Royal News Roundup: the Shocking Interview, the Royal Response & Everyone Who Came Out in Support of Meghan

Published Mar 11, 2021

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Here, all the royal news you need to know for the week of March 11, 2021.

Last week, Kate Middleton and Prince William video chatted with families who support the Shout 85258 mental health support service. In the clip shared on IG, the royal couple learned about the circumstances that led 12-year-old Jack to reach out to Shout and the life-saving impact that his text conversation had. For the occasion, the Duchess of Cambridge opted for a royal rewear—a black-and-white polka dot button-down blouse from the French brand Equipment.
One week after the Swedish royal family released four rare portraits of Princess Estelle, the gang gifted us with stunning portraits of her younger brother, Prince Oscar. On Tuesday, the palace shared never-before-seen photos in honor of the young royal’s 5th birthday on Instagram. And his photogenic skills are almost giving Prince George and Prince Louis a run for their money.

One week after the Swedish royal family released four rare portraits of Princess Estelle, the gang gifted us with stunning portraits of her younger brother, Prince Oscar. On Tuesday, the palace shared never-before-seen photos in honor of the young royal’s 5th birthday on Instagram. And his photogenic skills are almost giving Prince George and Prince Louis a run for their money.

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After weeks of anticipation, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s groundbreaking interview finally aired on Sunday night. And the ex royal couple didn’t hold back. During the tell-all conversation with Oprah Winfrey, titled Oprah with Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special, the couple opened up about their decision to step down as senior royals, their relationship with the media and what it was like for the Duchess of Sussex to join the royal family.
On Tuesday, Buckingham Palace released a heartfelt statement on behalf of Queen Elizabeth in response to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s claims about receiving very little support from the royal family. It also addressed accusations that were made about the couple’s 1-year-old son, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor.
Prince William also spoke out about the interview on Thursday. William and Kate Middleton stepped out for the first time publicly since Sunday. In answer to a shouted question, the duke told Sky News, "We are very much not a racist family." This came seconds after he revealed that he had not yet spoken to Harry post-interview. "No, I haven't spoken to him yet, but I will do."
On Monday, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry debuted a black-and-white maternity photo featuring Markle (looking chic in a patterned dress) cradling baby Archie above her baby bump while Harry holds her from behind. “What wonderful news to celebrate on International Women’s Day,” photographer Misan Harriman wrote alongside the photo on Twitter. “Congratulations my friends, and welcome to the #girldad club H.”

Want to know more about what we leaned from Meghan and Harry’s Oprah interview?

Meghan Markle & Prince Harry reveal the gender of baby no. 2
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex release never-before-seen footage of son Archie
Prince Harry gets candid about where he stands with the royal family
Meghan Markle reveals which royal she knew before she started dating Prince Harry
We finally have some clarification on when Meghan & Harry were legally married
Where does Harry’s relationship stand with Prince William?

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Here’s who showed their support for Meghan Markle surrounding the interview

Serena Williams shares praise for BFF Meghan Markle in a lengthy Instagram post
Gabrielle Union speaks out in support of Meghan Markle in advance of International Women's Day
Here’s what Beyoncé said about Meghan on her website
Patrick J. Adams made the most glowing, heart-warming statement about her

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