Princess Eugenie has asked the palace not to invite Meghan Markle to Balmoral Castle for her son August’s first official visit. The report claims that Eugenie is concerned that Markle’s presence would overshadow the event and that she does not want her son to be exposed to the media circus that follows Markle.
The report has not been confirmed by the palace, but it is certainly plausible. Eugenie and Markle have never been close, and their relationship has reportedly deteriorated in recent years. Markle’s decision to step back from royal duties and move to the United States has further strained relations between the two women.
If the report is true, it would be a major snub for Markle. Balmoral Castle is a beloved royal retreat, and it is a special place for the Queen. Being invited to Balmoral is a sign of royal favor, and Markle’s absence would be a clear sign that she is no longer welcome in the royal family.
It is unclear how Markle would react to being excluded from the event. She may be angry or hurt, or she may simply not care. However, it is clear that her absence would be a major statement about her relationship with the royal family.
Only time will tell if the report is true. However, it is certainly a sign of the frosty relationship between Eugenie and Markle. If Markle is not invited to Balmoral, it will be a major blow to her hopes of being welcomed back into the royal fold.