Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 11, 2025 · Entertainment

Prince Harry: Diana's Memory Weaponized Against Meghan

Prince Harry believes that the memory of Princess Diana was being used as ¿a stick to beat his wife with¿ during her gaffe-laden trip to Paris last week, friends have told The Mail on Sunday

ROYAL ROASTING: Prince Harry Feels the Sting of Meghan's Paris Gaffe

In a shocking turn of events, Prince Harry is said to be reeling from the backlash his wife, Meghan Markle, faced during her recent trip to Paris. The Duchess of Sussex's decision to stretch out in the back of a limousine near the Pont d'Alma tunnel, where Princess Diana tragically lost her life in 1997, has sparked a frenzy of criticism.

Insiders close to the couple claim that Harry was left "hurt and upset" by the barrage of negative attention directed at his wife. A friend of the pair reveals that the Prince felt as though Diana's memory was being used as a "tool to beat Meghan with." This alleged insensitive use of the royal family's tragic history has left Harry feeling despondent, but not entirely surprised.

The short clip showed her putting her feet up while being driven through the French capital

"It's like they took every bit of hurt and anger from her death and transferred it onto Meghan," a source says. "The whole thing is just a joke, but it's a cruel one. Harry was left feeling hurt, but what's worse is that he wasn't even shocked. He was more despondent than anything else."

Meghan's trip to Paris, which aimed to showcase her flawless fashion sense and debut as a style icon, has been marred by controversy. The Duchess's Instagram followers were treated to a carefully curated reel of breakfast trays, Eiffel Tower views, and makeup prep, but it seems that the Duchess was distracted from her surroundings.

According to sources, Meghan was not aware that the limousine was passing close to the tunnel, and friends insist that it would be "a hell of a stretch" for her to have intentionally driven past it. However, this did little to quell the storm of criticism surrounding her actions.

Critics have noted that after she passed Paris's Pont Alexandre III bridge (pictured), she was heading towards nearby Pont d'Alma - close to where Princess Diana died in 1997

The backlash against Meghan has been intense, with some even suggesting that she deliberately sought out the location as a form of tribute or homage to Diana. A source close to the royal family insists that this is nothing but speculation and that Meghan was simply oblivious to the significance of their route.

As for Harry, it seems that he's had enough of watching his wife face constant scrutiny. The Prince has not publicly commented on the controversy, but sources say that he's "furious" about the way his wife has been treated.

"It's like they're trying to take away her dignity," a friend says. "Meghan is a strong woman who deserves respect and kindness. She didn't deserve to be roasted by the press and social media."

The royal family's reputation has taken a hit in recent years, with Meghan facing intense scrutiny for everything from her fashion choices to her parenting style. While some may argue that she brought this attention upon herself, others claim that she's being unfairly targeted.

One source insists that Meghan is "tired of being the villain" and longs for a chance to just be herself without the constant criticism. As for Harry, it seems that he's had enough of watching his wife suffer through yet another public relations nightmare.

In related news, it's been confirmed that unlike Diana in 1997, Meghan was wearing a seatbelt during her journey through Paris. While this may seem like a small victory, sources say that the damage has already been done.

"It went down like a sack of cold sick," a friend says. "Meghan thought she was ready for the fashion world, but it seems that she still has a lot to learn."

As the controversy surrounding Meghan's Paris trip continues to rage on, one thing is clear: the royal family will continue to face intense scrutiny and criticism in the years to come.

Sources:

  • A friend of the couple
  • A source close to the royal family
  • The scholarlynote.com