Royal Family: Meghan’s friend vows new Netflix show will reveal her ‘true colours’

Meghan’s pal and Suits co-star says fans will see Meghan’s ‘authentic’ self (Image: Getty)

Meghan Markle’s best friend and former TV drama Suits actress has told viewers to be ready for Meghan’s “authentic” self in

Actress, Abigail Spencer, who played Dana Scott, ‘Scottie’, in the show Suits, was at the America Heart Association Red Dress Collection Concert in New York on January 30. She told : “I’m so excited for the March 4th premiere and as you know Meghan is a glorious human being. It’s a really cool, authentic piece to the Meghan that I know and love.”

The actress also revealed she was “excited for the whole world” to see who Meghan really is, and she also features in the eight-part series show. The two have been friends since starring in the legal drama, where Meghan played a paralegal called Rachel. .

on March 4 after the Duchess of Sussex’s decision to postpone the original premiere date of January 15 due to the devastating Los Angeles fires.

The series, as detailed by the press release, “reimagines the genre of lifestyle programming, blending practical how-to’s and candid conversation with friends, new and old.”

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Princess Kate’s close confidant reveals her one big frustration with royal life

has led the Royal Family in the fashion department for years thanks to her impeccable style, never failing to look polished and event-appropriate.

A palace source has claimed that the mother of three wants to ensure the focus remains on the Although she appreciates there will always be interest in what she “wearing from some of the public”.

“There is an absolute feeling that it [the public work] is not about what the princess is wearing,” a palace source told .

Princess Kate no longer wants the spotlight to be on what clothes she wears

Princess Kate no longer wants the spotlight to be on what clothes she wears (Image: Getty)

Meghan Markle’s attendance at Invictus Games will spark ‘tricky situation’ for Harry

presence at the next week will “stir some conversation” with people worrying from the main event, a PR expert has claimed.

Riley Gardiner, founder of , believes Meghan’s attendance could both detract from the event and also shine a spotlight on the games, simultaneously.

Speaking exclusively to Express.co.uk, he explained: “Meghan’s attendance at the Winter Invictus Games will obviously stir some conversation, like everything else she does.”

Meghan's attendance at Invictus Games will spark 'tricky situation' for Harr

Meghan’s attendance at Invictus Games will spark ‘tricky situation’ for Harr (Image: Getty)

Royal Family member may have extended olive branch to Prince Harry after milestone

After the arrival of her ‘perfect’ baby daughter Athena last month,   to and , an expert has claimed.

While have yet to publicly respond to Beatrice’s newborn baby bliss, an expert believes the princess may have reached out to the couple, who currently reside in California.

Jennie Bond, a former royal correspondent, said Beatrice may have “ [of Athena] to Harry and Meghan” after the birth.

Princess Beatrice 'may have reached out to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle' after Athena's birth

Princess Beatrice ‘may have reached out to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’ after Athena’s birth (Image: Getty)

King Charles issued a poignant statement in light of the devastating American Airlines plane crash

issued a in light of the , which saw 67 people lose their lives on Wednesday.

Buckingham Palace released the monarch’s sombre message on Saturday afternoon, reading: “My family and I have been profoundly shocked and saddened by the dreadful news of the which has led to such a devastating loss of life.

On Wednesday evening a small American Airlines plane exploded mid-flight near Ronald Reagan National Airport in Washington DC following

King Charles issued a poignant statement

King Charles issued a poignant statement (Image: Getty)

Royal frenzy erupts as fans agree Prince Louis looks just like Princess Kate’s relative

Royal fans have been sent into a frenzy tonight after ’s brother released a photograph on social media of himself as a young boy, with many believing he looks just like Prince Louis.

James Middleton, 37, took to on Friday to wish his mum Carole Middleton a happy 70th birthday.

One fan commented:

Another said: “That looks like Louis he’s your double.”

Prince Louis has been said to look like one of Princess Kate's relatives

Prince Louis has been said to look like one of Princess Kate’s relatives (Image: Getty)

Carole Middleton’s unusual diet that helped her lose weight before Princess Kate’s wedding

proves that age is just a number as she turns 70 today. The mother of often steps out in sophisticated ensembles during high profile events while showing off her flawless figure which is all thanks to lifestyle change, she made just weeks before the .

