Kate Middleton’s health and the controversy with Meghan Markle
The British Royal Family is at the center of an unprecedented media storm. Recently, King Charles III resumed royal duties following his cancer diagnosis, but this has failed to quell public criticism. Kate Middleton’s health remains a mystery and a topic of constant speculation. In the midst of this panorama, an old controversy has resurfaced that has further fueled tensions: the humiliation that Kate Middleton suffered at the hands of Meghan Markle with an insulting comment about her ‘baby brain’.
The origin of the controversy
It all started in May 2018, during preparations for Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding. Tension was reportedly palpable between the two couples. However, the spark that lit the fire was a seemingly innocent comment from Meghan Markle. During rehearsals, the princess apparently omitted an ‘insignificant detail’ about her role at the wedding, prompting her sister-in-law to comment that Kate, who had just given birth to her third child, Prince Louis, had ‘ baby brain’. Although the phrase was intended to refer to the distraction that her recent motherhood can cause, Kate Middleton felt deeply offended by the former actress’s comment. According to close sources, the situation became so tense that there was a direct confrontation between the two. This was the beginning of the end for any cordial relationship that may have existed between the sisters-in-law.
Disputes over Princess Charlotte’s dress
The second major disagreement occurred a few days before the wedding, focusing on the bridesmaid dress that Princess Charlotte was to wear. The daughter of the Prince of Wales tried on the dress four days before the event and it turned out that it was too big for her. Meghan Markle, trying to solve the problem, suggested that her own tailor could adjust it. However, Kate Middleton flatly refused this proposal. Kate’s refusal sparked a heated argument that left Meghan crying inconsolably. Although the next day Prince William’s wife tried to rectify the situation by sending flowers and an apology card to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, the damage had already been done. This incident solidified the fracture between the two and exacerbated tensions within the Royal Family.
Harry and Meghan’s strategy
While Kate Middleton focuses on her recovery and caring for her three children, the British press is speculating about an alleged secret strategy by Harry and Meghan Markle to overshadow the monarchy. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are said to be taking advantage of this delicate moment for the Crown, with Kate’s illness and criticism of King Charles III, to gain prominence. Despite Kate’s serious illness, the brothers have not managed to reconcile and the disputes between Harry and William have escalated to a point of no return since 2018. Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton are at the centre of the storm.