Rumors of a Feud Between the Princes Started in 2018
A palace insider has claimed that the ongoing feud between Prince Harry and Prince William began before Harry's relationship with Meghan Markle. The first signs of tension reportedly emerged after William met Meghan at Kensington Palace.
Rift Over Wildlife Conservation
The royal rift allegedly deepened over the brothers' differing approaches to wildlife conservation. While they both share a passion for protecting endangered species, they had opposing views on how to carry out conservation efforts in Africa.
William's Community-led Approach vs. Harry's Hands-on Approach
According to a source, William believed in focusing on community-led schemes, where local people are empowered to protect the land over time. On the other hand, Harry preferred a more interventionist and hands-on approach, aiming to quickly secure wildlife habitats and enact change.
Harry's Claims of Physical Altercation
Last year, Harry claimed that William "knocked him to the floor" during an argument about Meghan. In his book, Harry stated that William called Meghan "rude" and "difficult" during the heated exchange. Harry alleged that William grabbed him by the collar, causing a visible injury to his back.
Prince Philip's Warning About Meghan
Prince Philip reportedly referred to Meghan as the "D.O.W" (Duchess of Windsor) and cautioned the late Queen to be cautious of Harry's then bride-to-be. In a new book, royal author Ingrid Seward revealed that Prince Philip found it "uncanny" how much Meghan reminded him of the Duchess of Windsor, the American divorcee who led Edward VIII to abdicate.
