Prince Harry “Tried to Warn” Meghan About Royal Life Before Their Wedding, Says New Report
A new report suggests Prince Harry attempted to prepare Meghan Markle for the realities of royal life before their 2018 wedding — but that the warnings were never enough to counter what she later described as the pressures and expectations of the monarchy. According to The Express, sources claim Harry told Meghan that life within the Royal Family would be “difficult” and that the transition from Hollywood to royal protocol could feel isolating.
The report ties the alleged warning to Meghan’s earlier comments in interviews, including her 2021 Oprah conversation, where she said she was unprepared for the limitations placed upon her once she joined the Royal Family. The Express notes that Harry had already lived through decades of intense media scrutiny and was aware of how challenging that environment could be for a newcomer — particularly an American actress entering the Firm at a time of already heightened public tension.
Critics argue that if such warnings did take place, they were either too vague or too optimistic about how the institution would react to Meghan. Supporters counter that Harry’s attempts to prepare her demonstrate that he understood the rigid expectations of royal life and tried to protect her from the pressures that would follow.
The story resurfaces at a moment when the couple continues to redefine their public identity in the United States. With multiple media projects, philanthropic initiatives, and rebranding discussions underway, the question of “what went wrong” inside the monarchy remains a recurring theme in both British and American commentary.
Whether the warning was substantial or symbolic, the report illustrates the ongoing fascination with the Sussexes’ early relationship dynamics — and how those private conversations continue to shape public narratives years after their royal exit.
