Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were criticised by fans after sources close to them gave insight into their private meeting with the King and Queen last week. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex met with Charles and Camilla privately last Friday, during Harry’s five-day trip to Britain. The meeting took place at the King’s private Highgrove House and Buckingham Palace only confirmed that it had taken place, without any additional comments.
Sources Share Details of Top-Secret Meeting
“Sources close to the Sussexes” spoke to Vanity Fair and shared a glimpse about the private meeting. They said the catch-up, which included both Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, lasted for about “an hour” and that it was “completely cloak-and-dagger, orchestrated by the King.” A source told the outlet: “They are keeping the meeting top secret. They haven’t said anything to anyone. The agreement was made before they met the king that nothing would be shared—no photos, no details. It was a top-secret arrangement and they pulled it off, and frankly they are delighted about that.”
Fans React with Anger on Social Media
Despite not revealing what was actually said or done in the meeting, some fans accused the Sussex couple of making those “leaks” on purpose. One user said on X: “They are telling us they kept the meeting secret are no leaks while leaking to the press. The [Sussexes] are [clown emoji] and so stupid to do this. The King is not going to be happy.” Another commented: “I don't think KC will be surprised. If he is he's the only one. He seems hell-bent on bringing H back. This week proves it.” A third opined: “We all knew it was coming, was just a matter of time. I thought they’d wait at least a week, but…” A fourth joked: “Yep - nothing says ‘keeping quiet’ like a Sussex source yapping to Vanity Fair.” Another blasted: “They have a very loose definition of 'top secret'! The meeting took place they say; they say where, when, how long it lasted. how pleased they are, who was there. Pathetic.”
Chaotic Week Leading to the Meeting
The “top-secret” meeting came after a chaotic week of varying statements from both sides regarding the duke’s accommodation and whether he would be joined by his family in his trip. Harry was expected to bring his wife and his children to London with him, but the plan was scrapped due to security concerns. Meghan was also expected to join him at some of the Invictus Games events but pulled out at the eleventh hour.
