Meghan Markle Receives Heartbreaking News from Prince William and Princess Kate's Camp
Meghan Markle has recently received some disheartening news from Buckingham Palace, with Duchess Sophie delivering a stern message that has made headlines.
For those who may not be familiar, Sophie, the wife of Prince Edward, held the title of Countess of Wessex when Prince Harry married Meghan back in 2018. At that time, Harry and Meghan's royal titles were considered higher-ranking than those of Edward and Sophie, which meant that Sophie was "duty-bound to curtsy" to Meghan.
However, things took a significant turn in 2020 when Harry and Meghan made the decision to step down from their senior working royal roles and effectively left the royal family. This shift appeared to bring some relief to Sophie, as it removed the requirement for her to curtsy to someone who was no longer involved in royal duties.
In 2023, with King Charles ascending to the throne, Edward and Sophie were granted the titles of Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh. This new status has seemed to alleviate some tension, as one source told *The Mail*, "Sophie is relieved. She no longer has to curtsy to someone in the family who has not only stepped away from royal duties but has also spent the past three years publicly criticizing the institution that Sophie works so hard to support."
Adding to the drama, another source shared with *The Sunday Times* that Edward and Sophie felt overshadowed by the higher-profile members of the royal family, such as Harry and Meghan. This overshadowing reportedly hindered their recognition and impact within the Firm.
In another report, an insider mentioned the challenges Sophie faced in gaining the acknowledgment she felt she deserved within royal circles.
The latest blow to Meghan came after reports revealed that Prince William has "big plans" for the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh once he ascends to the throne. This news comes as another setback for Meghan, as Sophie’s role within the royal family continues to grow in prominence while Meghan’s public presence seems to be shrinking.
