If you thought the drama between Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton had cooled off, think again. While their husbands, Prince Harry and Prince William, continue to battle it out, the royal rift between the women is still alive and well. Now it’s got a parenting twist that’s turning the duchess feud into a full-on mom war. Yep, things are getting messy, and even their kids aren’t being left out of the royal tension.
It all kicked off (again) when Meghan Markle celebrated daughter Lilibet Diana’s fourth birthday earlier this month with not one, not two, but three Instagram posts, and one of them had jaws dropping around the globe. In a behind-the-scenes video filmed right before Lili’s 2021 birth, Meghan is seen dancing in a hospital gown to “The Baby Momma Dance” by Starrkeisha, while Prince Harry hops in and out of the frame, showing off his own moves.
Social media had a field day. Some fans called it “joyful” and “relatable,” while others weren’t feeling the vibe, labeling it “cringey,” “corny,” and “attention-seeking.” But the real royal scandal happened across the pond.
Prince William and Kate Middleton, apparently, “couldn’t believe their eyes” when they saw the clip. According to palace insiders, the Cambridges were not impressed. “They thought it was so tacky and a very sad illustration of just how desperate and shameless the Sussexes have become with their attention-seeking behavior,” one source dished to Radar Online.
Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton Are At It Again
Reportedly, Kate confided in friends that she “wouldn’t be caught dead acting in such a vulgar fashion.” William, too, was said to be embarrassed by his brother’s goofy antics, especially since Harry, despite his royal exit, is still fifth in line to the throne. “It reflects badly on all of them,” the insider claimed.
Then, just two days later, Meghan shared more personal footage, this time of a Disneyland trip with Harry and their kids. Her caption? A glowing thank you to Disney “for giving our family two days of pure joy!” Which would be sweet… if it didn’t come right after she announced the relaunch of her lifestyle brand As Ever, and teased the release of her own rosé. Suddenly, it wasn’t just a family moment it was brand content.
Critics are saying Meghan’s pivot from global change-maker to influencer mom is sending mixed signals. While she once toured Africa to promote female empowerment, she’s now giving flower-arranging tips on Netflix’s With Love, Meghan and interviewing wealthy founders on her podcast. From “feminist icon” to “organic brunch queen,” Meghan’s new vibe is getting plenty of side-eyes — especially from the other side of the pond.
Meanwhile, Kate’s been holding down the royal fort with quiet grace as she returns to public life following her cancer diagnosis. Known for her poise and dedication to service, she’s raising Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis with a firm understanding of their roles and the behavior that comes with it. “They are all being raised to understand they’re held to higher behavioral standards,” a royal insider noted.
The Royal Family Drama Never Ends
And that’s where the divide gets personal. Meghan has taken a looser approach, recently posting more photos of Archie and Lili even though she and Harry have long criticized media intrusion. “She sees no issue with putting them on social media,” a Sussex source explained, “provided their faces aren’t shown and that she and Harry are controlling the image.”
But palace insiders are calling foul, especially considering Harry’s public statements about threats against his family and the battle over losing U.K. security. “It’s shocking the Sussexes have made this giant fuss over bringing their family to the U.K. and yet they still see fit to post highly personal photos all over social media,” said a source. “It beggars belief.”
And while Kate may not be clapping back publicly, sources say the feud hurts, especially when it comes to the children. “It really upsets her that her children are also estranged from their cousins,” the insider shared. “It’s unfair that these young, innocent members of the family are ultimately the victims in all this.”
So, whether it’s Instagram twerking, lifestyle brands, or tightly curated photo dumps, the divide between Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton isn’t just about duchess drama anymore. It’s become a war of values, visibility, and family. Sadly, the ones caught in the middle are Archie, Lilibet, George, Charlotte, and Louis.
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