QUEEN Elizabeth felt "devastated, bewildered and disappointed" by Prince Harry and Meghan's behaviour, according to royal insiders.
The claims came after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex appeared in a bombshell interview with Oprah Winfrey last year, while Prince Philip was in hospital.
At the time of the couples TV appearance, the Queen herself was also suffering from health issues and was on ''borrowed time''.
A royal insider, quoted in Gyles Brandreth's biography of Elizabeth II, said: "The late Queen not only knew the Duke’s health was failing but also her own.
''It became clear that she was on borrowed time as she began to tie up loose ends. That’s what made the Sussexes’ behaviour doubly difficult to deal with. The timing could not have been more insensitive."
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Prince Harry dons iconic Spider-man suit as he wishes children who have lost their parents a merry Christmas
As part of a campaign for Scotty’s Little Soldiers, a charity that helps children who lost parents in the armed forces, Prince Harry put on the iconic spider-man costume and cowl as he wished them a happy Christmas.
Donning the iconic red and blue costume, he said: “Christmas is a time where we miss our loved ones really, really badly, and that’s okay, but at the same time it can be possible to feel guilty for having fun without our parents.
“But I’m here to assure you that our parents always want us to have fun, so don’t feel guilty.
“You’re allowed to have the best time ever, especially with the Scotty’s Little Soldiers community.”
He finished by saying: “So go out there, have the best time and Merry Christmas.”
How can you watch Harry and Meghan’s documentary?
If you’re wanting to watch the series – which has been titled Harry and Meghan – you can do on the streaming site Netflix.
Despite the Duke and Duchess of Sussex reportedly wanting to push the release date back after the Queen’s death, it is thought it will air next week.
A subscription for Netflix starts off at £4.99 and goes up to £15.99 per month.
Royal Mint launches Hogwarts Express 50p featuring Queen’s portrait
A new 50p has been unveiled as part of a new collection celebrating 25 years since the hit book Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone was published.
The coin will feature the image of The Hogwarts Express and the boy wizard walking alongside the train with his suitcase and owl Hedwig.
They are available in silver, gold and in colour.
A portrait of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will feature on the reverse side.
It will be the last collectable 50p coin to feature a portrait of the Queen.
Frank Skinner had backstage bust-up with Sophie Wessex
Sophie Wessex had a backstage bust-up with Frank Skinner after watching him sing Three Lions at last week’s Royal Variety Performance.
The comedian sang the England football anthem with David Baddiel in front of an audience including Prince Edward and his wife at the Royal Albert Hall, in a show set to be aired on December 20.
He revealed that afterwards the royal pair told him he was not very good.
Frank, who had battled through feeling unwell to sing, said: “She comes up and says, ‘Don’t give up your day job’.
“I said ‘Pardon?’. She said ‘I could tell it’s not what you do. You’re not used to a live crowd’.
“I said ‘Well, I’ve done some live stuff’. She said ‘Nothing the size of this’.
“I said ‘Look, I did the Palladium last Sunday’.
“She looked at me like ‘you’re not supposed to be arguing, you’re supposed to just nod’.”
Read more here.
Will Princess Charlotte become the Duchess of Edinburgh?
Prince Edward has been waiting since his father Prince Philip‘s death to be titled Duke of Edinburgh, however, the day might never come.
The Mail on Sunday revealed that the King wants to give the title to Princess Charlotte, who’s third in line to the throne.
Sources told the newspaper: “Discussions are under way, but the favoured outcome for the King is that this title ought to go to Princess Charlotte.
“It would be a fitting way to remember the Queen – who, of course, had the title Duchess of Edinburgh – and a way for His Majesty to honour the line of succession.”
Picture of Harry and Meghan used in Netflix doc being hounded by press was taken years ago
A photograph used by Netflix to show Harry and Meghan being hounded by the press was actually taken at a Harry Potter premiere years before the couple met.
A trailer for the couple’s upcoming documentary showed rows of photographers fighting for the best snap at an event in July 2011.
