Queen's Cousin Reveals Skepticism on Meghan Before Wedding

Newly revealed memoirs and interviews with Lady Elizabeth Anson, a close confidante of Queen Elizabeth II and a royal party planner, shed light on the late Queen's and Lady Elizabeth's reservations about Meghan Markle prior to and after her marriage to Prince Harry. Lady Elizabeth expressed skepticism about Meghan's genuine affection for Harry, suggesting that Meghan might have engineered the relationship and warning that she could cause trouble, noting Meghan's intelligence and strength in contrast to Harry's perceived weakness. The Queen was reportedly displeased with the "Megxit" situation, deeply saddened by Harry and Meghan's decision to step back from royal duties and move to California in 2020. Tensions were also noted around Meghan's wedding preparations, including her refusal to share details about her Givenchy wedding dress with the Queen, who found the dress "flamboyant" and inappropriate for a divorcee. Lady Elizabeth recounted that Harry was rude to the Queen during a meeting, further straining family relations. These insights come from journalist Sally Bedell Smith's work published on her Substack 'Royal Extras' and provide a rare glimpse into the private dynamics within the royal family concerning Meghan and Harry.