The festive season is gearing up for another royal rivalry as Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton prepare for events that could put them directly in competition. This December, the Duchess of Sussex is expected to release her own holiday special on Netflix, a move that is already raising eyebrows among royal watchers.
At the same time, the Princess of Wales is widely expected to continue her cherished annual Together At Christmas concert at Westminster Abbey. Since its launch, the event has become one of the most loved royal traditions, celebrating community spirit and charitable work during the festive season.
The timing of Meghan Markle’s project has sparked speculation that it could be yet another example of the ongoing comparisons between the two royal women. Their public appearances and initiatives have often been examined side by side since Meghan married into the royal family in 2018.
Royal expert Hugo Vickers spoke to The Sun and suggested that Meghan’s latest project may not be a simple coincidence. He claimed there is a pattern where whenever Catherine the Princess of Wales launches something, Meghan unveils something of her own soon after.
“It is always said that whenever Catherine the Princess of Wales starts something, Meghan Markle does something else to cap it, or in some way clash with it,” Vickers observed, hinting that the scheduling could be deliberate rather than accidental.
The royal commentator acknowledged that the holiday season is filled with Christmas specials, making it natural for different events to overlap. However, he noted that the Westminster Abbey concert is unique in both purpose and sentiment.
Vickers described Kate Middleton’s annual concert as “incredibly moving and incredibly special” because it is created for the benefit of others. It honors people who have suffered hardships, as well as those who have dedicated themselves to helping charities and supporting their communities.
In contrast, Vickers appeared skeptical about the potential impact of Meghan Markle’s upcoming holiday program. He made a playful jab at her lifestyle, remarking that he was “not quite convinced that Meghan Markle dissecting some more petals and scattering them over salads, or whatever she is going to be doing in California, is in quite the same league.”
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The expert compared the concept of Meghan’s Netflix release to the tradition of popular television dramas releasing festive episodes. “It is a bit like Downton Abbey, which always had a Christmas special that people tuned into year after year,” Vickers said, suggesting it could become a recurring format.
Kate Middleton has hosted Together At Christmas since 2021, turning it into a warm and heartfelt tradition that resonates with audiences both in the United Kingdom and abroad. Each year, the concert is broadcast nationwide and brings together celebrities, royals, and ordinary people who have made extraordinary contributions.
Meghan Markle’s holiday special, on the other hand, is expected to reflect her own personal and creative style. While Netflix has not released full details, insiders believe it could feature lifestyle content, family moments, and perhaps even festive cooking or décor segments filmed in California.
The inevitable comparisons between the two women’s projects could once again reignite the long-running media narrative of competition between the Duchess of Sussex and the Princess of Wales. This rivalry, whether real or perceived, has fueled headlines for years.
For some, the clash in scheduling is just part of the media cycle. For others, it is yet another sign that Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton will forever be linked in the public eye, even as they lead very different lives on opposite sides of the Atlantic.
Whether deliberate or accidental, the timing ensures that both Meghan and Kate will dominate holiday coverage this December. Royal fans will be watching closely to see which event captures the spirit of the season and leaves the lasting impression.
