The tension heightened when Piers Morgan publicly identified two senior royals on UK TV after Scobie, a royal biographer, expounded on Meghan Markle's claims about members of the Royal Family expressing concerns about her and Prince Harry's son, Archie's skin color before his birth.
Scobie alleged that the Duchess of Sussex disclosed the names of the alleged 'racist royals' in a private letter to King Charles, which has now seemingly leaked.
While initial assumptions pointed towards the former actress as the source of the leak, an insider close to her denied any involvement.
A Palace insider, speaking to the Mirror, revealed the royals' reaction to the revelation, describing them as being in "utter dismay." The insider also disclosed that the royal members are "considering all options," including legal action against those responsible for the ongoing controversy.
Meghan Markle initially revealed the Royal Family's concerns about Archie's skin color in an interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021. In response, the official statement from the Palace expressed sorrow, stating, "The whole family is saddened to learn the full extent of how challenging the last few years have been for Harry and Meghan. The issues raised, particularly that of race, are concerning."
The statement acknowledged variations in recollections and affirmed that the matters would be addressed privately, emphasizing that Harry, Meghan, and Archie will always be cherished family members.
