Harry reveals Kate’s angry text to Meghan before their wedding
Discover the details of the dramatic text exchange between Kate and Meghan shared by Harry in his book ‘Spare.’
The relationship between Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton has been a subject of much speculation and media attention since Meghan joined the royal family.
While many hoped the two would become close, tensions emerged early on, leading to a rift that has yet to heal. Despite initial signs of friendliness, disagreements and misunderstandings have played a significant role in shaping their dynamic.
One incident that sparked headlines occurred around the time of Meghan and Harry’s wedding. Reports suggested that Meghan had made Kate cry over a dispute regarding the flower girls’ dresses, including one worn by Princess Charlotte. However, in later interviews, Meghan refuted these claims, stating that it was actually Kate who made her cry. This moment marked the beginning of a more public unraveling of their relationship.
Meghan and Kate’s Different Worlds
In his memoir Spare, Prince Harry shared further details about the challenges Meghan faced during her time in the royal family. One of the tensions between Meghan and Kate reportedly stemmed from cultural differences. Meghan, who described herself as a hugger, was surprised to learn that her casual demeanor was not embraced by some in the royal family, including Kate, who adhered to a more formal approach both publicly and privately.
Their strained relationship only deepened after the Sussexes moved to Nottingham Cottage, near William and Kate’s residence in Kensington Palace. The couples’ proximity did little to ease tensions, with reports indicating that Meghan struggled with the hierarchical structure of royal life, where William and Kate were firmly in the spotlight.
The Dress Debacle and Its Fallout
In Spare, Harry revealed that a disagreement over Princess Charlotte’s flower girl dress escalated into a heated exchange between Meghan and Kate just days before the wedding. According to Harry, Kate sent Meghan a text about the ill-fitting dress, which left Charlotte in tears. The situation worsened when Kate was initially reluctant to meet with Meghan’s tailor to resolve the issue. The result was an emotional breakdown for Meghan, who Harry found “sobbing on the floor.”
Despite the efforts to mend things, the underlying tensions between Meghan and Kate persisted. Meghan had hoped Kate would guide her through the complexities of royal life, but that relationship never developed as she expected.
Royal Duty and the Aftermath
After stepping down from their royal duties in 2020, Harry and Meghan’s relationship with the royal family continued to deteriorate. The Sussexes’ Netflix documentary and Harry’s memoir revealed more personal details, including the difficulties Meghan experienced with various family members, particularly Kate. Despite efforts to reconcile, it appears that both women have remained distant.
Though Spare has been a commercial success, breaking records with its first-day sales, public opinion in the UK has not been as favorable toward Harry. His popularity has taken a significant hit, particularly among older generations, as many view the couple’s revelations as damaging to the monarchy.
