was said to be upset about this, believing that Meghan's accusation was unfounded and harmful to her mother's reputation.
The source close to Tindall emphasized that Princess Anne was not racist but had valid concerns about Meghan's suitability for Harry and the potential influence she might have over Charles and the Queen. Zara reportedly never trusted Meghan, and the accusations made in the interview only fueled her distrust.
The source also mentioned that Prince William had been trying to convince Zara Tindall to help with royal duties since Prince Harry's departure, as he considered her a valuable asset. However, Zara's feelings about Meghan's accusations and the overall situation could impact whether Harry and Meghan would be invited to the Gatcombe Park estate in the future.
Scobie's book had alleged that King Charles and Catherine, the Princess of Wales, were the two royals who had concerns about Archie's skin color.
