Besides putting the royals back into the spotlight, ex-Prince Andrew’s arrest is sparking conversation about how Prince Harry and Meghan Markle feel about the institution they left behind. Authorities confirmed the arrest this week, but Harry and Markle are reportedly not going to comment. Still, sources close to them claim the couple feels “validated” after things in the palace went south amid Andrew’s controversial headlines.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry won’t make statement over ex-Prince Andrew’s arrest, per source
Ex-Prince Andrew’s arrest has put the royal family in a tough position. However, Rob Shuter’s Naughty But Nice Substack reported that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are “gloating.”
Thames Valley Police confirmed the arrest. They stated, “On Thursday we arrested a man in his sixties from Norfolk on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The arrested man has now been released under investigation.” The statement added that searches in Norfolk had concluded. Moreover, King Charles addressed the situation publicly, saying, “The law must take its course.”
Per Shuter’s report, while Harry and Markle will not make a statement, insiders claim the arrest has sparked strong feelings behind the scenes. A Montecito insider claimed, “They’re gloating.” They added, “They do feel validated. For years, they were painted as the problem.”
Another source told the outlet, “Harry always said there were serious issues behind palace walls. The public is only now seeing how messy it really was.” On the other hand, friends of the Sussexes claimed that the moment has left them feeling vindicated in their 2020 decision to step away from royal life. A source explained, “They were criticized for escaping,” adding, “Now people understand that leaving wasn’t impulsive — it was survival.”
Additionally, a longtime friend claimed, “For Harry, this isn’t about revenge.” They added, “It’s about fairness. He felt the rules were applied differently.” As the investigation behind ex-Prince Andrew’s arrest continues, the story has impacted not just the royal family. It has also affected those who stepped down from royal duties.
Originally reported by Ishika Mishra on Reality Tea.
