For Black and mixed-race Britons, Meghan’s description of her family troubles recalled familiar and often painful experiences that rarely get talked about.
Tag: Royal Families
Prince William Calls Royals ‘Not a Racist Family’ After Meghan and Harry Interview
His comment, after remarks made by the couple in their interview with Oprah Winfrey that aired this week, was the first from a member of the royal family in a public appearance.
Meghan and Harry Interview Divides U.K. Press Over Race
The fallout from the Harry and Meghan interview created a rare public schism in the press, and an embarrassing reversal, and raised broader questions about racism in Britain.
After Harry and Meghan’s Interview, U.K. Politicians Tread Carefully
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has yet to comment on a bombshell that has rocked the monarchy, jolted the Commonwealth and divided British society.
Piers Morgan Leaves ‘Good Morning Britain’ After Attacks on Meghan
The television anchor stormed off the set of an ITV news program after his co-host, Alex Beresford, criticized his remarks about the Duchess of Sussex.
What Is ‘The Firm’? The Royal Family Institution, Explained
For all the familial drama, Harry and Meghan’s story is also about workplace conflict — what happens when a glamorous outsider joins a hidebound family business, one now in crisis mode.
Royal Palace Silent as Meghan and Harry’s Interview Dominates UK News
Buckingham Palace said issues raised in the interview with Prince Harry and Meghan, “particularly that of race, are concerning.” Piers Morgan, a TV host who said he “didn’t believe a word” of the interview, resigned.
Your Tuesday Briefing
Reception to a bombshell interview.
Meghan Markle’s Interview Rekindles Princess Diana Memories
A quarter-century after Princess Diana broke her silence about life among the British royals, Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, did the same. Their stories were remarkably similar.
Meghan’s Oprah Interview Rekindles Princess Diana Memories
A quarter-century after Princess Diana broke her silence about life among the British royals, Meghan Markle did the same. Their stories were remarkably similar.