Prince Harry’s friends ‘didn’t warm to Meghan Markle because they didn’t see eye-to-eye’

The integration of Meghan Markle into Prince Harry’s inner circle has reportedly encountered challenges, as per the assessment of a royal expert. It is alleged that the Duchess of Sussex faced difficulties in establishing common ground with the Prince’s close companions, many of whom did not readily embrace her presence. The expert suggests that this disconnect may stem from the perceived contrast between Meghan Markle’s “politically correct Californian” persona and the existing dynamics within Harry’s social circle.

This assertion gains further credence in light of the notable absence of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex from a recent high-profile societal event, the nuptials of Hugh Grosvenor, one of Prince Harry’s longstanding friends and the godfather to the couple’s son, Archie. The lavish ceremony, deemed the “society wedding of the year,” witnessed a significant royal presence, including Prince William, who was bestowed the honor of serving as an usher. The Sussexes’ conspicuous absence from this prestigious gathering has raised eyebrows and fueled speculation regarding the purported rift between Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s inner circle of friends.

The exclusion of Prince Harry’s friends from the coronation ceremony may not come as a surprise, according to a royal expert. Richard Eden, writing in the Daily Mail, suggests that Harry’s pals have never truly seen eye-to-eye with his wife, Meghan Markle, finding it challenging to connect with her “politically correct Californian” persona.

Eden reveals that Meghan failed to make a favorable first impression on Harry’s friends when they were initially introduced in 2017. He states, “When Prince Harry started introducing new girlfriend Meghan Markle to his closest pals back in 2017, not all of them warmed to the American actress.”

This insight sheds light on the potential reasons behind the exclusion of Harry’s friends from the coronation event, highlighting the underlying tensions and differing perspectives within his social circle.

The stark contrasts between Prince Harry’s social circles and the Duchess of Sussex have been brought to the forefront. Eden highlighted the disparities, stating: “Prince Harry’s acquaintances tend to be enthusiasts of country sports with an earthy sense of humor, while the Duchess is a politically correct Californian who practices yoga when not consuming green smoothies or avocado toast.”

The Duchess’s inability to establish rapport with Prince Harry’s companions has led to the Duke’s isolation from his former circle of Old Etonian and military friends. Royal author and expert Tom Quinn, in an exclusive conversation with the Mirror, elucidated: “As time progresses, Prince Harry yearns for certain aspects of his former life in the United Kingdom. Inevitably, the honeymoon period, where everything in the United States is novel and exhilarating, is drawing to a close, and Prince Harry is reminiscing about the past through a nostalgic lens.”

He further added: “Prince Harry misses his Old Etonian and military companions, many of whom have not visited due to their strained relations with the Duchess. Prince Harry is resolute in securing a permanent residence in the United Kingdom, which is partly the reason he is persisting with legal action to ensure British taxpayers fund his security arrangements.”