In a surprising twist of royal events, a recent account reveals that Queen Elizabeth II displayed an unusually emotional reaction upon learning the name of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s second child, Princess Lilibet.
Known for her composed demeanor, the Queen’s burst of anger is said to have left her aides startled, marking a rare departure from her typically reserved public persona.
According to Robert Jobson, author of The Windsor Legacy: A Royal Dynasty of Secrets, Scandal and Survival, the Queen’s displeasure was particularly tied to the personal significance of the name Lilibet, a cherished nickname utilized only by her intimates.
Rather shockingly, it was not through her grandson or palace staff that she learned of the child’s name, but rather from the morning headlines, which she found deeply distressing.
Jobson’s account, published in excerpts by the Daily Mail, suggests that the Queen’s reaction was far from subtle.
Upon reading the announcement, she reportedly flung the newspaper to the floor, a dramatic gesture that garnered the attention of her startled aides.
This moment was significant; it marked a rare glimpse into the Queen’s emotional landscape, which has largely remained hidden from the public eye throughout her reign.
In the wake of Lilibet’s birth, Harry and Meghan rushed to relay that they had previously informed the Queen of their decision, asserting that she had given her enthusiastic approval.
However, this assertion has been a source of contention, reigniting the debate about whether the couple truly sought and received permission to use the deeply sentimental name.
The situation only became murkier when, shortly after the announcement in 2021, a palace insider hinted to the BBC that Harry may not have sought his grandmother’s approval prior to naming his daughter after her.
This revelation triggered days of speculation, further complicated by contrasting reports from various sources about the Queen’s reaction.
Adding to the intrigue, royal author Robert Hardman recounted in Charles III: New King, New Court, The Inside Story that a staff member recalled seeing the Queen “as angry as they’d ever seen her” upon discovering the name.
This testimony lends weight to claims that the situation was more than just a minor family spat.
Despite the swirling rumors, supporters of Harry and Meghan firmly contend that the couple did indeed receive the nod from the Queen to use her beloved nickname.
A close source emphasized in 2024, “Meghan and Harry 100 percent got permission from the queen to use the name Lilibet.” Their stance has remained steadfast, insisting that the name was a gesture of deep respect toward the monarch, who is a significant symbol in Harry’s life.
The couple’s intention behind naming their daughter Lilibet, coupled with the middle name ‘Diana,’ was aimed at honoring two monumental women in Harry’s life.
This choice was narrated as a thoughtful tribute rather than a rebellious act against royal norms, highlighting the couple’s admiration for their family legacies.
As speculation lingered and opinions varied, the Sussexes’ legal representatives sent formal communications to the media.
Their rebuttal stated emphatically that
