Many eyebrows were raised by conflicting opinions after Camilla, the Duchess, allegedly asked Meghan if Meghan would have ginger hair. Although most people felt she meant no harm they agreed that she shouldn’t have spoken about it.
Prince Harry was only 13 when he was first introduced to Camilla by Prince Charles. His father, Prince Charles, had plans to marry Camilla after the divorce and death Princess Diana.
Camilla’s meeting with the princes was intended to help her transition into the royal family. Prince Charles’s sonsbefore they were officially married.
Camilla, Duchess Of Cornwall, visits The Square’s New Inn as she meets residents of Stamford Bridge and other business owners on February 18, 2016, in York.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
The meeting was scheduled to take place before the first anniversary of Princess Diana’s death and before Prince Charle’s 50th birthday. The meeting was not pleasant for Harry, but everyone involved.
He was so sorry for his mother, and he looked miserable throughout the event.
Harry spoke glowingly about Camilla on his 21st Birthday, describing her as a wonderful woman who made their father happy. Although it seemed that the two of them had been getting along well, things did not go as planned.
Camilla, Duchess Cornwall, is seen covering herself with an umbrella during day two Royal Ascot at Ascot Raccourse on June 19, 2019, in Ascot.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
THE PRINCES’ FROSTY RELATIONSHIP WITH CAMILLA
After Camilla became Charles’s official wife, they tried to remake her public outlook into a favorable outcome. Charles’s private secretary Stephen Lamport worked to transform Camilla into someone loved by the people.
This would create a lot of press moments, especially at public charity events where she would be seated in close proximity to the Queen.
Prince Charles, Camilla and their guests, Prince Charles, and Camilla, look at one another as they open The Strand Hall, an Edwardian community hall that was renovated during their third day of visiting Wales. This took place in Builth Wells (Wales), on July 4, 2018.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
Another tactic they used was to pretend that Camilla was in a good relationship, with Harry and Charles. However, this was far from reality. They tolerated her and their relationship wasn’t as strong as they claimed.
Harry was a frequent speaker in his thirties. Notified to his friends about Camilla converting his old bedroom at Highgrove and his father’s Gloucestershire estate into her elaborate dressing room.
CAMILLA’S RELATIONSHIP WITH MEGHAN
Camilla, Duchess Cornwall, attends The Prince’s Countryside Fund Raceday, Ascot Racecourse, on November 23, 2018, In Ascot, England.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
The former actress, Meghan Markle, was able to bond well with Prince Harry and Camilla when she first brought Meghan Markle back home to meet the royals.
Prince Charles and Meghan were able to bond because they shared a love of classical music, architecture, sustainable organic food, and other common interests. Camilla, on the contrary, was a great match because they both love wine and yoga.
Meghan and Camilla attend The Prince of Wales’ 70th birthday Patronage Celebration at Buckingham Palace, London, England on May 22, 2018.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
Their closeness was so great that Camilla spoke glowingly about Meghan and Harry’s engagement announcement in 2017. The Duchess Of Cornwall According to reporters:
“America’s loss is our gain. We are all absolutely delighted.”
She also explained that the pair’s engagement had created a bit of joy and good news in a season where they had been surrounded by bad news.
After Meghan Markle got married to Prince Harry she had to learn all the protocols and ways of the Royal family. Camilla was the first person to reach out to her and offer friendship.
The Duke and Duchess Sussex, along with the Duchesss of Cambridge, and the Duchess Cornwall, make their journey along The Mall to Horse Guards Parade, London ahead of the Trooping The Color ceremony as The Queen celebrates Her Official Birthday.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
When she married Charles, the Duchess of Cornwall was already in that position. Like Meghan, she had also divorced her first husband prior to marrying into Royal Family.
Also, during a garden party at Buckingham Palace held in honor of Charles’s 70th birthday, as Meghan and Harry were leaving, Camilla grabbed Meghan’s hand and KissesShe said goodbye.
Prince Charles and Camilla visit Sandringham Flower Show 2018. Sandringham House, King’s Lynn, England.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
According to author Andrew Morton Camilla’s actions were a rare gesture of genuine affection to show that Meghan had been wholly welcomed into the royal family and was now one of them.
Months after Meghan and Harry’s wedding, reports emerged that Camilla and Meghan got on surprisingly well. Meghan was even invited to private lunches by the Duchess of Cornwall, where she offered advice about how to handle the pressure and duties of being a royal.
