They have just returned to the United States following the death of Queen Elizabeth II and they are already under the fire of a new controversy. The publication of a new book promises to be terrible for the couple Harry and Meghan. Courties : the hidden power behind the Crown by Valentine Low paints a dark portrait of the Sussexes. Revealed in the columns of the Daily Mail, excerpts from Low’s book teach us new anecdotes regarding the treatment the couple offered to Crown employees. The book also claims that tensions between the Sussexes and the rest of the royal family surfaced long before their exodus to the United States.
The English newspaper notably released an extract detailing the comments that Meghan Markle would have made during a tour of Australia in 2018. Indeed, the actress did not seem to appreciate the tasks entrusted to her as a member of the family. Royal of England. The book reports: “Although she appreciated the attention, Meghan didn’t understand the point of all the crowds, shaking hands with countless strangersQuoting several anonymous staff members, the book claims the Duchess said: “I can’t believe I don’t get paid for this“.
Harry and Meghan walkregarding in Auckland, New Zealand on October 30, 2018 @BELGA
Meghan’s inappropriate behavior towards staff
The book also brings new insights into the Sussexes’ treatment of their staff. Harry and Meghan had already been the subject of several accusations of harassment by certain former employees in 2021. At the time, Buckingham Palace said it was opening an investigation. Today, the former London Times royal reporter’s book accuses the American actress of leaving some employees in tears following subjecting them to tantrums. The testimonies collected speak of a behavior “totally unacceptable” et “humiliating“.
An anecdote from the book even reports that Prince William consoled an employee. Meghan spoke to him particularly harshly in front of several staff members. “You did a very good job” would have reassured the eldest son of Charles.
Valentine Low also addresses ultimatums the Duchess allegedly gave Harry.
The book will be released on October 6 in the United Kingdom and already promises to be talked regarding.