Title: The Royal Rift: Understanding the Conflict between Meghan and Kate
Who said being a sister-in-law to a future queen would be easy? That's apparently what Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, discovered during her time with the Royal Family. The ladies, both married to Prince William and Prince Harry, reportedly had a rocky relationship filled with competition, jealousy, and some major misunderstandings.
Princess Kate's Popularity and Meghan's Resentment
Living in the shadow of royalty can be challenging. Meghan, a self-made woman, seemingly felt outshone by Kate, the future Queen of Great Britain. Mind you, they both share similar ages and married brothers, but Meghan admired Kate's status a tad too much, always wanting to take the top spot.
According to a source, Meghan frequently compared herself to Kate. Whatever Kate had, Meghan wanted more, often causing tension between the two. Adding fuel to the fire were rumors of Kate's popularity among the royal staff. When Kate visited the staff quarters after the birth of her son, Prince Louis, she introduced everyone to the infant, leaving the staff touched by her kindness. In comparison, Meghan seemed to have trouble gaining the same level of affection from the staff.
Queen Bee vs. The Newcomer
Meghan's lack of royal pedigree might have fostered feelings of inadequacy. When Meghan tried to take the lead during a Royal Foundation event, Prince William and Kate reportedly showed signs of displeasure. This incident, noted by royal expert Tina Brown in her book "The Palace Papers," marked a turning point in their relationship.
Meghan struggled to fit into the well-established Royal Foundation. She felt like an outsider despite making significant efforts to be part of the team, such as hosting tea parties for the staff. In contrast, Kate seemed to effortlessly garner the attention and love of the crowd.
The Friendship Factor
Meghan's best friend, stylist Jessica Mulroney, further complicated matters between the Duchesses. Jessica's meeting with Kate, described as a "fangirl moment," didn't sit well with Meghan. The incident underscored the perceived imbalance of power between the two women.
The Silent Treatment
Things took a turn for the worse in 2018, leading to what seems like a permanent rift between the two. Four years have passed since Meghan and Kate have reportedly communicated. While at the beginning of their friendship, Meghan would call Kate "Kate," the rest of the family referred to her as Catherine.
It's clear that the relationship between Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton was, and remains, a complex and entangled one. Although we can’t write off the possibility of future mending of their friendship, as of now, the tensions continue to linger.
