A source recently claimed King Charles III did not decide to boot out Meghan and Harry of Frogmore Cottage alone but, rather, “is working in partnership” with Prince William.
Lorrain says Harry can ‘get hotel room’ after Frogmore ‘eviction’
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The claim made by a source to the Daily Beast that Prince William worked “in partnership” with King Charles over the decision to evict the Duke and Duchess of Sussex from Frogmore Cottage raised questions about the Prince of Wales’s reasons to support this move. Royal commentator Daniela Elser believes the Prince of Wales’s reported involvement in this matter opens to questioning how much of this decision “was driven by a hard-nosed focus on ensuring the Royal Family operates as leanly as possibly” and how much “was just good old-fashioned revenge”.
Prince William is the heir to the throne (Image: GETTY)
In an op-ed for News.com.au, the Australian commentator noted William has been one of those hit the hardest by the criticism and allegations raised by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in their biographical Netflix documentary and in Spare. As it was confirmed earlier this month, Meghan and Harry were asked by Buckingham Palace in January, just hours after the publication of the Duke’s memoir, to vacate their home in Windsor. While it was initially reported the residence had been offered to Prince Andrew, as part of an overhaul of the royal spending, on Monday it was claimed his younger daughter Princess Eugenie has already moved into the cottage.
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Dr Shola lashes out at Charles and William for ‘snubbing’ Lilibet’s christening
The lawyer and activist branded the Royal Family “pretty” for not attending Lilibet Diana’s christening.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced Princess Lilibet was christened in LA. It is understood the King was aware beforehand that the Sussexes intended to refer to their daughter as Princess Lili and that there had been correspondence about the matter. Lili, who turns two in June, was baptised in California on Friday, with the couple’s spokesperson saying: “I can confirm that Princess Lilibet Diana was christened on Friday March 3 by the Archbishop of Los Angeles, the Rev John Taylor.”
Fergie reveals how female royals shaped her life as she opens up on friendship with Diana
Sarah Ferguson was an official member of the Royal Family for 10 years.
Fergie has revealed how certain female members of the Royal Family shaped her life, an interview which coincides with International Women’s Day. The Duchess of York sheds light into her special friendship with the late Princess Diana.
Prince Harry’s ‘choice of guru’ may prove ‘unwise’ following drugs comments
EXCLUSIVE:Prince Harry‘s “controversial” comments about his drug use during his interview with Dr Gabor Maté have not been “beneficial” for his image, according to a royal expert.
Prince Harry’s “choice of guru” for his sit down therapy session may have been “unwise”, according to one royal commentator. During a live streamed therapy session the Duke opened up on topics ranging from his drug use to mental health and even his self-proclaimed “broken home” at the heart of the Royal Family.
Attendees were reportedly serenaded by a gospel choir, who are believed to have performed songs such as ‘Oh Happy Day’ and ‘This Little Light of Mine’ — a song that was played at the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s wedding in 2018.
An insider has revealed that after the ceremony, guests were “treated to an afternoon of food and dancing”, with the couple’s son Archie even “enjoying a dance with his little sister!”.
A source told People, who confirmed the news, that King Charles, the Queen Consort and the Prince and Princess of Wales had been invited to the event but had not attended.
Archie danced with Lili at her Christening (Image: NETFLIX/harry and meghan)
Sarah Ferguson tipped for key role at Oscars ceremony as she strives to reinvent her image
The Duchess of York has close ties with the Presley family, with the biopic Elvis up for eight awards at the prestigious ceremony.
Sarah Fergusonhas been tipped to appear at the Oscars ceremony on Sunday night as she spends more time in the US promoting her novels and her career away from royal life. The Duchess may even be presenting an award thanks to her close connections with the Presley family.
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King Charles given heads up of Lilibet and Archie’s title change before Sussex statement
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex informed King Charles of their decision to use their children’s titles before sharing the news with the world, a royal source has confirmed.
They said: “The appropriate conversations have taken place ahead of today’s news [of Lilibet’s christening].”
A spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex said: “I can confirm that Princess Lilibet Diana was christened on Friday, March 3 by the Archbishop of Los Angeles, the Rev John Taylor.”
Ahead of a reception she will host today at Buckingham Palace, Queen Camilla marked International Women’s Day by putting the spotlight on a number of inspirational women.
Buckingham Palace shared her message in a tweet, which read: “International Women’s Day is a day to celebrate female achievement, to encourage and inspire one another, and to thank the women in our lives for their contribution to society.
“I would like to take this opportunity to highlight just some of the remarkable women whom I have had the privilege of meeting over the past year.
“To me, they represent, not only themselves and their own efforts, but also the millions of brilliant women who make a difference each day.
“Because, to steal a quote, ‘Behind every great woman… is another great woman’.”
The message was followed by a series of tweets spotlighting successful and inspiring women.
Among them, Camilla named Ukraine‘s First Lady Olena Zelenska.
Prince Harry and Meghan dismiss Frogmore eviction as simply ‘unfortunate’ decision
The eviction of Prince Harry and Meghan from Frogmore Cottage has come at an “unfortunate” time for the couple, according to a source.
While they said the Sussexes were “matter-of-fact” about having to leave the property, it has raised security questions over where the family can stay when they visit the UK.
An insider told People magazine that the couple considered the Windsor property as a safe haven in the UK for their family, but added they are not trying to fight the eviction.
Queen’s death has devastating impact on horse racing as support for sport plummets
Queen Elizabeth II was known for her passion for horse racing, however, a new survey has discovered that support for the sport among young people has plummeted.
The news comes ahead of the famous Cheltenham Festival, which takes place this year from March 14-17.
Prince Andrew ‘furious’ at threat to ban him from wearing ceremonial robes at Coronation
King Charles may ban his brother Prince Andrew from wearing ceremonial robes at his Coronation in May.
The King is said to be undecided over the decision to allow Prince Andrew to wear his velvet robes and insignia denoting his position as a Knight of the Garter.
Andrew is reportedly “furious” as he is kept in the dark while His Majesty mulls over the decision.
According to the Mirror, a source claimed the Prince had been “left completely in the dark” over his role and required dress for the coronation.
The royal insider added: “Andrew is furious. He’s already not playing a part and now he feels he is being disrespected and dictated to over something he is fully entitled to (wear).”
Meghan and Harry ‘destroyed on own turf’ as couple put celeb pals in ‘terrible position’
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were “destroyed on their own turf” over the weekend after comedian Chris Rock mocked the couple’s race claim about the Royal Family.
He took aim at Meghan for accusing an unnamed member of the Royal Family of racism during an interview with Oprah Winfrey.
Royal expert Kinsey Schofield pointed out that the Sussexes must be “feeling the burn right now”.
She told Sky News Australia: “This happened on their own turf. Netflix paid Harry and Meghan hundreds of thousands of dollars to create content for them and Chris Rock goes on their own platform and destroys them. They are feeling the burn right now.”
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