Duchess Meghan's Dad Blasts the Queen for Meeting Trump Before Him
Thomas Markle says in a new interview that he is not happy about Queen Elizabeth II agreeing to meet with President Donald Trump before him. “If the queen is willing to meet our arrogant and insensitive president, she has no excuse not to meet me,” the 73-year-old told TMZ on Tuesday, June 26. “I’m nowhere near as bad.”The retired TV lighting director claimed the royal family put him in a “penalty box” after he blindsided them by appearing on Good Morning Britain. He told the website that he hasn’t spoken with any royals, including his daughter Meghan, since his June 18 tell-all interview.
© AP Why Meghan and Harry Have Cut Back on PDA When Meghan Markle and Prince Harry arrived at the Your Commonwealth Youth Challenge Reception tonight, the two did not hold hands or show any real signs of affection, even though the Queen wasn't there to elevate the formalness of the event.
Their interactions were all very chaste: Meghan was just barely photographed touching Harry's arm briefly-a far cry from the very visible kissing, hand-holding, and generally cuddly PDA the two have shown previously, especially at events before their wedding.
But their recent decision over the last couple weeks to be hands off at some events (like the Queen's Young Leaders Awards and Trooping the Colour) isn't because they have broken any rules being so handsy in the past, or to follow any new guidelines as a married couple.
© Yui Mok/PA Wire/PA Images The Duke and Duchess of Sussex during the Your Commonwealth Youth Challenge reception at Marlborough House in London. In fact, according to Beaumont Etiquette's founder and director Myka Meier, a British-American trained by a former member of the Queen's household, their showing affection is "actually encouraged [by the family]," she told ELLE.com.
"If you look at the Duchess of Cornwall and Prince Charles they’re very affectionate. Extremely affectionate. If you Google them at any recent event they’re always touching, holding hands, giggling. So I think people are just comparing the Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William [who do not show much PDA publicly] to Harry and Meghan. And it’s just a matter of style and comfort."
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© Doug Peters/Doug Peters/EMPICS Entertainment The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall during day two of Royal Ascot at Ascot Racecourse So Meghan and Harry not holding hands is just personal preference for when they're on the job and want to respect the seriousness of the event.
"I always think the important thing to remember is that people forget that they’re working royals," Meier continued. "So when we saw them on their engagement photos and people were commenting at how roughed up they were, that’s absolutely fine because they’re not presenting a serious-natured event. They’re not walking into a ceremony commemorating death or something horrific by showing PDA. They would never be so disrespectful. But the ways that we have seen them have been really social, in terms of the engagement, the marriage, the announcements, just walking through very informal events together. I think it’s something that’s absolutely fine and a matter of personal preference and also mirroring the body language and protocol of the event you’re attending."
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EXCLUSIVE: In the letter, from Meghan's time at Immaculate Heart High School in California, she tells her friend Michelle that she is 'so strong and wonderful' and has a 'beautiful spirit'.In the handwritten letter, from Meghan's time at Immaculate Heart High School in California, she tells her friend Michelle that she is 'so strong and wonderful' and has a 'beautiful spirit'.
Prince Harry and Ms. Meghan Markle have chosen to release this official portrait photograph to mark their engagement. The photograph was taken by photographer @alexilubomirski earlier this week at Frogmore House, Windsor.
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So if Harry and Meghan go to Wimbledon together (Meghan's expected to attend to support her friend Serena Williams), PDA is more likely, for example, Meier said. "If you’re going to a sporting event you’re going to be much more jovial and with [Prince William and Kate Middleton], we’ve even seen them kissing or hugging. We saw them hugging at [the Olympics]. But then as they go to a much more serious event, as if to commemorate a battle, they’re very solemn."
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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex's style can be described as polished perfection. From bodycon and sheath dresses to tailored separates and chic coats, the former small screen star-turned-royalty has impressed fashion critics the world over. We look at some of her best style moments.
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No need to make a royal fuss, there's a perfectly good explanation as to why Prince Harry's wife Meghan Markle wasn't made a godparent to Prince William and Duchess Kate's son Prince Louis.It was the first time the world got to see young Prince Louis since his birth on April 23 - and the royal family did not disappoint.
