In a whirlwind of high-profile splits, royal defect Meghan Markle has made headlines not just for her exit from the British monarchy but for the growing list of friends, family, and allies she's allegedly left in the dust. Her actions have garnered labels ranging from "Duchess Difficult" to a modern-day Machiavelli, with reports claiming Markle has a pattern of severing ties once they've outlived their usefulness. Now, insiders hint that the Duchess may have one more big "cut" left in her: a separation from husband Prince Harry.
As rumors of a potential split circulate, sources close to the Duke and Duchess suggest that tensions have reached a critical point. After distancing herself from her father, breaking ties with the Royal Family through the infamous "Megxit," and falling out with longtime friends like Jessica Mulroney, Markle's seemingly calculated moves have left many wondering who's next. Royal insiders, including biographer Hugo Vickers, speculate that Prince Harry may soon find himself on the receiving end of her relentless approach.
For years, Markle's swift and seemingly decisive decisions have fueled a narrative of ruthlessness. Vickers and other commentators claim she follows a familiar pattern, shedding connections once they've served their purpose. "People often act in character,"Vickers stated."In Meghan's case, that character seems to be one of discarding relationships, whether it's family, friends, or the Royal Family itself."
The whispers have grown louder with reports of Prince Harry's diminishing influence in the relationship. Insiders have painted a picture of the Duke as "henpecked," bound to Markle's every whim while his own voice is stifled. Those closest to the pair now fear that Markle's next high-profile move may be her most shocking yet - a full-blown exit from the marriage.
Adding fuel to the fire, sources say that if the Duke and Duchess were to part ways, Markle may turn to another one of her signature moves: the tell-all interview. With a track record of sharing her side of the story in high-profile media appearances, experts believe Markle could leverage their potential split to spin a narrative favoring her version of events, potentially framing herself as the wronged party and shifting any blame onto Harry.
"I don't think she ever admits to being wrong about anything,"Vickers continued."I feel very sorry for Prince Harry. He's in an exceptionally difficult place, one that's been compounded by his wife's highly publicized projects." To many, Harry's post-royal life has seemed to overshadow his personal well-being, with Markle often in the driver's seat.
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Markle's past actions have also led critics to question her motives. In their eyes, she's positioned herself as a figure who doesn't look back, moving forward without regret or reflection. From estranging her father, Thomas Markle, to stepping away from friends who were once among her closest confidantes, Meghan has, according to some, crafted a life on her own terms - and that includes trimming relationships without hesitation.
Observers note that if a separation is indeed on the horizon, it could redefine Harry's future both within and outside the public eye. Stripped of royal titles and isolated from his once-close family, the Duke may find himself facing an uncertain path, particularly if Markle takes their story to the media.
Whether these reports hold any truth remains to be seen, but the possibility of Harry joining the ranks of Markle's "cut" connections is stirring up a media frenzy. With speculation at an all-time high, it seems the world is waiting with bated breath to see if Prince Harry will indeed become the next chapter in Markle's controversial journey.