In a bombshell new biography exploring the lives of the Beckhams, Meghan Markle allegedly believed she held a higher social status than Victoria Beckham, a claim detailed by celebrity biographer Tom Bower in his revealing book "The House of Beckham." Bower's narrative delves into the complex dynamics between David Beckham and other notable figures, including the Sussexes.
According to Bower, Meghan's initial interactions with Victoria were marked by a perceived sense of superiority, influenced by her Californian background where wealth and fame determined social standing. Bower describes Meghan as seeing herself elevated within the royal family hierarchy, placing herself above Victoria Beckham in her social pecking order. However, Meghan was reportedly surprised to learn of the Beckhams' substantial wealth, owning multiple homes, enjoying private jets, yacht invitations, and far more financial resources than herself, despite her upcoming status as a Duchess.
Despite Meghan's purported airs, the Beckhams allegedly made efforts to welcome her, owing to their longstanding friendship with Prince Harry and Prince William. Bower claims that upon Meghan's residence at Kensington Palace, a member of Victoria's staff even offered her beauty and fashion advice. However, when Meghan reportedly asked Victoria for complimentary clothes and handbags, palace regulations vetoed the request.
During a private stay in Beverly Hills to evade paparazzi, Meghan reportedly stayed in the Beckhams' Beverly Hills home, with all her needs discreetly catered to by Beckham staff, free of charge. Bower suggests that despite any signs of Meghan possibly taking advantage of her new status, the Beckhams overlooked such issues.
Trouble allegedly brewed after a media report claimed Victoria had provided makeup advice to Meghan, which led to Meghan's outrage and Prince Harry supposedly being instructed to complain to David Beckham. This incident strained relations further, with Beckham denying involvement and attributing the leak to a publicist.
Complicating matters was Prince William's ongoing friendship with the Beckhams, a relationship that reportedly irked the Sussexes, who felt overshadowed by the Cambridges in terms of status and wealth. In a perceived snub, the Sussexes opted not to invite the Beckhams to their wedding dinner, despite extending invitations to other celebrities like George Clooney, whom Meghan had not personally met.
Today, commentators describe the relationship between the two couples as "frosty." An anonymous insider revealed to The Mirror on Sunday that a reconciliation seems unlikely, especially after David Beckham was reportedly furious over accusations that his circle leaked information about the Sussexes to the press.
Bower's book, building on his previous work "Revenge: Meghan, Harry, and the War Within," also alleges that Meghan failed to return designer shoes borrowed for a photo shoot, sparking controversy on social media. The biography further claims Meghan complained about hotel room sizes and requested anonymity under an alias to avoid paparazzi before her relationship with Prince Harry became public.
Overall, Bower paints a picture of complex relationships, ego clashes, and media intrigues within celebrity and royal circles, shedding light on tensions and missteps that have shaped public perceptions of both the Beckhams and the Sussexes.
