King Charles’ Unique Nickname for Meghan Markle Reflects His Deep Admiration
Before becoming king, Charles had a distinctive nickname for Meghan Markle, revealing his admiration for her strength and determination.
While the Duchess of Sussex has faced many critical labels in the media, King Charles referred to her as "Tungsten" during her time as a working royal.
Inspired by the unyielding nature of tungsten, this nickname was Charles’s way of recognizing Meghan’s mental resilience and unwavering character.
Sources close to the royal family explain that Charles deeply appreciated the strength Meghan brought into Prince Harry’s life, seeing her as a vital pillar of support for his son. One palace insider shared: "Prince Charles admired Meghan for her fortitude and the stability she offered Harry. He often called her 'Tungsten' as a term of endearment."
The nickname emphasized Charles’s view of Meghan as a standout member of the royal family because of her resilience.
In Katie Nicholl's book *The New Royals: Queen Elizabeth’s Legacy and the Future of the Crown*, Charles’s positive impression of Meghan is further explored. He reportedly saw her as a "breakout star" within the royal family, noting her intelligence, humor, and graceful demeanor.
Charles is said to have expressed to friends: "She’s incredibly smart, kind, and makes Harry happy. We couldn’t like her more."
The royal family is known for using nicknames to show affection and closeness, and Meghan’s "Tungsten" nickname from Charles highlights his genuine admiration for her qualities as she faced the challenges of royal life.
