A bitter rift between Prince Harry and Prince William over Princess Diana’s precious jewels has sparked turmoil in the royal family, with hushed palace whispers that Meghan Markle encouraged Harry to nab treasured pieces for their daughter, Lilibet.
The fiery clash fought out behind the closed doors of Kensington Palace has inflamed their shattered relationship, leaving the monarchy in crisis.
Harry, egged on by Meghan, sources say, demanded a larger cut of Diana’s dazzling collection (sapphire earrings and pearl necklaces) for four-year-old Lilibet. “It is her birthright,” Meghan tells friends, according to an insider.
Protecting the heirlooms for George, Charlotte, and Louis, William roared, “You can’t plunder Mum’s legacy!” The shouting match was Harry’s walkout, which left staff open-mouthed.
X burns with #RoyalJewels trending, as commentators pan Meghan’s “grabby” influence. “Kidnapping Diana’s jewels with her little girl, really? Shameless!” one user fumed. Lilibet deserves her granny’s jewels!” supporters counter.
The rift, which comes after Charles’s Doria discussions and Meghan’s Charlotte snub, fuels suspicions of a Sussex power grab following Harry’s custody whispers and Netflix plans.
King Charles, dogged by rumors about his health, is said to be “devastated” by the war of his brothers. Kate, still reeling from Meghan pouncing on her, is supporting William. With Camilla’s ban and Charles’s will rewrite hovering, Harry’s gem battle could cut his royal ties for good.
Will Meghan’s push be successful or further fuel confusion? The Windsors’ soap opera continues to rage with no end in sight.