A behind-the-scenes hospital video of Meghan Markle twerking before giving birth has set off a storm of royal outrage, with sources claiming the footage has pushed relations between the Sussexes and the Cambridges to a new low.
The footage, posted to Meghan’s Instagram account on June 4, marked daughter Lilibet Diana’s fourth birthday. The clip showed Meghan dancing to Starrkeisha’s “The Baby Momma Dance” inside her hospital room just hours before giving birth. Prince Harry appeared briefly in the background, laughing and joining in.
Meghan explained in the caption that after trying everything from spicy food to acupuncture, she turned to dancing as her final move to induce labor. While her fans online offered mixed reactions—some calling it joyful and others cringeworthy—the verdict inside Kensington Palace was far more severe.
According to Star Magazine, Prince William and Kate Middleton were left stunned by the video. A royal insider said they were shocked and thought the post was tacky. The clip was viewed by palace insiders as another attention-seeking stunt, adding fuel to the already deepening rift between the couples.
Kate Middleton reportedly called Meghan’s dance ‘vulgar’
An insider told Star Magazine that Kate has privately told friends she would never act in such a vulgar way, no matter the situation. The same source revealed William was embarrassed to see his younger brother behaving like a teenager while still being fifth in line to the throne.
The video, according to the source, reflects poorly not just on Harry and Meghan, but on the entire royal family. Even in exile, Harry’s actions are viewed as carrying implications for the monarchy.
While Meghan continues to expand her public persona, the royals believe she is crossing boundaries that former senior members of the family would never have dared to approach.
Meghan doubles down with Disneyland trip and brand launch
Just two days after the video post, Meghan shared another clip on social media—this time featuring a private visit to Disneyland with Harry and their children. In her post, she thanked the theme park for giving the family “two days of pure joy.”
This came after she teased new product launches on her “As Ever” brand site. Critics and U.K. tabloids are accusing Meghan of shifting from royalty to full-blown influencer, with one insider telling Star Magazine she’s focused more on monetization than her previous activism.
Kate reportedly believes Meghan pays no attention to the consequences of her actions. While one prepares for the throne, the other is accused of building a brand off royal rebellion.
Now, with her rosé wine brand rumored to be next, insiders are wondering how far Meghan will go to stay in the spotlight.
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