Royal Family news – Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson join The Queen in Balmoral amid lawsuit as Meghan shunned by Obamas

MEGHAN MARKLE’S DAD THOMAS CLAIMS ‘SHE’S BEEN LYING FOR YEARS’ (CONTINUED…)

According to Thomas, Meghan's alleged behaviour was new, claiming she didn't have the capacity to lie before meeting her husband.

He said: "This is since Harry. Harry has influenced it."

Referencing the interview, Thomas said: "Meghan and Harry are attacking the world. Attacking his 95-year-old grandmother is unforgivable.

"It's embarrassing they are doing this, it's embarrassing for them to be telling me a few years ago to 'never talk to the press', but then they spend hours on a show with Oprah."

MEGHAN MARKLE’S DAD THOMAS CLAIMS ‘SHE’S BEEN LYING FOR YEARS’ AND SHE CHANGED SINCE MEETING HARRY IN NEW INTERVIEW

The 77-year-old insisted that the Duchess of Sussex had been "lying for years" and that it was Prince Harry's influence.

Thomas, who is yet to meet grandchildren Archie and Lilibet, made the shocking accusations during an interview with GB News.

Asked whether Meghan lied during the explosive interview with Oprah earlier this year, he said: "She lied. She's been lying for years.

"Lying about the archbishop? How can you say 'we've been married three days before we got married'?

"Her lies are so obvious, I don't know why she says them."

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MEGHAN MARKLE'S BROTHER THOMAS JR CRITICISES HER FOR "CUTTING OFF" THEIR DAD

Thomas Jr has criticised Meghan for "cutting off" their dad after he admitted he was paid to pose for paparazzi pictures sold to news outlets worldwide.

He claimed Meghan also ignored her dad after he sent flowers for her 40th birthday.

But the Duchess of Sussex was said to have been unhappy that she wasn't invited to Barack Obama's birthday - which falls on the same day.

Sources say Meghan "desperately wanted" to be among those in attendance at the three-day do.

Author Angela Levin said: "I am told that despite claiming she was unable to attend, Meghan desperately wanted to be the special guest at the Obama’s amazing party."

Due to Covid restrictions, the guest list had to be shrunk down from 475.

The expert added: "But the fact is, Harry and Meghan were never even on the original list."

VIRGINIA GIUFFRE'S LAWSUIT

In June, the New York State Senate passed the Adult Survivors Act, which relates to survivors of sex crimes who were 18 or older when abused.

If signed into law it will ensure those who stayed silent are able use civil courts to seek justice.

Victims whose cases were previously too old to prosecute will have a year from the time law comes into force to bring any legal actions.

Unsealed documents at the time revealed Andrew allegedly touched Johanna, then aged 21, when they posed for a picture.

In her testimony in 2016, she said Andrew and Virginia Giuffre - then Roberts - were sat on a couch with a Spitting Image puppet on her lap.

She added: “And so then I sat on Andrew’s lap - and I believe on my own volition - and they took the puppet’s hands and put it on Virginia’s breast, and so Andrew put his on mine.”

PRINCE ANDREW IS ‘NOT ABOVE THE LAW’, SAYS MET POLICE CHIEF AMID BOMBSHELL SEX ABUSE LAWSUIT

Dame Cressida Dick said a review into the case is underway following the new wave of trouble facing the 61-year-old over his links to disgraced Jeffrey Epstein.

Speaking on LBC, Dame Cressida told Nick Ferrari: "No one is above the law.

"It's been reviewed twice before, we've worked closely with the Crown Prosecution Service, we are of course open to working with authorities overseas, we will give them every assistance if they ask us for anything within the law obviously.

"As a result of what's going on I've asked my team to have another look at the material."

Read more here.

VIRGINIA ROBERTS' SEXUAL ASSAULT LAWSUIT AGAINST PRINCE ANDREW WILL BE HEARD BY NYC COURT IN SEPTEMBER

The first court hearing for Giuffre's civil court case against Prince Andrew has been scheduled - days after filing lawsuit in Manhattan Federal Court.

It will be a telephone conference, held on the 13 September at 4pm this year and will only be a preliminary hearing, according to the New York Post.

Guiffre filed the lawsuit against the Duke of York on Monday, alleging he sexually abused her at least three times when she was a minor - only 17-years-old. 

Prince Andrew has previously vehemently denied all claims of wrongdoing made by Roberts, and has yet to respond to the civil suit. He also denies meeting her, and says a photo of them together in London was doctored.

GB NEWS' DAN WOOTTON'S INTERVIEW WITH THOMAS MARKLE (CONTINUED…)

Thomas Markle continued to say "[Meghan] is not the daughter I knew. My daughter was a much more giving, loving person than she is now."

