In the ongoing saga of royal tensions, Princess Kate has decisively addressed the controversial remarks made by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry about race within the Royal Family.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s comments, which included claims that a royal family member had expressed concerns about their baby’s skin color, have been a source of considerable debate and scrutiny.
Buckingham Palace initially responded with a statement acknowledging the seriousness of the allegations but also emphasized that “some recollections may vary,” and that the matter would be addressed privately.
This statement was widely interpreted as a strategic response to mitigate the impact of the Sussexes’ claims while maintaining a level of diplomatic discretion.
According to Robert Jobson’s new biography, Catherine, Princess of Wales, it was Princess Kate who played a crucial role in shaping this response.
Jobson reveals that the phrase “recollections may vary” was coined by Kate herself. Initially, the palace’s draft response was described as much milder, but both Kate and Prince William were determined to strengthen the statement.
Kate’s contribution of this phrase was a deliberate move to assert a firmer stance without escalating public conflict.
Jobson’s biography further explains that Prince William’s feelings towards Harry and Meghan’s actions were intense. He perceived their behavior as unforgivable and felt they could no longer be trusted.
This sentiment reflects the deep personal and emotional impact that the allegations and subsequent revelations from the Sussexes’ Netflix series and Prince Harry’s memoir, Spare, have had on the royal couple.
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Despite the palace’s carefully worded statement and the strategic response, Prince Harry later clarified in a 2023 interview that he and Meghan never explicitly labeled the Royal Family as “racist.”
This clarification aimed to address the backlash and misunderstandings arising from their original claims.
The ongoing drama between the Sussexes and the Royal Family continues to unfold, with Princess Kate’s powerful statement standing as a notable response in this complex and highly charged situation.
The resolution of these tensions remains uncertain, as the Royal Family navigates the challenging landscape of public perception and internal relationships.
