Meghan ‘extremely upset’ after Royal Family crops her out of Harry’s post
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Meghan Markle is reportedly furious over the Royal Family’s latest move to exclude her from a significant public moment in her husband Prince Harry’s life. The royal drama unfolded on September 15, when Harry celebrated his 40th birthday. Both King Charles and Prince William, alongside Princess Kate, extended public birthday messages on social media, but Meghan’s absence from the posts has not gone unnoticed.
The official Royal Family account shared a birthday wish for Harry at 8:28 a.m., stating, “Wishing The Duke of Sussex a very happy 40th birthday today!” Accompanying the message was a smiling photo of Harry. However, the original photo featured Meghan sitting beside him, but she was cropped out. This act has raised eyebrows and led to speculation about the Royal Family’s intentions, as reported by GB News.
🎂 Wishing The Duke of Sussex a very happy 40th birthday today! pic.twitter.com/sAlSiV9EaZ
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) September 15, 2024
Some sources suggest that this gesture could signify King Charles’ desire to extend an olive branch to Harry, possibly indicating a willingness to mend their strained relationship. Conversely, it might imply that Meghan is no longer a priority for the family, particularly after her public criticism of the institution in recent years.
A similar birthday message was shared by the Prince and Princess of Wales’ account just over two hours later, stating, “Wishing a Happy 40th Birthday to The Duke of Sussex!” While Harry’s relationship with William and Kate remains strained, it’s unlikely that such a post was made without their consent.
The decision to use an image of Harry alone, omitting Meghan, has reportedly left her feeling furious. A source informed Heat magazine, “Meghan is happy for Harry because she knows how much this means to him, but she’s understandably upset as well.” The insider further explained, “She believes the message being sent is that the Royal Family is ready to forgive Harry, but not her.”
This sentiment is echoed in Meghan’s feelings about the cropped photo. “Choosing a picture without her felt symbolic, like a snub, whether intentional or not, and she’s said to be fuming about it. She refuses to be pushed out this way,” the source added.
Despite her frustration, Meghan’s happiness for Harry remains. “She’s happy for Harry because she knows how much this means to him, but she’s understandably upset, too.” The insider concluded, “It seems obvious they’d take him back in a heartbeat and, as usual, Meghan’s the one in the wrong.”
As tensions continue to simmer, the public and media remain captivated by the ongoing saga of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, particularly regarding their complicated relationship with the Royal Family.
