Prince Harry Details Meghan’s Struggle with Press, Camilla’s Controversial AdvicePrince Harry’s memoir, “Spare,” sheds light on the difficulties Meghan Markle faced upon entering the royal spotlight. The book reveals that in 2017, after being thrust into the media frenzy surrounding their relationship, Meghan sought guidance from Camilla, the then-Duchess of Cornwall.
Harry talks about his attempts to get his father, King Charles (the Prince of Wales at the time), to step in and his unhappiness with the constant tabloid attention. These attempts, though, were not successful.
Harry said Camilla gave him two pieces of advise. She began by downplaying the circumstances, implying that they were typical of new royal arrivals and would soon pass. She related her personal story of becoming the focus of attention from the media.
However, Harry interprets this as a dismissive comparison, implying Meghan was simply taking his place as the “bad guy” in the tabloids’ narrative.
Secondly, and more controversially, Camilla proposed a drastic solution: for Harry to become Governor-General of Bermuda. This, she believed, would remove them from the center of the media storm. Harry expresses skepticism, perceiving this as a convenient way to sideline him and Meghan.
The book leaves the reason for this drastic suggestion unclear. The memoir does mention a historical precedent – discussions in the 1970s about Charles becoming Governor-General of Australia, which were ultimately rejected by Queen Elizabeth II due to his unmarried status.
Harry’s account highlights the strain Meghan faced adapting to royal life and the perceived lack of support within the family. It also raises questions about the motivations behind Camilla’s unorthodox advice.