Royal expert questions Meghan's relationship with her estranged father
Royal expert Ingrid Seward finds it odd that Prince Harry has never met Meghan Markle's father, Thomas Markle, calling the situation "very strange." The Duchess of Sussex and her father have been estranged since he posed for paparazzi pictures before her wedding to Harry.
Family rift and public perception
Thomas Markle has been estranged from his daughter since suffering heart attacks before Meghan's wedding, leading to a strained relationship. As a result, Prince Harry has not met his father-in-law, prompting questions about Meghan's relationship with her dad and Harry's connections to his extended family.
Expert analysis on public opinion
In a conversation with host Matt Wilkinson, royal expert Ingrid Seward discussed the public's perception of Prince Harry, noting a significant drop in his popularity from 2019 to the present. Seward highlighted how Harry's actions and distancing from his family have led to a negative view among some audiences, especially in the US.
Thomas Markle's longing to meet his grandkids
Thomas Markle expressed sadness over not being able to meet his grandkids, Archie and Lilibet, and lamented that they are missing out on family events like Trooping the Colour. He emphasized the importance of family connections and expressed a desire to build a relationship with his grandchildren.