Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 29, 2025 · Entertainment

Meghan Markle Snubs Royal Mentorship: Queen's Favored Sophie Offered, Declined

Meghan Markle turned down Sophie's offer to help mentor her into the Royal Family, according to a royal expert. The pair pictured at Royal Ascot in 2018

ROYAL ROLES REVEALED: Meghan's Shocking Lack of Humility Exposed

As the world watched Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, join the British Royal Family in 2018, whispers began circulating about her lack of understanding of royal protocol and etiquette. But what really sparked alarm was her refusal to accept help from none other than Sophie Wessex, a trusted advisor and confidante of Queen Elizabeth II.

A ROYAL SHOCKER: Meghan's Ego Gets in the Way

Meghan and Sophie look at each other at the Remembrance Day Service in 2019

In May 2018, Meghan married Prince Harry, becoming part of the esteemed British Royal Family. But what followed was a series of shocking events that left onlookers stunned. According to insiders, Meghan's confidence got the better of her, and she refused to accept Sophie's guidance, opting instead to navigate the complexities of royal life without a mentor.

A ROYAL FLAW: Meghan's Ego vs. Sophie's Wisdom

Sophie Wessex, the wife of Prince Edward, has long been regarded as a trusted advisor and confidante of Queen Elizabeth II. Her years of experience and insider knowledge made her the perfect candidate to guide Meghan through the treacherous waters of royal protocol. But Meghan had other plans.

The Queen reportedly wanted Sophie to help Meghan adjust to royal life. Pictured at Harry and Meghan's wedding in May 2018

A ROYAL FALL: Meghan's Dramatic Decline

As Meghan struggled to find her footing in the Royal Family, Sophie watched with concern as her new colleague continued to make mistakes left and right. Insiders claim that Meghan's ego got in the way, causing her to disregard Sophie's advice and instead focus on "changing everything to suit her own way of thinking."

A ROYAL WARNING: Sophie's Wisdom Goes Unheeded

On Meghan's first royal engagement in June 2018 she was given a masterclass by the Queen, where they were pictured happily giggling together

According to royal expert Gyles Brandreth, Queen Elizabeth II had hoped Sophie would mentor Meghan through the early days of her royal life. But Meghan refused to listen, opting instead to follow her own path and make mistakes along the way.

A ROYAL FATE: The Consequences of Meghan's Actions

Fast forward to January 2020, when Meghan and Harry announced their decision to step down as senior members of the Royal Family. The move was met with shock and dismay from fans and insiders alike. As we now know, Sophie played a crucial role in mediating between the warring couples during the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II and other royal events.

Pictured: Prince Edward and Sophie Rhys-Jones on their wedding day in June 1999. The couple married in St George's Chapel in Windsor

A ROYAL RISE: Sophie's Star Continues to Shine

Despite Meghan's dramatic fall from grace, Sophie Wessex has continued to thrive in her role as Duchess. With 51% of Brits holding a positive view of her, she has solidified her position as one of the most popular royals.

A ROYAL ROAST: Tina Brown's Scathing Assessment

Edward and wife Sophie (pictured on Christmas Day with their children Lady Louise Windsor and James in 2018) now focus on their royal duties which involve a variety of patronages

According to bestselling author and former editor of Tatler and The New Yorker, Tina Brown, Meghan's downfall can be attributed to her "worst judgment" and refusal to listen to others. Brown claims that Meghan is a perfectionist who gets it wrong and doesn't follow advice.

A ROYAL REALITY CHECK: Lessons from the Royal Family

As we reflect on Meghan's journey, it becomes clear that humility and open-mindedness are essential qualities for success in the Royal Family. Sophie Wessex has long been an exemplar of these traits, earning her a reputation as a trusted advisor and confidante.

More details about Meghan's journey to join the Royal Family came from Tom Quinn's 2024 book, Yes, Ma'am: The Secret Life Of Royal Servants (published by Biteback, £20)

A ROYAL RECAP: The Scholarly Note

As we bid farewell to this juicy expose, remember that the Royal Family is not just about pomp and circumstance – it's about people. And sometimes, even the most well-intentioned individuals can get things wrong.

Sophie looks at the flowers placed outside Balmoral Castle on September 10, 2022, two days after Queen Elizabeth II died at the age of 96

Sophie and Queen Elizabeth II share a laugh at a meeting of the National Federation Of Women's Institute at Royal Albert Hall on June 4, 2015

Sophie bravely denounced Putin's forces for using rape as weapon of war as she became the first British royal to visit Ukraine since Russia's invasion in February 2022

For the Duke and Duchess' final official engagement before they quit royal life in 2020, Sophie and Edward were seated beside them

Pictured: the Prince and Princess of Wales and Duchess of Edinburgh on the Buckingham Palace balcony in June 2011

Following the two-minute silence, the Duchess of Edinburgh placed a supportive hand on the Princess of Wales's back as they left the balcony on Sunday November 10 last year

The Princess of Wales and Duchess of Edinburgh attend a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace on May 9, 2023

Sophie pictured at the Imperial War Museum with Waging Peace Co-Executive director Maddy Crowther, has spoken out on the issue of sexual violence for years and met hundreds of survivors around the world

In recent years the King's sister-in-law, who is married to his brother, Prince Edward, has travelled to current and former war zones including Chad, the Congo, Kosovo, South Chad, Lebanon and Sierra Leone (pictured)

Tina Brown (pictured) believes Meghan's dramatic fall from grace and relevance is because 'she has the worst judgment of anyone in the entire world'