When questioned about his opinion about the wedding and not being invited, Thomas said: "they haven't talked to me since... they odn't answer or respond in any shape, way or form."

To which, Mr Wootton said this is "disgraceful."

THOMAS MARKLE BLASTS DAUGHTER ON GB NEWS INTERVIEW

Thomas Markle conducted an interview with Dan Wootton on GB news, where he called his daughter's ambitious plans to become U.S president "a complete joke."

Speaking to Dan, he said: "from beginning to end, I think that's a complete joke. I don't think she has any ambition to be a mayor... I don't think she has any ambition to be a governor or a president".

MEGHAN AND HARRY MOCKED AS THEY HATCH NEW BID TO SALVAGE NETFLIX DEAL

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have appointed Nishika Kumble as their senior vice president for their Archewell brand. In a statement, they said she will “lead all scripted television productions and work closely with Netflix to product entertaining content from diverse voices that informs, elevates, and inspires”.

However, Daily Mail diary editor Richard Eden took to share his scepticism over this new appointment, Tweeting that the couple sound like they're becoming a "corporation" now.

Last year, Harry and Meghan signed a lucrative deal with Netflix, setting out to gain financial independence from the Royal Family after Megxit.

MEGHAN MARKLE ‘WANTED TO BE A BRAND’ WHEN SHE QUIT ROYAL FAMILY, EXPERT CLAIMS

The couple sensationally quit as senior royals early last year and claimed that they would “work to become financially independent”.

Using Megxit to it’s fullest potential, Meg and Harry though they “have got to be brand”. However, after being told by the Place that they could not bag on the Sussex Royal name for their fame, Royal author Tom Quinn, claims this caused an “unholy scrap”.

“They wanted to be Sussex Royal. Again this is an American culture thing coming in via Meghan.

“She, having crossed the Atlantic, began to think ‘we have got to be a brand’.

“That terrible word that the Royal family would always think ‘they’re talking about brands, it’s awful!’”

Tom added: “It was the Royal family again saying to them… ‘You can’t just carry on with the titles you had when you were working members of the royal family.’”

QUEEN PUT THE ‘MONARCHY FIRST’ AHEAD OF PRINCE HARRY AND MEGHAN MARKLE, ROYAL EXPERT SAYS

Reportedly “hurt and disappointed” by Megxit, the Queen adopted a monarchy-first mindset.

Royal author Matthew Dennison has said that the monarch has consistently honoured “her father’s belief that ‘the highest of distinctions is the service of others’, she had placed the monarchy first”, meaning she left little wiggle room for Harry and Meghan to exercise any of their royal duties while across the pond.

While the Queen has been firm in her decision “putting the monarchy first” and “still loving and supporting Harry and Meghan” are not mutually exclusive terms.

With this in mind, Matthew states that, “Elizabeth had never been a sentimental woman; she had acted in the only way she understood.”

FERGIE WILL EASE THINGS (CONTINUED…)

Fergie's presence is expected to sooth things as well as she makes her first visit to Balmoral in 25 years, with the Duchess being 100 per cent behind her ex-husband Andrew.

And the situation is "extra hard" as The Queen always considered Andrew her favourite, wanting him to be "worthy and good", the expert said.

Ms Levin told The Sun Online: "Its very hard to cope for any mother dealing with something like this, and she doesn't know if its true or not, its all allegations."

She went on: "She is so used to handling things from a very early age - since she became Queen in her 20s - she can put things aside.

"If she let everything eat her up she wouldn't have survived for so long, she will feel down about it, but she will enjoy having her family around her.

"This is the one time she can really relax."

PRINCE ANDREW’S RAPE LAWSUIT IS LAST THING ‘EXASPERATED’ QUEEN NEEDS AFTER PRINCE PHILIP’S DEATH, SAYS ROYAL EXPERT

The monarch and her third child had dinner together a few nights ago at her retreat Balmoral Castle just hours after he was served US summons over allegations he abused a 17-year-old girl trafficked by paedo Jeffrey Epstein.

And while The Queen will be putting on a brave face, she will be feeling the heavy weight of the shocking allegations, Royal commentator and author Angela Levin told The Sun Online.

She said the ongoing scandal was the "last thing" the Queen needs following her beloved husband's passing, with the Duke often described as her "rock".

Ms Levin told The Sun Online: "It is very sad, she was wanting a nice, warm, family summer and its going to be difficult."

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LADY LOUISE TEACHES PRINCESS CHARLOTTE SWEET SKILL DURING ROYAL FAMILY HOLIDAY IN BALMORAL

The yearly family tip to Balmoral allows the royals to spend quality time with one another. Seventeen year old Lady Louis Windsor, daughter of Prince Edward and Sophie Wessex and Princess Charlotte have reportedly been spending time bonding with one another.

