Meghan Markle's comparison to the late Princess Diana has been slammed as "beyond tasteless and offensive" by Prince William, according to a source.
11.05.2024 - 14:17 / ok.co.uk
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are continuing their three-day trip to Nigeria as they attended a sitting volleyball match and were mobbed by fans.
The visit – which has been dubbed a 'mini royal tour' – is part of Harry's Invictus Games project and he delighted onlookers when he took part in a game. Unfortunately for Prince Harry, his Nigeria Unconquered team ended up losing 21-25 to the Chief of Defence staff squad with all the players being wounded military personnel.
The engagements in Nigeria come after Prince Harry made a fleeting return to London earlier this week to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the Invictus Games during a service at St Paul's Cathedral.
While the visit so far has largely focused on the Invictus Games, Harry also took the time to speak about the importance of protecting our mental health. Proving that the memory of Diana, Princess of Wales and her guiding influence is clearly never far from his thoughts, Harry gave a heartfelt speech at the Lights Academy in Abuja, Nigeria where he spoke about "acknowledging bad days, grief and sadness".
Harry told a group of schoolchildren: "There is no shame to be able to acknowledge that today is a bad day. Okay? If you woke up this morning feeling sad, if you left school feeling stressed, if you've lost a loved one in your family who you usually turn to or speak to, all of these things you may be led to believe are not for conversation.
We are here today to tell you that that is not the case.” Lightway Academy's School Director, Joyce Agbese, said that mental health is a topic not often talked about in Nigeria. She praised Prince Harry's message to the students, which was to "speak up and speak out, don’t bottle things up".
Meghan Markle's comparison to the late Princess Diana has been slammed as "beyond tasteless and offensive" by Prince William, according to a source.
Prince William was reportedly taken aback by the comparisons drawn between Meghan Markle and his late mother, Princess Diana, during Meghan's recent trip to Nigeria with Prince Harry. The Duchess of Sussex's choice of jewellery - a simple gold necklace reminiscent of one worn by Diana during a 1990 visit to Nigeria with then Prince Charles - sparked comments.
Prince Harry is "entirely in the shadow" of Meghan Markle as she "steals the limelight", according to an expert.The Sussexes recently embarked on a high-profile trip to Nigeria where Meghan in particular looked striking in an array of dazzling outfits and spoke publicly about discovering her Nigeria heritage. It was the couple's first overseas tour since sensationally quitting as working royals and it led to speculation that Harry appeared pushed out and worried amid his wife's star performance.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle might just be packing their bags for Ghana after their successful visit to Nigeria, as buzz is building about a potential invite from the West African nation. Ghana's top officials and cultural icons are reportedly eager to host The Duke and Duchess of Sussex following their successful stint in Nigeria, insiders revealed to the Mirror.
A Royal expert has suggested that despite the Royal Family's potential reservations, they may not have the power to halt Prince Harry and Meghan Markle from undertaking further unofficial overseas tours.
A Royal expert has suggested that while the Royal Family may not be able to stop Prince Harry and Meghan Markle from undertaking more privately arranged overseas tours, they could certainly interfere with the couple's plans. Earlier this month, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex flew off to Nigeria for a three-day visit, where they championed the Invictus Games, visited a school, and reviewed a military parade - activities reminiscent of a full-fledged Royal tour.
Meghan Markle has raised eyebrows after it was claimed she had donned a necklace previously worn by the late Princess Diana during a recent event in Nigeria. After the Duchess of Sussex wore the necklace, it was reported that she had done so as a tribute to her late mother-in-law.
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A Royal expert and a psychology specialist suggested that Prince Harry may be comfortable living "in Meghan Markle's shadow."
