In a surprising twist that has left royal watchers buzzing, the late Queen Elizabeth II reportedly made a stunning remark about Meghan Markle during a royal gathering at Balmoral Castle just a month prior to her passing.
Inside sources suggest this shocking comment, referring to the Duchess of Sussex as “evil,” took everyone by surprise and raised more than a few eyebrows.
Prince Harry and Meghan’s relationship with the royal family has been strained since they decided to step away from their royal duties and plant their roots in the United States.
This shift in their lives came hand-in-hand with revelations shared in a high-profile interview with Oprah Winfrey.
It’s said that the rift prompted the Queen’s candid remark during an informal drinks reception held in August 2022.
According to a source who spoke to The Spectator, the comment was indeed out of character for the usually diplomatic Queen.
“It was startling to hear such a word come from someone universally seen as the epitome of forgiveness,” the source noted.
The gravity of the situation seemed to weigh heavily on the Queen, who, with declining health, openly reflected on how Harry’s relationship with Meghan had turned into a “complete catastrophe.”
The occasion at Balmoral was intended to be a simple gathering, but conversations quickly turned towards family matters.
The Queen’s remark about Markle seemingly stemmed from long-standing frustrations within the royal household.
Attendees were reportedly taken aback; “You could practically hear everyone’s eyebrows hitting the ceiling,” a witness humorously recalled.
While the Queen’s sentiments were evidently harsh, Markle has historically spoken fondly of her.
During her interview with Oprah, the Duchess expressed admiration for the Queen, describing her as “wonderful.”
Reflecting on their initial meeting in July 2016, Markle reminisced, “I didn’t fully understand what the job was… After all, as Americans, what do we really know about royalty?”
Despite these seemingly warm exchanges, the Queen’s discontent with the Sussexes appeared to grow over time.
An insider from InTouch Weekly shared that the consistent defiance by Harry and Meghan of the Queen’s wishes irreparably strained their relationship, especially following their decision to name their daughter Lilibet—an affectionate nickname held dear by the Queen since childhood.
The Queen, who had recently faced health challenges, made her statements with a sense of regret regarding the unfolding family drama.
It was apparent that she lamented how events had progressed; a sentiment echoed by many close to the monarch at the time.
During the Queen’s funeral service in September 2022, Harry and Meghan returned to the UK, likely navigating the underwater currents of their complicated family dynamics.
Their presence at the event was significant, yet it also highlighted the contrasting narratives painted by media and royal insiders alike.
In the wake of their move to California, Harry and Meghan have openly discussed their experiences within the royal framework, gaining widespread media attention.
Their multi-million-pound deal with Netflix and the subsequent release of their docuseries ‘Harry and Meghan’ has only added fuel to the royal fire.
With Harry’s recent public appearances, including the WellChild Awards, he has also been candid about his concerns surrounding his family’s safety, particularly Meghan’s, in the UK.
“It’s still dangerous here, and all it takes is one person acting on what they read,” he remarked in an interview, shedding light on their struggles since stepping back from royal life.
As the final chapter of Queen Elizabeth II’s life unfolded, it’s clear that her views on the Sussexes were as complex as the monarchy itself.
Her unexpected comment underscores the tensions that have persisted within one of the world’s most scrutinized families, leaving many wondering what might have been had the dynamics been different.
