Queen Elizabeth's Concerns About Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Revealed

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Just two weeks before their 2018 wedding, Queen Elizabeth was left "very worried" about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, according to close friend and confidant Lady Elizabeth Anson. Anson, one of the queen's most trusted advisors, shared her concerns with respected journalist and royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith. The queen's relationship with Prince Harry was strained due to Harry's alleged rudeness towards her and Meghan's refusal to share details of their wedding dress. Anson described the queen as "not at all content" with the marriage, citing concerns about Meghan's intentions and Harry's perceived weakness.

Key Takeaways:

  • Queen Elizabeth was "very worried" about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle two weeks before their wedding, according to Lady Elizabeth Anson.
  • Anson claimed that the queen was "not at all content" with the marriage, citing concerns about Meghan's intentions and Harry's perceived weakness.
  • Harry was allegedly "rude" to the queen in the run-up to the 2018 nuptials, further straining their relationship.
  • Meghan Markle refused to share details of the wedding dress with the queen, causing additional tension.
  • Anson described Queen Elizabeth as "shocked" and "saddened" by Harry's behavior, particularly his insistence on marrying Meghan without proper ecclesiastical permissions.
  • The queen's concerns about Meghan and Harry's marriage were reportedly shared with journalist Sally Bedell Smith.
  • Anson also expressed concerns about Meghan's relationship with Prince William and Kate, stating that "they are not working well."

Statistics:

  • 10 minutes: The amount of time Harry allegedly spoke rudely to the queen before their relationship was strained.
  • May 19: The date of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding.
  • 2020: The year in which Lady Elizabeth Anson passed away.

Sources:

  • (https://www.thedailybeast.com/meghan-markles-jam-fans-are-facing-this-huge-problem/)
  • (https://substack.com/@sallybedellsmith/p-166443237) Royal Extra
  • (https://www.thedailybeast.com/queen-elizabeth-feared-meghan-didnt-really-love-harry-and-engineered-royal-match/) Read more at The Daily Beast