Prince William is said to be 'absolutely furious' with his estranged brother Prince Harry and Meghan Markle amid their Nigerian tour, which is being dubbed an 'unofficial royal tour'.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited the African country to promote the Invictus Games but they've come under fire. According to a royal expert, both Prince William and King Charles aren't happy with the couple amid the 'unofficial' tour and believe the trip is a "bold statement" that show the pair, who controversially decided to step back from their royal duties in 2020, "refuse to accept they're no longer working royals." Royal expert Tom Quinn told The Mirror: "William is absolutely furious and determined to find a way to stop this happening in future.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex this week headed back to their two children in Montecito, Calif., following their three-day tour of the West African country.And since they’re no longer senior working members of the royal family, the many gifts the pair received boarded the plane with them.During their brief trip, the Sussexes were showered with an array of gifts, ranging from artwork and clothing, to jewelry and literature.Had the pair remained firmly within the royal family, they would not be allowed to accept any of the presents gifted to them.According to the official royal policy, last updated in 2003, royals are not allowed to accept gifts from government bodies, trade associations, guilds, civic bodies, the armed services, charities or similar organizations, especially if they have an established connection or patronage.Gifts from individuals not known to the royals are to be refused, “where there are concerns about the propriety or motives of the donor or the gift itself.”Presents such as flowers, food and books are allowed to be accepted if they amount to less than $200 each.A strict royal record is kept of all official gifts handed to the royal family.Most gifts are housed under the Royal Collection or placed on a loan with a reputable organization.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are continuing their trip across Nigeria!
Meghan Markle paid a moving tribute to the late Princess Diana on her tour of Nigeria with Prince Harry, where the couple put on a charming display.The Duchess of Sussex was seen wearing a stunning gold necklace with a large diamond cross that once belonged to her late mother-in-law, Diana.The necklace is believed to have recently been gifted to Meghan by Harry, 39. Meghan, 42, wore the necklace during a reception for military families in the Nigerian capital of Abuja on Saturday, May 11.
during her and Prince Harry’s three-day trip.“I want to start by saying thank you very much for just how gracious you’ve all been in welcoming my husband and I to this country… my country,” Markle, 42, said at the event.“I am just flattered and honored and inspired. It has been a whirlwind 24 hours since we arrived.”“And I very quickly got the memo that I need to wear more color, so I can fit in with all of you and your incredible fashion,” she added.The “Suits” alum opened up about what it’s been like to delve into her background.“Never in a million years would I understand it as much as I do now,” she told the audience.“And what has been echoed so much in the past day is, ‘Oh, we are not so surprised when we found out you are Nigerian.'”“It is a compliment to you because what they define as a Nigerian woman is brave, resilient, courageous, beautiful,” the former actress added.At one point, the audience was asked to come up with a Nigerian name for the Duchess.One person suggested “Ifeoma” — a name stemming from the Igbo tribe which means “a treasured thing.”Another said “Omowale” — a name originating from the Yoruba tribe which means “the child has come home.”On Sunday, the couple traveled from the capital city of Abuja to Lagos and were greeted by the state governor, local dancers and well-wishers on their final day.“Today is Mother’s Day [in America].
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been spending time in Nigeria on what has been dubbed a "mini royal tour", but some parts of the trip have raised eyebrows.
Meghan Markle had to quickly adjust her wardrobe during her trip to Nigeria with Prince Harry in an effort to "fit in".The Duchess of Sussex took a brief break from Harry on Saturday to co-host a panel event on Women in Leadership. Throughout the day, Meghan sported three different outfits for various events during their unofficial "royal tour" of the African nation.
Mother’s Day. The Duchess of Sussex, 42, was in Nigeria with her Duke to mark the 10-year anniversary of the Invictus Games. The couple visited the South African country to champion the multisport Paralympic-style games for wounded or injured servicemen and veterans founded by Harry, 39.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were all smiles as they attended a volleyball event during their tour of Nigeria. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were seen at the match, part of their whirlwind 72-hour visit to the country, where they warmly greeted onlookers and graciously accepted gifts.
Meghan Markle has included a nod to the Royal Family with her first fashion moment in Nigeria. On Friday, May 10, the Duchess of Sussex stepped out in a stunning blush silk maxi dress with a high neck and cut-out back from Heidi Merrick, marking her second outfit from the California label in recent weeks.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's three-day trip to Nigeria began on Thursday, May 9 and saw them meet military officials, speak about mental health and promote the Invictus Games. While the pair stepped back from their senior royal roles in 2020, their visit to the west African nation was dubbed a 'mini royal tour' – a reference which a leading royal expert points out will not have "pleased" King Charles or the Prince of Wales.