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- Meghan Markle And Kate Middleton Both ‘Cried Their Eyes Out’ After Arguing Over Princess Charlotte’s Bridesmaid Dress, New Book Reveals (shefinds.com)
A new book offers a fresh perspective on the infamous bridesmaid dress incident between Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle. “Yes, Ma’am: The Secret Life of Royal Servants,” by Tom Quinn, features an account from a royal staffer who claims both sides were upset during the disagreement.
Previous reports suggested either Meghan made Kate cry or vice versa. Meghan told Oprah Winfrey in 2021 that Kate had apologized for making her cry, but the new book suggests a more nuanced situation.
According to the staffer, both women had regrets about things said in the heat of the moment, and both were tearful. The source also claims the media blew the incident out of proportion.
Private family matters rarely reach the press, but in this case, other grievances contributed to the story becoming public and amplified. The staffer notes that even royals can be influenced by media portrayals, and the dress incident became a symbol of wider tensions between Meghan and the royal family.