Royal Shock: Meghan Markle’s Unpaid Walkabout Dismay

Meghan Markle expressed astonishment at the lack of compensation for her public walkabouts.

Despite stepping back from their senior royal duties in March 2020, a source reveals that the Duchess struggled to grasp the significance of these royal engagements.

While the Duke and Duchess were warmly welcomed during their official visits, it is alleged that Meghan privately failed to comprehend the purpose behind these interactions.

Overheard expressing disbelief at not receiving payment for shaking hands with numerous strangers, Meghan's sentiments were shared by several staff members.

Valentine Lowe's book “Courtiers: The Hidden Power Behind the Crown” sheds light on the couple's inaugural tour to Australia, where Meghan's casual demeanor was well-received by the public.

She charmed a local family by bringing homemade banana bread and was hailed as an inspiring figure during a school visit aimed at empowering young Aboriginal students academically.

However, behind the scenes, the reality painted a different picture.

Former communications secretary Jason Knopf described the tour as exceptionally challenging, exacerbated by the Duchess's behavior.

These revelations come hot on the heels of Harry and Meghan's departure from the UK following the Queen's funeral, amidst escalating rumors of strained relations with the senior royals.

The book recounts concerns raised by a travel party member regarding Meghan's approach to staffing and the pressures they faced, including managing a demanding tour while navigating personal milestones like marriage and impending parenthood.

Uncertainties loom over the future of Harry and Meghan's children, Archie and Lilibet, now fifth in line to the throne after Queen Elizabeth II's passing.

Speculation abounds regarding their royal titles, with talks of a streamlined monarchy under Charles' reign potentially impacting their status.

Recent unexpected appearances by the Sussexes alongside the Prince and Princess of Wales have sparked hopes of reconciliation and thawing tensions within the royal family.

As the monarchy grapples with transitions and tribulations, the late Prince Philip's internment revealed poignant insights into the Queen's preparations for her own eventual passing.

Katie Nicholl, a royal correspondent for Vanity Fair, shared details of the Queen's poignant directive to keep Prince Philip's coffin in the royal vault, hinting at her awareness of the inevitable reunion with her beloved husband.

This poignant gesture underscores the Queen's steadfast commitment to unity and continuity within the royal lineage, even amidst profound personal loss.