Would Meghan And Harry Really Do Another Tell-All Interview With Oprah?
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle made headlines back in March 2021 when they sat down for a tell-all interview with iconic journalist Oprah Winfrey. During the interview, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex dropped multiple bombshells about the royal lifestyle, per NPR. Meghan shockingly revealed that her mental health suffered greatly following her wedding to Harry, and that she even had suicidal thoughts. For his part, Harry admitted that he felt "trapped" within the confines of the royal family, and that he was upset that The Firm failed to defend Meghan when she was harassed by the British media. In addition, the Sussexes also claimed that members of the royal family made racially insensitive comments about their son's skin color.
Following the interview, the palace issued a statement on behalf of Harry's grandmother, Queen Elizabeth. "The whole family is saddened to learn the full extent of how challenging the last few years have been for Harry and Meghan. The issues raised, particularly that of race, are concerning. While some recollections may vary, they are taken very seriously and will be addressed by the family privately. Harry, Meghan and Archie will always be much loved family members," the statement read.
Now, rumors are flying that Meghan and Harry may consider a second interview with Oprah.
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A second interview with Oprah could cause chaos
According to Marie Claire, there's a possibility that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will conduct a second interview with Oprah Winfrey in the future. Royal expert Duncan Larcombe recently told Closer that he believes that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex may opt to spill even more details in another interview. However, nothing has been confirmed at this time.
"Harry and Meghan have caused chaos and I suspect there's no stopping them," Larcombe told the magazine. "I can totally see more of these high-profile, Hollywood-style interviews with A-list TV hosts happening. Especially if there's lots of money being offered for it," Larcombe continued. "Harry will need a promotion for his memoir, due to be released next autumn, too. Another Oprah interview, if it's anything like the last, would surely push the royals to breaking point."
Larcombe went on to reveal that Harry's relationship with Queen Elizabeth may have been impacted by the first interview, and that more bombshells could hurt the monarch further. "The Queen and Harry have always had a special relationship. At royal events, we've seen them exchange smiles and knowing glances. Although they're obviously not as close as they were, given the drama Harry and Meghan have caused. No doubt Harry's memoir will criticize the royals again. And that will hurt the Queen," he added.
Only time will tell if the Sussexes opt to open up more about royal life, but fans would certainly be interested in what they had to say.