Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Face Major Setback as Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice Withdraw Support
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have experienced a significant setback as Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice—daughters of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson—have distanced themselves from the Sussexes.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who once enjoyed a close bond with the Princesses of York, are reportedly distressed by the growing rift between them and the royal sisters.
Following numerous public disputes between the Sussexes and other members of the Royal Family, a source has revealed that "Beatrice and Eugenie have firmly pledged their allegiance to the Royal Family."
"They haven't communicated with the Sussexes for quite a while now. They are nowhere near as close as they once were," the source added.
The tension is reportedly exacerbated by comments from the princesses' mother, Sarah Ferguson. In an interview, the Duchess of York stated she 'hasn't really met' Meghan, despite the Sussexes' claim that it was Fergie who 'taught her to curtsey' to the late Queen.
However, the source told Express UK that Ferguson might have fabricated this story to distance herself from Markle.
"They were neighbors," the source explained. "Royal Lodge is basically next door to Frogmore, and the Yorks and Sussexes met quite often. Sarah taught Meghan how to curtsey, and there have been other meetings."
"Both Harry and Meghan were quite surprised by Sarah's comments and couldn't understand why she would distance herself like that. It has caused a bit of distance between the families."
Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank have been the closest to Harry and Meghan over the years. Eugenie also maintains a strong bond with her cousin Prince William, while Jack's friendship with Prince Harry has reportedly waned.
"Eugenie and Jack are very careful about what they say to friends because they don't want to be seen as bad-mouthing Harry or Meghan," the source stated.
"There's still a friendship there, but it's not like the close family bond they had before Harry moved to America."
Princess Eugenie, who recently made headlines for teaming up with William at royal events, was spotted in Germany just days before the future King's arrival.
William has flown solo to Germany to support England in their Euros Quarter-Final match against Switzerland at Düsseldorf Arena on Sunday. Beatrice and Eugenie are said to be fully supporting William amid his ongoing rift with Harry.
