In a startling revelation that has sent shockwaves through royal circles, Prince Harry has reportedly expressed fury over what he perceives as the manipulation of his mother's memory to target his wife, Meghan Markle.
The Duke of Sussex allegedly believes that Princess Diana's legacy is being deliberately used as a "stick to beat" the Duchess with, creating what sources describe as one of the most painful aspects of their ongoing rift with the Royal Family.
The Emotional Battle Over Diana's Legacy
According to insiders close to the couple, Harry feels particularly wounded by how references to his late mother have been employed in what he views as calculated attacks against Meghan. The situation has reportedly reopened old wounds for the prince, who was just twelve years old when Diana died in 1997.
"Harry sees this as the ultimate betrayal," revealed a source familiar with his thinking. "His mother's memory is sacred to him, and to see it weaponised against the woman he loves is beyond painful."
Patterns of Comparison and Criticism
The tension appears to stem from what Harry interprets as unfair comparisons between Meghan and the late Princess of Wales. Critics of the Sussexes have frequently drawn parallels between Diana's media struggles and Meghan's current challenges, but Harry allegedly believes these comparisons are being used to undermine rather than support his wife.
"There's a sense that whenever Meghan faces criticism, Diana's experiences are brought up in ways that make Meghan appear inadequate or unprepared for royal life," the source explained.
Broader Implications for Royal Relations
This latest development represents another layer of complexity in the already strained relationship between Harry and the rest of the Royal Family. The allegation suggests that the conflict extends beyond simple disagreements about roles and responsibilities into much more emotionally charged territory.
Royal commentators note that Diana's memory has always been a sensitive subject for both Harry and his brother, Prince William, making its alleged use in current disputes particularly inflammatory.
Looking Forward: No Easy Resolution
With emotions running high and fundamental disagreements about how Diana's legacy should be honoured, experts suggest this particular aspect of the royal rift may prove among the most difficult to heal. The deeply personal nature of the accusations indicates that reconciliation efforts face significant emotional hurdles.
As one royal observer noted: "When you're dealing with the memory of a beloved mother, rationality often takes a back seat to raw emotion. This goes straight to the heart of Harry's most painful childhood experiences."