According to The Express, Lady Louise is said to love spending time at the royal family's Scottish retreat - and even tried to teach Charlotte, who is 11 years younger than her, a new skill while there on a previous visit.

An insider told The Sun in 2019: "The Queen loves the fact that Louise and James [Louise's younger brother] relish their time at Balmoral, and she has become particularly close to Louise, who seems to have become her favourite grandchild, closely followed by James.

“Louise also endeared herself to everyone by looking after William and Kate’s children when they were up here.

“Louise loves drawing and sketching and was very patiently trying to get Charlotte to do pictures of rabbits and deer."

THRIFTY KATE MIDDLETON’S SURPRISINGLY ‘NORMAL’ UK SUMMER HOLIDAY PLANS REVEALED

Despite living in a palace, the Duchess of Cambridge prefers giving George, Charlotte, and Louis a surprisingly “normal” summer.

There is one spot in the UK which Prince William and Kate Middleton often visit, and have done for the past two years for their family holiday.

Located off the coast of Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly are a favourite with the royal couple when going on holiday with their kids. They even visited in 2020.

During their summer holidays, Kate typically leaves Kensington Palace in London and heads to the family’s country home, Anmer Hall in Norfolk.

A source told Fabulous: “Kate and the children are out daily in the hen house, collecting fresh eggs in their baskets, and the eggs are then used in the kitchen almost immediately.” The royal kids also have their own vegetable patch at Anmer Hall, where they grow lettuce, small cucumbers and cherry tomatoes.

Read the article in full here.

FURIOUS DAD OF PRINCE ANDREW ACCUSER VIRGINIA ROBERT TELLS ROYAL ‘YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF YOURSELF’ OVER RAPE LAWSUIT

Sky Roberts, 65, let rip after Virginia, 38, filed a civil suit against the duke in New York, claiming he sexually abused her three times when she was 17.

Andrew has fiercely denied any allegations, says he has no memory of even meeting alleged victim Virginia Roberts Giuffre, and he had no suspicions of Epstein's wrongdoing during their friendship.

Speaking at his home in Summerfield, Florida, Sky – in his first comments on Virginia’s lawsuit – told The Sun: “I support my daughter 100 per cent.

“The royals are not above the law. That’s not the way it works. They can’t just do what they want. People fight back. That’s what Virginia is doing, she is fighting back.

“She has to do what she thinks is right."

He continued to say: “He has the money and the power, but I hope Virginia comes out ahead. She is persistent when she gets her mind set on something, so I think she will win. She will get her day in court.

“It’s brave and I’m proud of her.”

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MEGHAN MARKLE'S BROTHER THOMAS JR CRITICISES HER FOR "CUTTING OFF" THEIR DAD

Thomas Jr has criticised Meghan for "cutting off" their dad after he admitted he was paid to pose for paparazzi pictures sold to news outlets worldwide.

He claimed Meghan also ignored her dad after he sent flowers for her 40th birthday.

But the Duchess of Sussex was said to have been unhappy that she wasn't invited to Barack Obama's birthday - which falls on the same day.

Sources say Meghan "desperately wanted" to be among those in attendance at the three-day do.

Author Angela Levin said: "I am told that despite claiming she was unable to attend, Meghan desperately wanted to be the special guest at the Obama’s amazing party."

Due to Covid restrictions, the guest list had to be shrunk down from 475.

The expert added: "But the fact is, Harry and Meghan were never even on the original list."

WHAT HAPPENED BETWEEN MEGHAN AND HER DAD EXPLAINED

The Duchess’ dad Thomas recently revealed that he no longer even has his daughter’s phone number – so it’s highly unlikely he was invited to her birthday celebrations on Wednesday.

They dramatically fell out after he set up paparazzi snaps of himself getting fitted for a suit and reading articles about his daughter in the lead up to the Royal Wedding.

Mr Bower said that “Meghan appears to show little remorse about hurting” her dad.

Shunned Thomas, who lives in Mexico, has not had any contact with his duchess daughter for three years, and he has never met her husband Harry, or their two tots, Archie and Lilibet.

MEGHAN MARKLE’S DAD THOMAS CLAIMS ‘SHE’S BEEN LYING FOR YEARS’ (CONTINUED…)

According to Thomas, Meghan's alleged behaviour was new, claiming she didn't have the capacity to lie before meeting her husband.

He said: "This is since Harry. Harry has influenced it."

Referencing the interview, Thomas said: "Meghan and Harry are attacking the world. Attacking his 95-year-old grandmother is unforgivable.