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In a bright yellow Brandon Maxwell dress at the culmination of the Commonwealth Secretariats Youth Leadership Workshop, at Marlborough House in London on July 5, 2018.
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In a Shoshanna Gruss dress, paired with a Madewell hat, at the Tusk Audi Challenge Polo in Ascot, England, on June 30, 2018.
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In a pink Prada dress with Prince Harry at the Queen's Young Leaders Awards Ceremony at Buckingham Palace on June 26, 2018 in London, England.
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In a Givenchy dress and a Philip Treacy hat at the Royal Ascot in Ascot, England, on June 19, 2018.
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In an Oscar de la Renta floor-length wrap dress at the wedding of Prince Harry's cousin, Celia McCorquodale, in Stoke Rochford, England, on June 16, 2018.
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In a beige Givenchy dress with a cape top and a black waistband belt paired with a black clutch and stilettos at the new Mersey Gateway Bridge in Widnes, Cheshire, England, on June 14, 2018, as part of her first royal visit with Queen Elizabeth II.
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have made some new friends.While visiting Croke Park in Dublin, the pair chatted with young athletes in the stadium and a couple of tiny fans got to do more than talk to the royal pair.
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In an off-shoulder peach Carolina Herrera dress and Philip Treacy fascinator as she accompanied Harry, Duke of Sussex, at her first Trooping the Colour parade on June 9, 2018, in London, England.
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In a Goat dress paired with a custom Philip Treacy hat and Wilbur & Gussie clutch at a garden party held at Buckingham Palace in London, England, on May 22, 2018. This is her first royal engagement after being married.
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Leaving Windsor Castle for an evening reception in a halter neck Stella McCartney gown on May 19, 2018. She wore an aquamarine cocktail ring which once belonged to Diana, Princess of Wales and Prince Harry's mother.
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In a pure white silk gown designed by Givenchy's Clare Waight Keller featuring a 15-feet veil embroidered with flowers in silk threads and organza during her wedding on May 19, 2018, in Windsor, England.
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In a navy Roland Mouret dress at Cliveden House in Windsor, England, on May 18, 2018, a day before her wedding to Prince Harry.
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Meghan Markle attends an Anzac Day Service of Commemoration and Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey on April 25, 2018 in London, England. It was reported she was wearing bespoke Emilia Wickstead and Philip Treacy for the service.
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In a long gray coat, black hat and heels at Wellington Arch to commemorate Anzac Day in London, England, on April 25, 2018.
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In a belted Hugo Boss dress while attending the 25th Anniversary Memorial Service to celebrate Stephen Lawrence in London, England, on April 23, 2018.
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In a navy Stella McCartney cape dress, paired with Manolo Blahnik pumps and a Naeem Khan clutch at the Queen's birthday concert in London on April 21, 2018.
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In a pleated floral dress by Self-Portrait, paired with a black blazer, at the Invictus Games Reception in London on April 21, 2018.
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In a Jackie O dress from Black Halo which she accessorized with white gold and diamond earrings from Birks, a mini Gucci clutch and suede Aquazzura pumps at the Women's Empowerment reception in London on April 19, 2018.
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In a pinstripe dress by Altuzarra, accessorized with a Camilla and Mark jacket and an Oroton Studio bag, at a reception with delegates from the Commonwealth Youth Forum in London on April 18, 2018.
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In a Babaton khaki trench coat over an Invictus Games-branded polo shirt and Mother Denim Runaway flared jeans at the team trials for the 2018 Invictus Games in Bath, England, on April 6, 2018.
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In a cream sweater by Victoria Beckham and a green skirt from Greta Constantine paired with a coat by Mackage and red velvet Manolo Blahnik pumps at the Eikon Exhibition Centre in Lisburn, Northern Ireland on March 23, 2018.
‘My daughter is terrified’: Thomas Markle claims daughter Meghan is struggling to cope with the switch from TV to royalty and can ‘see her pain in her smile’
Thomas Markle has made a bombshell claim that daughter Meghan is struggling to cope with the switch from TV to royalty and he can ‘see her pain in her smile’. He has voiced his concern about pressure being piled on the Duchess of Sussex, as she comes to terms with life as a busy member of the royal family.Mr Markle said: ‘I can see it in her eyes, I see it in her face and I see it in her smile. I’ve seen her smile for years. I know her smile. I don’t like the one I’m seeing now,’ he told The Sun on Sunday.
