Prince Harry's Secret Line to 'Granny': The Royal Phone Plot
ROYAL SCANDAL ROCKS THE PALACE: HARRY'S SECRET PHONE EXPOSED
In a shocking revelation, former royal butler Paul Burrell has spilled the tea on Prince Harry's secret phone escapade with Queen Elizabeth II. The bombshell comes from Burrell's new memoir, exclusively serialised in thescholarlynote.com, where he exposes Harry's clandestine plan to bypass his family and courtiers.
According to Burrell, Harry sent his grandmother a secret mobile phone, allowing him to reach her directly whenever he pleased. But, as one might expect, this plan didn't quite go according to script for the Duke of Sussex. The Queen, known for her wit and discretion, was perplexed by the gift, quipping "What am I supposed to do with it?" Burrell recounts in his memoir.
The implication is clear: Harry's attempt to circumvent protocol and get a direct line to Granny didn't quite sit well with the monarch. One can almost imagine the Queen's expression as she pondered what to do with this unexpected gift – perhaps tucked away in her handbag, waiting for a convenient moment to answer it.
But that wasn't the only instance of Harry trying to bend rules and defy expectations. Burrell reveals that Prince Andrew had attempted something similar, sending his own secret phone to the Queen. The two phones were eventually relegated to a servant's desk at the end of a long corridor, gathering dust alongside other forgotten trinkets.
This latest revelation adds fuel to the ongoing drama surrounding Harry and Meghan Markle's departure from the royal family. Burrell, who had a close relationship with Princess Diana and became a trusted confidant to the Queen, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the tensions brewing within the palace walls.
It seems that even after "Megxit," Harry found ways to stay in touch with his grandmother, despite abandoning his official royal duties. Burrell writes that Harry's actions often disregarded protocol, leaving others in the family feeling frustrated and out of loop.
This isn't the only juicy tidbit from Burrell's memoir, which delves into the intricacies of the Queen's relationships within the palace. The author shares a fascinating account of how the late monarch maintained her "special relationship" with Harry, even as he navigated his increasingly complicated position within the family.
One particular anecdote highlights the tensions surrounding the meeting between the Queen and Meghan during the Platinum Jubilee celebrations in 2022. According to Burrell, the Queen was keen to meet Princess Lilibet, Harry and Meghan's newborn daughter, but only on her own terms. The Queen reportedly declined an invitation from Harry and Meghan to a tea party with their great-granddaughter, opting instead for a private encounter that left other royals feeling awkward.
This calculated move by the Queen underscores her determination to maintain control over the palace narrative, even as her family members seemed to be taking liberties with protocol. One can only imagine the behind-the-scenes power struggles that must have taken place during these tense moments.
The drama doesn't end there, however. Burrell also reveals how Harry and Meghan attempted to capture a photo opportunity with the Queen meeting Lilibet for the first time. The move was vetoed by the Queen, who was concerned about the potential leakage of photos into the US media. This decision would have far-reaching implications for the couple's image management strategy.
As if this weren't enough, Harry later recounted the encounter between his children and the Queen in his own memoir, Spare. He described how Archie made a deep bow to the Queen, while Lilibet cuddled her shins, charming everyone with their innocence. The Queen's response was one of pleasant surprise: "Sweetest children," she said, sounding bemused.
The tone of Burrell's account is both revealing and insightful, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the intricate web of relationships within the palace. Whether you're a royal aficionado or simply intrigued by the intrigue, this memoir promises to deliver on its promise of exclusivity.
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