Royal Rift: Queen's Concerns Over Prince Harry's Marriage Plans Exposed

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As the first cousin of Queen Elizabeth II, Lady Elizabeth Anson was a trusted confidante and sounding board for the monarch's concerns, including those surrounding Prince Harry's relationship with Meghan Markle. In discussions with journalist and royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith, Lady Elizabeth revealed that the Queen was "really upset" about Harry's wedding plans, which were being carried out without her involvement. The late Queen's concerns also extended to the discord between Meghan and the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton.

Key Takeaways:

  • Lady Elizabeth Anson, a close friend and confidante of Queen Elizabeth II, shared conversations with the monarch that revealed her concerns about Prince Harry's marriage plans to Meghan Markle in 2018.
  • The Queen was "really upset" about Harry's decision to plan his wedding without her involvement, with Lady Elizabeth recalling that Harry told her the Queen had been "dismayed" by the arrangement.
  • The Queen also voiced concerns about the discord between Meghan and Kate Middleton, recognizing that there was "no love lost" between the two women.
  • Lady Elizabeth stated that Meghan could "turn into nothing but trouble" and that Harry was "besotted and weak" about women, leading to concerns about their relationship.
  • The Queen's worries about Meghan's intentions and the potential impact on her grandson's life led to Lady Elizabeth describing her as "really worried".
  • Despite their differences, the Queen and Lady Elizabeth maintained a close relationship, with Lady Elizabeth being made a Commander of the Royal Victorian Order in 2019 for her services to the monarchy.

Statistics:

  • 2018: The year in which Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding plans were carried out without the Queen's involvement, leading to her concerns and dismay.
  • 2019: The year in which Lady Elizabeth Anson was made a Commander of the Royal Victorian Order for her services to the monarchy.
  • May 19, 2018: The date of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle.

Sources:

  • Sally Bedell Smith's Substack, Royal Extras (no publication date mentioned)
  • Online article by Victoria Ward, Deputy Royal Editor, (no publication date mentioned)
  • Interview with Lady Elizabeth Anson by Sally Bedell Smith (no date mentioned)