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In an Amanda Wakeley coat and dress, accessorized with a Stephen Jones hat, during the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey in London on March 12, 2018.
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In a J. Crew coat, Alexander Wang trousers and AllSaints jumper during an event as part of International Women's Day in Birmingham, England, on March 8, 2018.
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In a Jason Wu dress at the first annual Royal Foundation Forum held in London on Feb. 28, 2018.
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In a Burberry tartan double-breasted coat, Veronica Beard trousers and a Strathberry sling bag as she visited Edinburgh Castle during her and Prince Harry's first official joint visit to Scotland on Feb. 13, 2018.
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In a Stella McCartney coat, Hiut Denim trousers, and an off-the-shoulder Theory top during her visit to Cardiff Castle in Wales on Jan. 18, 2018. She accessorized with Tabitha Simmons boots and a DeMillier bag.
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In a Smythe coat, wide-legged pants from Burberry and a Jigsaw scarf while visiting Reprezent 107.3FM in London on Jan. 9, 2018.
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In a Sentaler coat, Stuart Weitzman suede boots, a circular Chloé bag and a Philip Treacy hat while attending Christmas Day service at Church of St. Mary Magdalene in King's Lynn, England, on Dec. 25, 2017.
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In a double-breasted military maxi coat from Mackage over a beige midi skirt and black turtleneck, paired with tall black boots during her first official joint event with Prince Harry in Nottingham, England, on Dec. 1, 2017. Her handbag is by the Spanish brand Strathberry.
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In a Line the Label jacket over a green dress by P.A.R.O.S.H. and Aquazurra heels while attending a photocall to announce her engagement to Prince Harry at Kensington Palace in London on Nov. 27, 2017.
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In a Misha Nonoo button-down "The Husband" shirt, distressed Mother Denim jeans and Everlane's Day Tote with Prince Harry at the Invictus Games in Toronto, Canada, on Sep. 25, 2017.
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In an Aritzia midi with a pleated chiffon skirt and a matching Mackage burgundy leather jacket and velvet clutch at the Opening Ceremony of the Invictus Games on Sept. 23, 2017.
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In a Jill Jill Stuart dress featuring a sweetheart neckline at the "Today Show" taping at NBC Rockefeller Center Studios on July 14, 2016, in New York City, New York, U.S.
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In a knee-length dress with a collar while leaving the "Today Show" taping on July 13, 2016, in New York City.
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In a maroon Roland Mouret dress at the Roland Mouret private dinner on April 28, 2016, in Toronto, Canada.
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In a pale blue macrame sundress at the Glamour and L'Oréal Paris Celebrate 2016 College Women Of The Year on April 27, 2016, in New York City.
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In a beige dress at the World Vision event on March 22, 2016, in Toronto.
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In a high-neck Dolce & Gabbana mini dress at ELLE's 6th annual Women in Television celebration on Jan. 20, 2016, in Los Angeles.
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In a metallic mini dress by Misha Nonoo at the 12th Annual CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards on Nov. 2, 2015, in New York City.
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In a semi-sheer white knit top paired with wide-leg pants at the 2015 NBC New York Summer Press Day on June 24, 2015, in New York City.
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In an off-shoulder top and black trousers at the 2015 NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment Upfront in New York City on May 14, 2015.
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In a white crop top paired with a white skirt and jacket at the World MasterCard Fashion Week Fall 2015 on March 25, 2015, in Toronto.
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In a Roland Mouret mermaid gown at the Elton John AIDS Foundation’s 13th Annual An Enduring Vision charity gala on Oct. 28, 2014, in New York City.
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In a white top paired with a denim skirt and a white fur coat at the Miu Miu Tales Sparkle and Light in New York City on Feb. 11, 2014.
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In a Herve Leger dress during the Autumn Winter 2014 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York City on Feb. 8, 2014.
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In a bodycon dress at the 3rd Annual NFL Characters Unite at Sports Illustrated on Jan. 30, 2014, in New York City.
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In a black Alexander McQueen dress with lace-up shoes at the World Premiere of "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" in London on Nov. 11, 2013.
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In a beige one-shoulder bow dress at the American Ballet Theatre 2013 opening night Fall Gala on Oct. 30, 2013, in New York City.
