A fresh book delving into the life of King Charles sheds light on the intense rivalry between his sons and the volatile dynamics within the royal family.
Authored by renowned royal expert Robert Jobson, “Our King: Charles III — The Man and the Monarch Revealed” is set to hit bookstores on April 13, but snippets have already made waves in the British press.
Here are five startling revelations from the early excerpts:
1.
Meghan Markle was deliberately kept off the royal payroll by Charles
When Prince Harry disclosed his intention to wed Meghan Markle to Charles and William, the response he received was lukewarm, as per Jobson's account.
William even questioned Harry's decision, asking, “Are you sure, Harold?”
Instead of offering congratulations, Charles informed Harry that Meghan would not be financially supported during their relationship, citing existing financial commitments to Camilla and William's family.
This news left Harry incensed, according to Jobson.
2.
Trust shattered: Charles and William distanced themselves from Harry
Following Harry and Meghan's explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey in March 2021, relations within the royal family deteriorated significantly.
Charles and William, aiming to contain the fallout, agreed never to meet Harry alone again.
They felt betrayed by Harry's comments about feeling “trapped” in the family, as detailed in the book.
3.
Queen Elizabeth II grew weary of Harry's controversies
By the time of Queen Elizabeth II's passing in September 2022, Harry had few allies left within the family.
Even the Queen, who had been a supportive figure, became exasperated with Harry and Meghan's actions, labeling them as “quite mad.”
She believed Harry's judgment was clouded by his devotion to Meghan.
4.
Meghan excluded from crucial ‘Megxit' discussions over security concerns
During the pivotal “Megxit” deliberations, the Queen opted not to involve Meghan due to fears of the video call being compromised.
This decision was made to ensure the confidential nature of the discussions, while other royals convened in person.
5.
Tensions surface: Kate's discomfort during public appearance with Harry and Meghan
After the Queen's demise, a public display of unity involving Harry, Meghan, William, and Kate at Windsor Castle concealed underlying tensions.
Despite the facade of harmony, Kate privately expressed the ordeal as one of her most challenging experiences, as revealed in the book.
Sources described the show of unity as a mere façade.
6.
Charles perturbed by Harry's timing of relationship announcement
When Harry publicly affirmed his relationship with Meghan in 2016, Charles was overseas in Bahrain.
The sudden media frenzy diverted attention from Charles's official duties, much to his displeasure.
The incident irked Charles, who perceived it as a breach of protocol and decorum, especially in the absence of the Queen.
In conclusion, the revelations unearthed in the book highlight the intricate web of relationships and tensions within the royal family, offering an intriguing glimpse into the private lives of its members.
