While the world watched in admiration as Prince Harry 2018 wedding to Meghan Markle unfolded at St George's Chapel, Windsor, royal insiders now claim that the Late Queen was deeply hurt by the events surrounding the big day.
Behind the Royal Smile: What Reportedly Troubled the Late Queen
According to renowned royal biographer Ingrid Seward, the Late Queen was far from pleased with Prince Harry's 2018 pre-wedding behaviour. Seward cites Lady Elizabeth Anson, a cousin and close confidant of the monarch, who shared that Queen Elizabeth felt genuinely deeply hurt by the way things unfolded.
The issue wasn’t just the pomp of the wedding, but specific actions that reportedly left a lasting emotional impact on Her Majesty. One such incident revolved around Meghan Markle’s choice of headwear. She had selected the Queen Mary Diamond Bandeau tiara, but was denied access to it for a hair trial, sparking an argument.
The Tiara Clash That Left Royal Tensions High
Sources claim that Prince Harry raised his voice at Angela Kelly, the Queen’s trusted dresser, causing friction. The Late Queen reportedly disapproved of this behaviour, viewing it as disrespectful, and it contributed to her being deeply hurt.
Another tradition-defying decision came with Meghan wearing a full white gown and veil. Given that this was her second marriage, it reportedly sparked private criticism, as white is typically reserved for first-time brides.
From Close Bond to Royal Distance
Before the wedding drama, the Late Queen and Prince Harry shared a close and joyful relationship. They were even spotted laughing together in a 2016 promotional video for the Invictus Games. However, by the time of Prince Harry's 2018 nuptials, that dynamic had shifted.
Following the couple’s decision to step down from royal duties in 2020, royal insiders say the Queen’s sense of duty clashed with Harry’s newfound independence. Lady Elizabeth Anson once revealed, “Turning one’s back on duty is completely alien to the Queen, and she has been left very deeply hurt by it all.”
A Royal Rift That Still Echoes Today
While the couple continue building their life in California, the events of Prince Harry 2018 wedding still stir headlines. The Late Queen, known for her stoicism, was reportedly shaken by the behaviour and tone of that time — moments that would quietly mark the beginning of a deeper royal divide.