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In a full-sleeve green bodycon dress during the 51st New York Film Festival on Oct. 2, 2013, in New York City.
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In an off-the-shoulder black dress at the London Global Gift Gala on Nov. 19, 2013, in London.
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In a floral dress at the Tracy Reese fashion show during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 on Sept. 8, 2013, in New York City.
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In a Herve Leger dress at the BCBGMAXAZRIA Runway and Herve Leger by Max Azria Spring 2014 exclusive after party in New York City on Sept. 7, 2013.
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In a white mini-dress at the 2013 MuchMusic Video Awards on June 16, in Toronto.
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In a pink satin strapless dress at ELLE's 2nd Annual Women In TV event on Jan. 24, 2013, in West Hollywood, California, U.S.
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In an off-the-shoulder bodycon dress at the TV Guide Magazine's Annual Hot List Party on Nov. 12, 2012, in West Hollywood.
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In a Diane von Furstenberg lace dress at USA Network and The Moth's A More Perfect Union: Stories of Prejudice and Power storytelling event on Feb. 15, 2012, in West Hollywood.
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In a black velvet dress at the Anti-Defamation League Entertainment Industry Awards dinner on Oct. 11, 2011, in Beverly Hills, California, U.S.
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In a black-and-white dress during the Primary Action 2007 Golden Globe Suites on Jan. 13, 2007, in Los Angeles.
Meghan and Harry have been at fewer somber events. Tonight, as they were meeting with youth leaders at a reception to talk about to how address the challenges of the UK Commonwealth in the years ahead, they may have restrained themselves to reflect the subject matter.
© Getty Images William and Kate hugging at the 2012 Olympics. "It’s up to each and every royal and royal couple about how affectionate they are," Meier concluded. "There’s no protocol that tells them they can’t hug or kiss or touch. There’s no rule book like that. Each senior member of the royal family is trusted to make the judgement calls of what’s appropriate and when. It’s all about being trusted to make those calls on their own.”
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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, arrive to attend a reception marking the culmination of the Commonwealth Secretariats Youth Leadership Workshop, at Marlborough House in London on July 5, 2018.
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Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, at the Queen's Young Leaders Awards Ceremony at Buckingham Palace in London, England, on June 26, 2018.
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex at the Royal Ascot in Ascot, England, on June 19, 2018.
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex at the wedding of Celia McCorquodale, Princess Diana's niece, in Stoke Rochford, England, on June 16, 2018.
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Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, at Trooping the Colour parade on June 9, 2018, in London, England.
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex at a garden party at Buckingham Palace in London, England, on May 22, 2018. This was their first royal engagement as a married couple.
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Prince Harry and Meghan, the newly married Duke and Duchess of Sussex, on the East Terrace of Windsor Castle after their wedding on May 19, 2018.
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The newly married Duke and Duchess of Sussex leave Windsor Castle after their wedding to attend an evening reception at Frogmore House in Windsor, England, on May 19, 2018.
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The royal couple leave the Windsor Castle.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle during their wedding service at St George's Chapel.
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The bride and groom look at each other during the wedding ceremony.
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Prince Harry and Markle depart from the chapel.
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The newlywed couple share a kiss after their wedding.
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Prince Harry and Markle, Duke and Duchess of Sussex enjoy a ride on a horse-drawn carriage after their wedding.
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Prince Harry and then fiancee Markle arrive at a Service of Thanksgiving and Commemoration on Anzac Day at Westminster Abbey in London, England, April 25, 2018.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at Wellington Arch to commemorate Anzac Day in London on April 25, 2018.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with British Prime Minister Theresa May (L) attend a memorial service to mark the 25th anniversary of the murder of Stephen Lawrence at St Martin-in-the-Fields in London on April 23, 2018.
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The couple at the Royal Albert Hall to attend the Queen's birthday concert in London on April 21, 2018.
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Harry and Markle at the Invictus Games Reception in London on April 21, 2018.
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The couple attend the Women's Empowerment reception hosted by Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting at the Royal Aeronautical Society in London on April 19, 2018.
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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry attend a reception with delegates from the Commonwealth Youth Forum as part of Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in London on April 18, 2018.