In 2011, ahead of Kate’s, 43, wedding to , Carole decided to get in shape as the world would be tuning into their big day as she  . She took on the Dukan diet, which saw creator Dr Dukan’s book sales soar.

The French theorist who specialises in nutrition claims that the plan allows those partaking to “eat whatever you want and still be thin”, they just have to follow a series of simple principles.

Carole Middleton's unusual diet that helped her lose weight before Kate's wedding

Carole Middleton’s unusual diet that helped her lose weight before Kate’s wedding (Image: Getty)

Prince George ‘still not comfortable’ with one part of Royal life, experts claim

is reportedly not fully at ease with one element of Royal life, in stark contrast to his more media-friendly sister Princess Charlotte, according to observations from a Royal expert.

Journalist Roya Nikkhah suggests that the young prince isn’t fully “comfortable” with media attention, reports .

Prince George is reportedly not fully at ease with one element of Royal life

Prince George is reportedly not fully at ease with one element of Royal life (Image: Getty)

Princess Kate shares heartfelt message as her rivalry with Prince William brews

Kate, Princess of Wales, as they are to debut at this year’s Six Nations tournament.

In a heartfelt message shared on X, Kate wrote: “Good luck to Steve, Maro and everyone involved with @englandrugby for your opening game of @sixnationsrugby against Ireland.”

Kate became patron of England’s Rugby Football Union and the Rugby Football League in 2022. On the other hand, William became patron of the WRU in 2016, taking over from Queen Elizabeth II.

There is doubt William and Kate, who are avid sports fans, will be keeping a close eye on the respective teams as the tournament progresses.

Kate is known for her love of the sport

Kate is known for her love of the sport (Image: Getty)

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All the ways Princess Kate is a ‘hands-on’ mum revealed by fellow school parents

may be the future Queen of the UK and Commonwealth, however behind-closed-doors her number one job is being a mum to Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.

Although Kate, 43, has been a full-time working royal since her 2011 wedding to , 42, she has shown that her three children are her key priority.

While she continues to carry out royal duties, the princess works hard to spend as much time with George, 11, Charlotte, nine, and Louis, six, as possible, and as normal as possible.

Princess Kate

Princess Kate is a doting mum to her three children (Image: Jonathan Brady – Pool/Getty Images)

Fans think James Middleton resembles Royal Family member in throwback snap

An unseen photo uploaded by Princess Kate’s younger brother, James Middleton, on , has got royal fans talking about a striking family resemblance.

On January 31, James uploaded a throwback photo in tribute to Carole Middleton, as she celebrated her milestone 70th birthday.The picture shows a never-before-seen photo of a young Carole holding him as a baby, and is captioned: “Happy 70th Birthday to my darling Mother. My Hero.”

James Middleton

James Middleton uploaded a throwback snap to celebrate his mum’s birthday (Image: Getty)

Everyone says the same thing about Princess Kate’s surprise move during outing

melted the hearts of residents after her visit to the Welsh knitwear and sock manufacturer Corgi in Ammanford, Carmarthenshire, when she calling out to her.

Royal fans on social media praised the Princess for her “instinctive” move, which was highly unusual. Royal convoys rarely stop after they have left an engagement, and it is believed the princess must have felt the urge to ask the driver to let her get out.

Princess Kate

Fans have praised Princess Kate for stopping to talk to a young girl (Image: Getty)

The bizarre item Princess Anne keeps in her handbag

is well-known across the country and the world for being among the hardest-working members of the Royal Family.

Just last year, Anne, 76, despite having to step back from royal duty for a brief period of time following an injury.

Despite working hard for decades, The Princess Royal shut down retirement rumours last week and appears to want to continue with her royal work for as long as possible.

And as she powers through dozens of engagements every month, the King’s sister reportedly always does so with one bizarre item in her handbag to give her much-needed energy – a kiwi.

