Queen Camilla Allegedly Claimed Meghan Markle 'Brainwashed' Prince Harry in Explosive New Book
A new book by author Tom Bower makes the sensational claim that Queen Camilla told a close friend Meghan Markle had 'brainwashed' Prince Harry. This alleged remark came as the bitter feud between the Sussexes and the wider Royal Family intensified dramatically.
Teatime Confrontation and Mounting Tensions
In a dramatic account of the relationship breakdown, Bower asserts that tensions were already spiralling dangerously just weeks after Harry and Meghan returned from their honeymoon in the summer of 2018. The book details a supposedly conciliatory teatime meeting between Prince Harry and his brother, Prince William, which reportedly culminated in Meghan snapping at the future King. She is alleged to have told William: 'If you don't mind, get your finger out of my face.'
This clash occurred amid growing concern within palace circles that Prince Harry was changing fundamentally under Meghan's influence. The book claims he even swapped his mobile phone number in secret, a move seen as symbolic of his distancing from his former life. 'Meghan's brainwashed Harry,' Camilla is said to have confided to a friend as the dispute worsened. This remark allegedly reflected deep-seated fears that the once carefree prince had become estranged from his relatives and the existence he knew before meeting the Suits actress.
Early Doubts from William and Catherine
According to the book, Prince William harboured serious doubts about Meghan long before the couple's wedding. He reportedly warned his younger brother that the relationship was moving far too rapidly. 'It's gone too quickly,' the future monarch is said to have advised Harry about his budding romance. These misgivings were reportedly shared by William's wife, Catherine, the Princess of Wales. Bower claims Kate was also deeply wary of Meghan's growing influence over Harry.
The serialised excerpts in The Times suggest both William and Kate believed Harry—who had struggled profoundly following his mother Diana's death and battled issues with drink, drugs, and mental health—was particularly vulnerable. While Meghan's ambition and drive captivated Harry, the family increasingly regarded her as a potential destabilising force within the monarchy.
Perceptions of Ambition and Rejection of Tradition
The author further claims that William and Catherine suspected Meghan was unhappy about the inherent limits of Harry's future royal role. They reportedly believed she 'regretted' the fact she would likely never become Queen. Instead of accepting the traditional, supportive role of the royal 'spare', Harry began to push back aggressively against palace control and distanced himself from his old circle of friends.
Bower writes that the prince, once known for his boisterous, fun-loving ways, became 'possessed by seeking revenge'. Since the Sussexes quit their senior royal duties and relocated to California in 2020, they have become increasingly isolated from Britain. Meghan has focused intently on building a commercial brand in the United States, though this path has faced hurdles. At a recent Netflix event promoting upcoming shows, Meghan's new lifestyle series With Love reportedly failed to receive a mention from the streaming giant's head of content.
Publicity Efforts and Strained Reconciliation Hopes
Bower also recounts how the couple attempted to bolster their public image during devastating California wildfires by visiting a Pasadena soup kitchen and sharing footage on social media. However, critics accused them of staging a publicity stunt. Hollywood film-maker Justine Bateman branded the couple 'ambulance chasers' and 'disaster tourists'.
Looking ahead, Prince Harry reportedly hopes his father, King Charles III, will open the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham—the international sporting event for wounded veterans he founded in 2014. Yet, with family relations still profoundly strained, Bower suggests such a meaningful reconciliation remains highly unlikely in the near future, painting a picture of a rift that continues to define the modern monarchy.
