PRINCE William and Kate Middleton have been “sending secret messages” to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in recent months, claims a royal expert.
Last week, the Duke of Cambridge released a statement after the Euro 2020 final condemning racist comments made to black English players.
Royal author Duncan Larcombe claims that William was making a point in releasing the statement, and he and Kate are on a successful “charm offensive right now”.
He told Closer: “While William has always spoken out against racism, his statement this time was really powerful and especially relevant after Harry and Meghan’s accusation about the royal family.
“It’s almost as if they’re sending a secret message to Harry and Meghan saying, ‘We’re going to keep going, we’re still here, we’re not backing down, we’re carrying on’.
“It’s a message to Harry that life continues – with or without him.”
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The message followed Meghan Markle telling Oprah Winfrey that a senior royal had commented on how dark Archie’s skin would be when he was born.
William addressed the allegations personally saying the royals are “very much not a racist family”.
Duncan said that the Cambridge are now “determined to show that isn’t the case”.
The Duke of Cambridge, who serves as president of The FA, said in his statement: “I am sickened by the racist abuse aimed at England players after last night’s match.
“It is totally unacceptable that players have to endure this abhorrent behaviour.
“It must stop now and all those involved should be held accountable. W.”
Her Majesty released a statement almost two days after the couple’s Oprah interview and said the Royal Family took the allegations “very seriously”.
A statement from the palace said: “The whole family is saddened to learn the full extent of how challenging the last few years have been for Harry and Meghan.
“The issues raised, particularly that of race, are concerning. Whilst some recollections may vary, they are taken very seriously and will be addressed by the family privately.
“Harry, Meghan and Archie will always be much loved family members.”
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