Princess Anne

Princess Anne keeps this unusual item in her handbag (Image: Getty)

King Charles’s blunt 4-word warning to Prince Andrew as Royal Lodge row continues

King Charles allegedly sent a stern four-worded message to his brother, , regarding his living situation at Royal Lodge by making a key move, according to a royal commentator.

The monarch is reportedly locked in a dispute with the Duke of York over his stay at the 30-room property in Windsor, thought to be worth £30million.

Andrew’s previously reported in Windsor, where he has been living since being granted a 75-year lease agreement in 2003 by the Crown Estate, has caused quite a headache for the monarch, who allegedly wants him to move to a smaller home.

King Charles

King Charles is reportedly in a dispute with Prince Andrew (Image: Getty)

Prince Harry teams up with ITV to air 9 new shows in UK

as the official UK broadcaster, bringing nine shows of highlights to UK viewers.

The Duke of Sussex is patron of the Games which he established in 2014 as an international adaptive multi-sport event for wounded, injured, and sick servicemen and women.

The Invictus Games Foundation announced daily highlight shows will be available on ITVX across the duration of the Games from February 8 to 16, which will include the Opening Ceremony.

Prince Harry

ITV will air highlights of the Invictus Games (Image: Getty)

‘Real reason’ Princess Beatrice and Eugenie won’t become senior working royals

and are not set to become senior working members of the Royal Family due to the “toxic” York brand, it has been revealed.

Speaking to GB News, royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams said: “The sisters occasionally do royal duties or attend events. I can’t see them doing more, but it could change.”

Discussing the possibility of them becoming working royals, he added: “The problem is the York brand has a toxic theme.”

Speaking on their connection to , Mr Fitzwilliams added: “It’s impossible, that’s the problem. They have their own jobs and [are both] happily married.”

York sisters

Princess Eugenie and Beatrice will never become full-time working royals, an expert has shared (Image: Getty)

Recreate Duchess Sophie’s style at Sainsbury’s with their £29 bargain blazer

Sixty has never looked so good as proves that age is just a number with her elegant but chic look. On her first official engagement since celebrating the milestone birthday Sophie visited Treloar’s in Holybourne.

Sophie, a patron of the organisation, looked at the new Bradbury Learning Centre and renovated swimming pool. But Royal fans could not help but notice the casual figure. The Duchess looked stunning in a McQueen blazer worth £1,690 and Alberta Ferretti Wide-Leg Trousers.

One fan took to and wrote: “60 definitely looks fabulous on HRH! And I really love this blazer”. Another agreed: “What a beautiful combo of separates. She is looking VERY good.”

Duchess Sophie

Recreate Duchess Sophie’s smart-casual style as she wows fans in McQueen jacket (Image: Getty)

Meghan Markle’s bizarre nickname given to her by King Charles

King Charles once gave a bizarre, no nonsense nickname soon after she entered the Royal Family.

When Meghan first became Duchess of Sussex the then prince was one of the royals who did his best to welcome her, even walking her up the aisle part of the way at her wedding to when her own father could not attend.

It was understood Charles was “terribly touched” to have been asked.

King Charles was reportedly struck by her strength and came up with a peculiar nickname and reportedly bestowed upon Meghan the nickname Tungsten, symbolising her toughness.

Meghan Markle

King Charles reportedly bestowed upon Meghan the nickname Tungsten (Image: Getty)

Meghan Markle’s attendance at Invictus Games will spark ‘tricky situation’ for Harry

‘s presence at the Winter Invictus Games 2025 next week will “stir some conversation” with people worrying her presence will distract from the main event, a PR expert has claimed.

Riley Gardiner, founder of No Strings Public Relations, believes Meghan’s attendance could both detract from the event and also shine a spotlight on the games, simultaneously.

Speaking exclusively to Express.co.uk, he explained: “Meghan’s attendance at the Winter Invictus Games will obviously stir some conversation, like everything else she does.

“It’s easy to see why people might worry that her presence might distract from the main event which is supposed to highlight the bravery and resilience of the athletes. But on the other hand, Meghan brings attention to causes, so it might actually help shine a bigger spotlight on the Games.”

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Meghan’s attendance at Invictus Games will spark ‘tricky situation’ for Harry ( (Image: Getty)

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