Sophie of Edinburgh, known for her discretion and elegance within the British royal family, would be “furious” after finding herself at the center of an unexpected controversy. A recent work by Omid Scobie, entitled Endgamedoor controversial allegations about the nature of his relationship with Meghan Markle, wife of Prince Harry. According to the contents of this book, reported by the British media The Mirror this Wednesday, December 13, the Duchess of Edinburgh would not have supported Meghan Markle during his early days within the royal family. Worse still, she allegedly avoided her after leaving a church service in Windsor.
Allegations which did not please at all The Duchess and those around him. In a media article The Sunsources close to Sophie d’Edimbourg have strongly denied these allegations which they describe as “totally false”, claiming that she, on the contrary, invited Meghan Markle to her home. The two women would even have “talked for hours”with the Duchess sharing her experience and giving advice to Meghan. Sophie of Edinburgh would have found it “friendly and endearing”and would have offered to call her at any time if she needed it.
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Sophie of Edinburgh: her surprising reaction after Meghan and Harry’s interview with Oprah Winfrey
The case is also marked by Sophie of Edinburgh’s reactions after the highly publicized interview of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry with Oprah Winfrey in 2021. During this interview, the couple shared their difficult experiences within the royal family, including issues of racism and mental health. Shortly after, in reaction to this interview, the duchess and her husband, Prince Edward, then questioned by the Daily Telegraphresponded lightly: “Oprah who? What interview?” Comments interpreted by Omid Scobie as “insensitive”even “discriminatory” towards Meghan and Harry.
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