However, the couple did not meet until in 2016 - almost five years later.
The image — which includes a snap of The Sun photographer Doug Seeburg — is used in the Netflix trailer before Prince Harry says in a voice-over: “I had to do everything I could to protect my family.”
But the couple did not meet until some five years later, in 2016.
Royal expert Ingrid Seward told The Sun: “I don’t imagine Harry would have realised, but Netflix have been careless here as it weakens Harry’s comment about protecting his family. This fake picture weakens his point.”
Read more here.
King Charles to be crowned with St Edward’s crown
King Charles will be coronated on May 6, 2023, with St Edward’s Crown.
The stunning piece of royal history was first made for Charles II in 1661.
Resizing work has already begun ahead of the monarch’s lavish ceremony next year.
WATCH: Prince William’s moving Earthshot Prize Award’s speech
Take a look at Prince William’s moving and optimistic speech given at the Earthshot Prize on Friday.
The future monarch spoke emotively about humanity’s ability to overcome the climate crisis.
Prince William to tear up ‘never complain, never explain’ in swift response to Prince Harry
Prince William will reportedly launch a swift response to Prince Harry’s new Netflix doc if it attacks the Firm.
This would be a change in tact for the Royal Family, who prefer to remain silent regarding controversy.
A source told the Sunday Express: “The Prince and Princesses’ team will wait to see what’s in the Netflix series before deciding what to do, but you can see the direction of travel.”
Read more here
Fans jump to Harry and Meghan’s defence
SUSSEX fans have rushed to social media to defend the Duke and Duchess after a royal insider dubbed the pair “the Kardashians” following the release of their explosive Netflix trailer.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry shared an explosive clip of their upcoming Netflix docuseries last week but caused outrage for releasing it at the same time as Prince William and Kate Middleton travelled to the US for their beloved Earthshot Prize Awards.
This led one royal insider to tell The Times the Sussexes have been branded “the Kardashians” within the Firm, because “they want all the attention they can possibly get”.
Fans rushed to social media to defend the pair after this accusation, with one writing: “Comparing Harry and Meghan to the Kardashian’s isn’t the diss they think it is because the Kardashians are still relevant.”
While another said: “Whatever you think of the Kardashians, they are pop culture royalty.”Edit
Prince Harry reportedly said ‘Brits need to be taught a lesson’ ahead of Oprah interview
Palace sources told The Sun on Sunday that Prince Harry ripped into his home nation before his explosive 2021 interview with Oprah.
Ahead of the March 2021 TV chat he reportedly told a friend: “This is going to be quite shocking.
“Those Brits need to learn a lesson.”
Prince Harry could do bombshell TV interview before book release
Prince Harry is reportedly considering a TV interview in the UK to promote his upcoming book spare.
The Duke is said to favour ITV’s Tom Bradby.
A source told The Mirror: “The publishers want Harry to promote Spare in the UK.
“Tom Bradby has been close to Harry for a long time.
“He is someone Harry can trust.”
Royal favourite spotted in Harry & Meghan trailer
A certain rugby legend has been spotted in the background of Netflix’s Harry & Meghan trailer.
In a sweet snap of the pair’s wedding day, one Mike Tindall can be seen enjoying himself in the background.
Can you spot him?
RECAP: Prince William meets Joe Biden
Prince William met with the 46th President of the United States on Friday, as he visited Boston for the Earthshot Prize Awards.
This was the Prince of Wales’ first meeting with Joe Biden since the pair took on their new roles.
The future king described the coming together as “wonderful.”
Sussex doc to fuel Meghan and Kate rivalry, report claims
The upcoming Harry and Meghan Netflix doc will reportedly pit the Duchess of Sussex against the Princess of Wales.
According to the Telegraph, the show will compare the media coverage both royals received.
This is not the first time their rivalry has been stoked, with one royal source telling the publication: "Here we go again.”
How can you watch Harry and Meghan’s documentary?