"It's embarrassing they are doing this, it's embarrassing for them to be telling me a few years ago to 'never talk to the press', but then they spend hours on a show with Oprah."

MEGHAN MARKLE’S DAD THOMAS CLAIMS ‘SHE’S BEEN LYING FOR YEARS’ AND SHE CHANGED SINCE MEETING HARRY IN NEW INTERVIEW

The 77-year-old insisted that the Duchess of Sussex had been "lying for years" and that it was Prince Harry's influence.

Thomas, who is yet to meet grandchildren Archie and Lilibet, made the shocking accusations during an interview with GB News.

Asked whether Meghan lied during the explosive interview with Oprah earlier this year, he said: "She lied. She's been lying for years.

"Lying about the archbishop? How can you say 'we've been married three days before we got married'?

"Her lies are so obvious, I don't know why she says them."

Read more here.

OBAMAS SNUBBED HARRY AND MEGHAN BECAUSE 'THEY WILL GO TOWARDS WILLIAM', EXPERT CLAIMS

Royal biographer Angela Levin claims Prince Harry and Meghan were snubbed from Obama's 60th birthday bash because the former US president 'will go towards William' amid the brother's rift.

According to Angela, Barack and Michelle are closer to Prince William and his family. They've met The Cambridge's on several occasions including shortly after their wedding in 2011. They have also met Prince George.

Speaking to The Sun, Angela said: "I’m sure that if they say we can only deal with one brother and his wife — you cannot have both because they are so far apart now — they will go towards William.

"The Obamas clearly always regarded Harry highly, but I am sure they can see through Meghan.

"They may stay around, but they won’t be as pally as they once were."

A few days ago it was reported that Meghan desperately wanted to be the special guest at Obama’s birthday party.

VICTORIA BECKHAM EMBROILED IN MEGHAN MARKLE FEUD AS SHE FACES CHOICE BETWEEN ROYALS

Victoria is finding herself trapped between a royal feud ahead of son Brookyln’s wedding to fiancée Nicola Peltz next summer.

She has the difficult job of deciding who is to be invited for the big day, and it’s already proving to be a headache. Following Meghan and Harry’s departure from the UK and Royal Family, Victoria is worried about reigniting the feud between Wills and Harry.

Husband David has been friends with both Prince William and Prince Harry, while Victoria has become friends with Meghan in recent times.

A source has explained: “Vic’s a bit concerned about inviting both couples and all the attention being focused on the warring Royals rather than her son and his future wife.

“Whoever they don’t invite, it will look like a snub and she’s worried that if she invites both, it will create conflict for her and David given they want to remain on good terms with both couples.

“She’s understandably worried about being dragged into Meghan’s feud.”

EXPLAINED: WHO IS PRINCE ANDREW AND HOW IS HE RELATED TO THE REST OF THE ROYAL FAMILY?

Prince Andrew is the Queen's second son.

He was born on February 19, 1960. At the time of his birth, he was second in line to the throne, behind his older brother, Prince Charles, but before his older sister Princess Anne.

Now, he's eighth in the order of succession, following the arrival of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's son Archie.

November 20 he stepped back from public life following criticism surrounding his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.

PRINCE HARRY 'PLAYING VICTIM' AND EPITOMISES 'EVERYTHING WRONG WITH WOKE', CLAIMS ACADEMIC

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been accused accused of preaching about "protecting the environment" despite "jetting off on private flights".

Prince Harry is "playing the victim card at every possible opportunity" and epitomises everything "wrong with woke", a leading academic has claimed.

Joanna Williams, a leading academic and director of a think-tank, says Harry has led a life of "incredible privilege" and is "preaching" to the public despite enjoying a jet-setting lifestyle with wife Meghan.

"You've got a white man - however you want to play this, whether on identitarian grounds, or somebody who's money has come through inheritance - with huge amounts of wealth, who has had all kinds of doors opened for him, who has lived a life of incredible privilege," Williams told the Express.

"And yet he somehow manages to play the victim card at every available opportunity and thinks that his victim status, whether it's through mental health or through racism by proxy because of his relationship to Meghan, allows him to preach to the rest of us."

MEGHAN MARKLE’S MOTHER DORIA RAGLAND’S ‘ROYAL SPEED-DATING’ BEFORE DUCHESS WED HARRY

A relationship expert has said that Meghan’s mum Doria went “royal speed dating” as she was introduced to her new son-in-law Prince Harry’s family for the first time.

Relationship expert Anjula Mutanda said: “Meeting all the royals – Kate, William, Charles – must have felt like royal speed dating, ‘I’ve got to get to know everybody, I’ve got to form these connections really quickly.’”