Meghan Markle allegedly left Queen Elizabeth II deeply unsettled in the months leading up to her wedding to Prince Harry, according to a royal biographer who claims the former monarch warned Meghan could be “nothing but trouble.”
Veteran royal party planner Lady Elizabeth Anson, who helped organize events for the late Queen for decades, reportedly clashed with Meghan after offering suggestions for the royal wedding. According to biographer Sally Bedell Smith, Meghan dismissed the ideas and allegedly told Anson that Harry would contribute to the planning “from Africa,” a move seen by insiders as unusually dismissive.
Queen reportedly voiced private doubts over Meghan’s role
Sources close to Lady Elizabeth claimed the Queen confided that Meghan “sees things in a different way” and that she was “not at all content” with how the planning was unfolding. The monarch reportedly said the situation had genuinely “upset” her.
The Queen’s cousin allegedly warned aides that Meghan was turning into a potential problem early on. The rift was further deepened when Prince Harry allegedly broke royal tradition by inviting the Archbishop of Canterbury to officiate the wedding without seeking palace input, a move that reportedly caused lasting bruises within senior royal circles.
While many royal weddings follow long-standing protocol, Meghan and Harry’s 2018 ceremony diverged in several aspects, raising eyebrows among traditionalists.
Meghan’s ‘bossy’ label resurfaces amid insider claims
Asked about Meghan’s attitude during the wedding planning process, Lady Elizabeth reportedly said she had heard Meghan was “very much so” bossy. The comment has reignited public interest in previous claims about Meghan’s behind-the-scenes behavior while working with palace staff.
Sally Bedell Smith, who has written extensively on the Royal Family, noted that tensions between Meghan and the Royal Household began long before the couple’s royal exit. Her conversations with palace sources reportedly revealed that some courtiers were left stunned by how quickly relations with Meghan became strained.
The claims paint a stark contrast to Meghan’s public image at the time as a refreshing, modern addition to the monarchy. Critics argue that her efforts to bring a new voice to the institution clashed with palace hierarchy and long-established customs.
Tensions reportedly peaked during the run-up to the wedding, with behind-the-scenes disagreements boiling over. The Queen, usually known for her calm demeanor and diplomatic reserve, was reportedly shaken by the events.
Neither Prince Harry nor Meghan has responded publicly to the revived allegations. However, palace insiders believe the lingering resentment from this chapter contributed to the frostier royal relationships that followed. One former aide noted that what happened during the wedding preparations set the tone for the couple’s future within the Firm — and the consequences have echoed for years.
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