If you’re wanting to watch the series – which has been titled Harry and Meghan – you can do on the streaming site Netflix.
Despite the Duke and Duchess of Sussex reportedly wanting to push the release date back after the Queen’s death, it is thought it will air next week.
A subscription for Netflix starts off at £4.99 and goes up to £15.99 per month.
Will Princess Charlotte become the Duchess of Edinburgh?
Prince Edward has been waiting since his father Prince Philip‘s death to be titled Duke of Edinburgh, however, the day might never come.
The Mail on Sunday revealed that the King wants to give the title to Princess Charlotte, who’s third in line to the throne.
Sourced told the newspaper: “Discussions are under way, but the favoured outcome for the King is that this title ought to go to Princess Charlotte.
“It would be a fitting way to remember the Queen – who, of course, had the title Duchess of Edinburgh – and a way for His Majesty to honour the line of succession.”
WATCH: Prince William's moving Earthshot Prize Award's speech
Take a look at Prince William's moving and optimistic speech given at the Earthshot Prize on Friday.
The future monarch spoke emotively about humanity's ability to overcome the climate crisis.
Prince William to tear up ‘never complain, never explain’ in swift response to Prince Harry
Prince William will reportedly launch a swift response to Prince Harry’s new Netflix doc if it attacks the Firm.
This would be a change in tact for the Royal Family, who prefer to remain silent regarding controversy.
A source told the Sunday Express: “The Prince and Princesses’ team will wait to see what’s in the Netflix series before deciding what to do, but you can see the direction of travel.”
Read more here
Fans jump to Harry and Meghan's defence
SUSSEX fans have rushed to social media to defend the Duke and Duchess after a royal insider dubbed the pair “the Kardashians” following the release of their explosive Netflix trailer.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry shared an explosive clip of their upcoming Netflix docuseries yesterday but caused outrage for releasing it at the same time as Prince William and Kate Middleton travelled to the US for their beloved Earthshot Prize Awards.
This led one royal insider to tell The Times the Sussexes have been branded “the Kardashians” within the Firm, because “they want all the attention they can possibly get”.
Fans rushed to social media to defend the pair after this accusation, with one writing: “Comparing Harry and Meghan to the Kardashian’s isn’t the diss they think it is because the Kardashians are still relevant.”
While another said: “Whatever you think of the Kardashians, they are pop culture royalty.”
Prince Harry reportedly said 'Brits need to be taught a lesson' ahead of Oprah interview
Palace sources told The Sun on Sunday that Prince Harry ripped into his home nation before his explosive 2021 interview with Oprah.
Ahead of the March 2021 TV chat he reportedly told a friend: “This is going to be quite shocking.
"Those Brits need to learn a lesson.”
Prince Harry could do bombshell TV interview before book release
Prince Harry is reportedly considering a TV interview in the UK to promote his upcoming book spare.
The Duke is said to favour ITV's Tom Bradby.
A source told The Mirror: "The publishers want Harry to promote Spare in the UK.
"Tom Bradby has been close to Harry for a long time.
"He is someone Harry can trust."
Royal favourite spotted in Harry & Meghan trailer
A certain rugby legend has been spotted in the background of Netflix’s Harry & Meghan trailer.
In a sweet snap of the pair’s wedding day, one Mike Tindall can be seen enjoying himself in the background.
Can you spot him?
RECAP: Prince William meets Joe Biden
Prince William met with the 46th President of the United States on Friday, as he visited Boston for the Earthshot Prize Awards.
This was the Prince of Wales' first meeting with Joe Biden since the pair took on their new roles.
The future king described the coming together as "wonderful."
Sussex doc to fuel Meghan Kate rivalry, report claims
The upcoming Harry and Meghan Netflix doc will reportedly pit the Duchess of Sussex against the Princess of Wales.
According to the Telegraph, the show will compare the media coverage both royals received.
This is not the first time their rivalry has been stoked, with one royal source telling the publication:"Here we go again."