Camilla was able to share her first-hand knowledge and advice with Meghan after she had an affair before they married.
Camilla visited the 3rd Battalion Parachute Regiment members before they were about to deploy to Afghanistan on Friday, March 3.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
Even in 2019, after the birth of Meghan and Harry’s first child, when the former complained during a tour of South Africa that she was just living and not existing, Camilla supported her behind the scenes.
After Meghan and Harry’s controversial interview aired, Camilla was reportedly surprised at how much the couple was going through. The Duchess wanted everyone in happiness and did not like Meghan being in trouble.
Prince Charles gestures during the opening ceremony for the Invictus games at Queen Elizabeth II Park in London, September 10, 2014. Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
But their relationship soon became strained. The problem began when Meghan reportedly upset Camilla.
For almost a year, the Duchess of Cornwall had planned a speech about the 10th anniversary of the Women of the World Festival. Her campaign against abuse was to be the main focus. Meghan demanded pictures of her private visit at the National Theatre be published on the same day.
Although Palace officials kept silent about their alleged dispute, there were reports that Camilla felt the need to express her feelings. OffenseEveryone had agreed that Meghan’s speech should prevail; however, Meghan refused and demanded her photographs be published.
Camilla is at the Cheltenham Festival 2020 ‘Ladies Day 2’ at Cheltenham Racecourse, Cheltenham, England on March 11, 2020.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
Reports also claimed that Camilla was always there suspiciousMeghan, but was not entirely convinced that she was willing to sacrifice her career for the sake of a monarchy.
Later, the Duchess was AskCamilla asked if Meghan and Harry would miss her royal duties. Answer “Course,”And then you can walk away.
Camilla was present at the ICAP charity event on December 5, 2017, at ICAP in London, England.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
CAMILLA IS ACCUSED OF MAKEN OFFENSIVE COMMENT
After Harry and Mehan’s exit from the Royal family, reports emerged that during a meeting between Harry and his father and stepmother, the latter had It is claimed thatHe was asked if it would make him laugh if his unborn mixed race child was born. ‘ginger Afro-hair.’
Camilla was also furious at Meghan’s comment and deemed it racist. Sources close to the Duchess were not able to confirm this. So calledThe allegation “nonsense.”
Camilla was present at the QIPCO King George Diamond Day where she presented prizes to Queen Elizabeth QIPCO Stakes winners. She was at Ascot Racecourse, July 23, 2022 in Ascot, England.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
People who watched the news were also divided. Views on if they thought Camilla’s comments were controversial. Some people believed Camilla meant no offense to her comments, including Brenda Kussan (Facebook user). Submitted:
“I don’t see what’s wrong with that comment. He has ginger hair.. .nothing wrong with that. she is mixed race..nothing wrong with that. Why is it taboo to wonder if the baby might have ginger afro style hair?”
Rob Simons, another user, echoed the sentiment. Noting:
“Nothing wrong with that at all.”
Vanessa Lelah, a Facebook user, also supported the same idea. She Submitted:
“So what? My son had a ginger Afro. And? That’s not racist. It takes a racist person to think that. Camilla was just curious. It’s only natural for people to wonder what colouring a Child would have if they are mixed race. This is in no way racist. We all think that. We all ask that even of our own children. The only one who is racist is Meghan herself for thinking this way.”
Camilla attended the Christening of Princess Charlotte, Duke of Cambridge at St. Mary Magdalene Church Sandringham on July 5, 2015, England.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
Megahn was also accused by Vanessa Lelah, who continued to accuse Megahn of calling her race “caucasian” throughout her teenage years as well as when she applied for schools. Other people believed that Camilla shouldn’t make such comments, such as Shastri Shoon. penned:
“Racism is still very much alive and well in the UK. I cannot help but wonder why people are so into this couple. It as though, community commentators are close friends with Harry and Meghan. Wasn’t Camilla the outside woman at one point in time? I don’t think Diana would of even suggested or even though about that saying such a thing.”
Manuela Bruno also Quipped:
“Camilla, think before you speak.”
Camilla was at Lancaster House, London, England on October 17th 2018, for a reception celebrating the 150th anniversary of Royal Commonwealth Society.Source: Getty Images | Source: Getty Images
So did Gracie Lopez. She noted that Camilla shouldn’t have gotten involved. Writing:
“It isn’t any of her business what color of hair he has.”
According to recent allegations against Camilla, it’s fair to say that her once friendly relationship with Meghan is now strained.