In a striking revelation from a recent biography, it’s alleged that King Charles prohibited Meghan Markle from accompanying her husband, Prince Harry, to Balmoral during Queen Elizabeth II’s last hours.
Author Rob Jobson sheds light on this controversial decision in his latest work focused on the Princess of Wales.
According to Jobson, the 39-year-old Duke of Sussex opted to take a private jet solo to Scotland, missing the chance to travel with his family on the fateful day his grandmother passed away at 96.
The Queen, who took her last breaths on September 8, 2022, faced her final moments surrounded by only Princess Anne, who was fortunate enough to be present.
Jobson recounts that while King Charles had been with his mother earlier in the day, he ventured out to “clear his head” and, along with other senior royals, failed to make it back to Balmoral before the Queen’s death.
“Prince Harry’s decision to fly separately from his family stemmed from disputes over Meghan’s presence,” Jobson notes.
The tension peaked when Harry insisted on bringing Meghan along during a phone call to his father, only to be told she was not welcome.
This response reportedly led to significant friction between father and son, further complicating their already strained relationship.
Although Meghan did not travel to Balmoral when the Queen passed, choosing instead to stay with their children, Jobson speculates her decision might have been swayed by Harry’s frustration over the situation.
Their relationship with the late monarch went through significant shifts after their departure from royal duties in 2020, which the Queen viewed as a threat to the monarchy’s stability.
In a notable analysis, Jobson suggests that the Queen acted decisively to secure the monarchy’s future when Harry and Meghan proposed a dual-life arrangement, dividing their time between the UK and the United States.
She believed that a clear definition of royal roles was essential for the monarchy to thrive.
According to Jobson, the Queen felt deeply disappointed following Harry’s departure, wishing for him not to exploit his royal status for personal gain.
While recognizing the couple’s unique appeal to the younger generation, she found the idea of them profiting from their titles absolutely unacceptable.
The Queen reportedly did not oppose their choice to step back from royal duties.
Still, she stressed that it meant losing their royal patronages and forbidding the use of their HRH titles in personal or commercial contexts.
This decision is said to have left Harry feeling hurt and shocked, despite his voluntary exit from royal life.
In a candid moment shared with readers, Prince Harry confirms the ban on Meghan in his memoir, “Spare.” He relays a heated exchange with his father, where he firmly requested that such language regarding his wife cease immediately, further underscoring the emotional stakes of the royal family dynamics.
Harry’s account describes how he was initially prepared to travel to Scotland with his wife, but minutes after an announcement concerning the Queen’s health, he was told he had to make the journey alone.
He arrived at Balmoral shortly after the tragic news broke and learned of the Queen’s passing from an online news source.
Upon his arrival, he was met by Princess Anne, who personally escorted him to see the Queen.
In that somber setting, he expressed his hope that she was at peace, revealing the depth of their bond in those final moments.
While these revelations from “Spare” continue to spark interest, the royal family has maintained its silence on the matter, suggesting that the ongoing disputes need to settle before any potential healing can begin.
Harry’s memoir doesn’t just focus on the ban at Balmoral; it also shares insights into broader familial tensions, including an alleged altercation with his brother William and the friction between Meghan and Kate Middleton.
Prince Charles remains hopeful for a reconciliation with Harry, despite the revelations and tensions outlined in the memoir.
He aims for Harry to play a role during the upcoming coronation, signifying a desire to mend the fractured relationship.
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