Royal watchers were left stunned this week as Meghan Markle appeared to overlook a significant milestone in the royal calendar - Queen Camilla's 76th birthday.
A Notable Omission
While senior royals including King Charles and the Prince and Princess of Wales publicly celebrated the Queen Consort's special day on July 17th, the Duchess of Sussex's silence spoke volumes. The apparent snub has reignited speculation about the ongoing tensions between the California-based royal and the British monarchy.
History of Tension
This isn't the first time Meghan's relationship with Camilla has made headlines. The two women have reportedly had a complicated dynamic since Meghan joined the royal family in 2018. Royal biographers have suggested that Meghan was "unimpressed" by Camilla's past, while Camilla allegedly warned Harry about moving too quickly in his relationship with the American actress.
Royal Protocol or Personal Choice?
While there's no strict protocol requiring extended family members to publicly acknowledge royal birthdays, the omission stands out given the media attention surrounding both women. A palace insider noted: "Even a simple private message would have been the diplomatic thing to do."
Social Media Silence
Fans quickly noticed that Meghan's Archewell Foundation social media accounts - typically active about various causes and events - remained silent on Camilla's birthday, despite posting other content that week.
As the royal rift continues to make headlines, this latest development suggests any reconciliation between the Sussexes and the royal family remains unlikely in the near future.