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The couple speak to a competitor as they attend the U.K. team trials for the 2018 Invictus Games, in Bath, England, on April 6, 2018.
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Harry and Markle at the Eikon Centre, Lisburn, during their visit to Northern Ireland on March 23, 2018.
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The couple leave Westminster Abbey in London, England, after attending the Commonwealth Service on March 12, 2018.
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They meet up with children outside the Westminster Abbey on March 12, 2018.
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They arrive to take part in an event as part of International Women's Day in Birmingham, England, on March 8, 2018.
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The Royal couple on a walkabout during a visit to Millennium Point in Birmingham on March 8, 2018, as part of regional tours the couple undertook in the run-up to their wedding.
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Prince Harry and Markle attend the first annual Royal Foundation Forum held at Aviva in London on Feb. 28.
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The couple at a reception for young people at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, Scotland, on Feb. 13, 2018.
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The royal couple interact with fans at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on Feb. 13, 2018.
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Prince Harry and Markle take a stroll at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on Feb. 13, 2018.
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Markle and Prince Harry visit a cafe and social business called Social Bite in Edinburgh on Feb. 13, 2018.
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The couple attend a reception for young people at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on Feb. 13, 2018.
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They walkabout on the esplanade at Edinburgh Castle, during their visit to Scotland on Feb. 13, 2018.
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Markle greets fans at Edinburgh Castle on Feb. 13, 2018.
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Prince Harry and Markle arrive to attend the annual Endeavour Fund Awards in London on Feb. 1, 2018.
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The couple during their visit to Star Hub, a community and leisure centre, in Cardiff, Wales, on Jan. 18, 2018.
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They sign autographs and shake hands with children as they arrive at Cardiff Castle on Jan. 18, 2018 in Cardiff.
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During their visit to Reprezent 107.3FM in London on Jan. 9, 2018.
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One of three official engagement photos released by Kensington Palace on Dec. 21, 2017 of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. They were taken by British-born fashion photographer Alexi Lubomirski.
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A photo of the two in embrace, released on Dec. 21, 2017.
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Official engagement photo of the couple released on Dec. 21, 2017.
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They were spotted driving to Buckingham Palace in London, England to attend the Queen's Christmas Lunch on Dec. 20, 2017.
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The two during their first joint official public engagement as they attended a World Aids Day charity fair in Nottingham, England on Dec. 1, 2017.
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After months of speculation, Harry and Markle announced their engagement on Nov. 27, 2017. The couple later appeared at a photocall in the Sunken Garden at Kensington Palace in London.
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A statement from Clarence House confirmed the couple would be married in the spring of 2018.
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The two chat during the Closing Ceremony of the Invictus Games on Sept. 30, 2017, in Toronto, Canada.
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Harry left his official seat to join Markle, and they were even caught kissing, on Sept. 30, 2017.
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In their first informal public appearance together, they attended a wheelchair tennis match during the Invictus Games on Sept. 25, 2017.
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Harry talks to Markle during the game.
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The duo enjoyed each other's company during the game.
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The two interact with a child during the game.
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The couple were dressed casually for the event. Markle wore a loose shirt and a pair of jeans and the prince wore a black polo shirt with jeans.
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The prince gestures during the event as Markle looks on.
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The two talking with each other.
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The prince gestures as Markle looks on.
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The couple share a light moment during the game.
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The two chat with fans and participants after the game.
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The duo seen leaving the venue.
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Earlier, the two attended the opening ceremony of the Invictus Games on Sept. 23, but were seated separately.
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Markle wore a low-neck purple dress with a matching leather coat over her shoulders.
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Prince Harry speaks during the opening ceremony of the Invictus Games.
‘My daughter is terrified’: Thomas Markle claims daughter Meghan is struggling to cope with the switch from TV to royalty and can ‘see her pain in her smile’ .
Thomas Markle has made a bombshell claim that daughter Meghan is struggling to cope with the switch from TV to royalty and he can ‘see her pain in her smile’. He has voiced his concern about pressure being piled on the Duchess of Sussex, as she comes to terms with life as a busy member of the royal family.Mr Markle said: ‘I can see it in her eyes, I see it in her face and I see it in her smile. I’ve seen her smile for years. I know her smile. I don’t like the one I’m seeing now,’ he told The Sun on Sunday.