Before Meghan Markle became the Duchess of Sussex, her whirlwind romance with Prince Harry captivated the world as a modern fairy tale that seemed to defy royal convention. Yet, behind the picture-perfect courtship, palace insiders believed there was more strategy than serendipity involved. According to some claims made earlier this year, Markle meticulously planned her path to royal life, and Prince William is said to have sensed it from the beginning. 

Prince William reportedly harbored doubts long before cracks began to show in the royal family’s public façade.

Royal biographer Phil Dampier told The Sun during The Royal Exclusive that Prince William grew wary of Meghan Markle long before her 2018 wedding to Prince Harry. Per him, "Prince William was concerned about" Markle seeing the association as "a stepping stone...to new fame and fortune". Dampier referenced Sally Smith's “explosive” revelations made to her by Lady Elizabeth Anson, who claimed that she feels Markle has “engineered” her wedding to Prince Harry.

Lady Elizabeth Anson, Queen Elizabeth II's cousin and confidante, per Dampier's The Sun interview, voiced doubts on behalf of the late monarch concerning Meghan Markle’s feelings for Prince Harry. Lady Anson, moreover, described Markle more “bright” than the Spare author. Well, amid the enduring speculations about Markle’s genuine affections for her husband, a glimpse at their life away from the spotlight suggests otherwise.

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Meghan Markle offered a heartfelt peek with Prince Harry on Instagram, subtly shutting down persistent rumors about their marriage by showing they are stronger than ever.

Meghan Markle marked the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 2025 World Series victory with a sweet moment alongside Prince Harry on Saturday, November 1. In a video shared on her Instagram Story, the Duchess of Sussex excitedly cheered as the Dodgers beat the Toronto Blue Jays before rushing over to plant a kiss on her husband’s lips. The pair watched the match from what appeared to be a private theatre, with Prince Harry casually lounging and snacking on popcorn as Meghan celebrated the team’s big win in full spirit.

Whatever the past speculations about Meghan Markle’s intentions, her present with Prince Harry appears grounded in affection and shared purpose. Their recent display of warmth offers a glimpse into a relationship that has endured public storms and private reckonings alike. Alternatively, as reports swirl about the couple eyeing a possible return to the UK, it seems their story with the monarchy may not be entirely over yet.

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