Meghan: ‘Give me a break’
The pregnant Duchess is sick of the negativity
‘This royal journey has turned into a nightmare’
For Meghan Markle, joining the royal family hasn’t exactly been the glittery tiara ride the movies have led us to believe. In her few short months as a duchess, Meghan’s dealt with negative headlines about her family, apparent arguments with in-laws and questions about her relationship with Prince Harry. And, unsurprisingly, the pregnant star is now at the end of her tether, begging those around her for a break and a stressfree Christmas.
“She’s been under attack for months, but lately the stress and criticism has been off the charts,” says an insider close to the former actress, who married the prince in May. “She’s a lot softer than people think, and this barrage of negativity is a living nightmare.
She reads everything that’s written about her. She’s very thin-skinned and wishes people would give her a break. This should be the happiest time of her life – her first Christmas married to Harry, and carrying their first child – but this whole royal journey has turned into a nightmare.”
As heat recently told you, Meghan’s problems have been mounting lately. As well as the recent departure of her trusted aide Melissa Touabti, who left after six months, there are rumours that yet another member of her senior staff is planning to leave. Then there’s her talkative family. Meg’s half-sister Samantha is set to release a tell-all book around the Duchess’ due date (classy), while her dad Thomas has spoken out again to slam the royals for blanking him. He also shared private notes from Meghan, including the invitation from her first wedding and handwritten cards. The Suits star has been dealing with mounting reports about a feud between her and new sister-in-law Kate Middleton, too – and the alleged tension it’s caused between Princes Harry and William. All that while heavily pregnant and moving house.
But insiders say that the 37 year old is determined to get through the drama and come out fighting – starting with her surprise appearance at the British Fashion Awards last week, where she presented an award to her wedding dress designer, while wearing a stunning gown and cradling her bump. It was her defiant, triumphant moment in the spotlight.
We’re told, “Meghan is sick of the never-ending sniping about her, but her big priority is to make sure the baby is healthy and happy. That’s given her a great source of strength. She’s focusing on the future, and sticking to a very regimented diet and gentle fitness routine. It takes her mind off all the ugliness.
“Harry is a great support and is always telling her how much he loves her, as well as giving cuddles when she needs it most. It really helps her in these tricky times.” ■