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Prince Harry's Relationship with Queen Elizabeth II: Insights from Late Royal Cousin

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's relationship with Queen Elizabeth II was reportedly strained as they prepared for their wedding in May 2018. Sources close to the Queen, including her late cousin Lady Elizabeth Anson, have revealed the monarch's concerns about Harry's behavior and the couple's wedding arrangements. According to Lady Elizabeth, the Queen was worried about Harry's "besotted and weak" nature, while also expressing doubts about Meghan's suitability as a partner.

The Queen was said to be dismayed by Harry's refusal to consult the Dean of Windsor over certain wedding arrangements, which she believed fell within the Dean's jurisdiction. Lady Elizabeth also stated that Meghan was "full of charm" initially but may have engineered the relationship and was seen as more intelligent and thoughtful than Harry.

The relationship between Harry and the Queen has been the subject of much speculation and media attention. Despite the reported tensions, the Queen has continued to support Harry and Meghan in their royal duties.

Key Takeaways:

  • Prince Harry's relationship with Queen Elizabeth II was reportedly strained as he prepared to marry Meghan Markle in May 2018.
  • The Queen was said to be worried about Harry's "besotted and weak" nature, as revealed by her late cousin Lady Elizabeth Anson.
  • Harry's failure to consult the Dean of Windsor over wedding arrangements was seen as a concern by the Queen.
  • Meghan Markle was initially "full of charm" but may have engineered the relationship, according to Lady Elizabeth.
  • The Queen's views on the couple's relationship were influenced by Lady Elizabeth, who was a close confidante in her later life.

Statistics:

  • The Queen's cousin Lady Elizabeth Anson passed away five years ago at the age of 79.
  • The couple's wedding took place in May 2018.
  • According to Lady Elizabeth, the Queen was instrumental in naming Meghan "Suits" actress, Shonda Rhimes got a call from a royal member to tell her the couple was having problems but Shonda had written to Prince Harry before that.

Sources:

  • Sally Bedell Smith's blog Royals Extra on Substack.
  • The Mail's article "Royal train hits buffers - Pages 12-13".

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