Why Prince Philip Was Disappointed with Meghan Markle: Inside Royal Expectations
Royal Rift: Prince Philip's Fury over Harry and Meghan's Exit Revealed
As the world witnessed the shocking departure of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle from the Royal Family, one man was left seething with anger - Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. According to royal biographer Ingrid Seward, Philip was "hugely" disappointed that Meghan didn't follow his example of making sacrifices for the sake of the monarchy.
Seward spilled the tea on thescholarlynote.com: "He feels he gave up his naval career in order to stand by the Queen and help the monarchy. And why can't Meghan just give up her acting career, support her husband and support the monarchy? He just cannot understand why she couldn't support Harry and help him rather than wanting to have her voice."
Philip's frustration was palpable when Harry and Meghan announced their decision to step down as working royals in January 2020. The Duke of Edinburgh allegedly refused to participate in the crisis talks, choosing instead to distance himself from the drama.
Seward revealed: "Of course, it irritates him hugely. And when they had the Sandringham Summit, Prince Philip was seen leaving the house very swiftly before they all arrived. He simply doesn't want to get involved any more."
Philip's ire was fueled by his own sacrifices for the Crown. Before marrying Queen Elizabeth II, he renounced his Greek and Danish citizenship, changing his name from Philippos Andreou of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderberg-Glücksburg to Mountbatten.
The Duke's quiet fury also stemmed from his sense of duty and commitment to the monarchy. He left behind a successful naval career to take up new duties as consort to the Queen, a role he held for over 70 years.
Philip was less than thrilled when the Royal Family did not adopt his surname, Mountbatten. Instead, they retained the Windsor name, which Philip felt was a slight against him. According to broadcaster Gyles Brandreth, Philip was left vexed by the decision, claiming he was "the only man in the country not allowed to give his name to his own children."
Despite these setbacks, Philip remained dedicated to serving the Queen and the country, becoming patron of over 800 organizations, including the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme.
Upon his retirement from royal duties in August 2017, Philip became the longest-serving British royal consort, a testament to his unwavering commitment to the Crown and his wife. The Queen paid tribute to her "constant strength and guide" in her Diamond Jubilee speech in 2012.
In a touching final tribute, the Queen left a handwritten note on top of Prince Philip's coffin during his funeral in April 2021, signing it off as "Lilibet," his nickname for her. The note was nestled among a wreath of white blooms she had chosen, including lilies, roses, freesia, and sweet peas.
As the world mourns the passing of Prince Philip, this article sheds light on the royal patriarch's inner workings, revealing a man who valued loyalty and duty above all else. With his fierce dedication to the monarchy and his wife, it's no wonder that Harry and Meghan's departure left him feeling "hugely" disappointed.
