A prominent royal historian has disclosed private remarks attributed to the late Queen Elizabeth II, which cast a new light on her perspective regarding the marriage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. According to the historian’s account, the monarch privately characterized the couple’s relationship as a “complete catastrophe.”
The claims, reportedly based on conversations with a member of the Queen’s inner circle, suggest a significant shift in the sovereign’s view. While the Duchess of Sussex was initially perceived as charming and intelligent, concerns reportedly grew following the couple’s 2017 engagement. The Queen is said to have become “very worried” by what was described as a change in demeanor.
This reported private sentiment stands in contrast to the public image of unity presented by the palace at the time. The couple’s subsequent decision to step back from royal duties in 2020 and relocate to North America created a lasting rift within the family.
In various interviews and a documentary since their departure, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have cited a lack of institutional support and a hostile media environment as primary reasons for their exit. They have alleged a system where negative press coverage was not adequately countered by palace communications.
The historian’s account further suggests that in her final months, the late monarch reflected with regret on the trajectory of events surrounding her grandson and his wife. These revelations contribute to the ongoing narrative of a deep and complex familial schism that continues to unfold.
