Some people grow famous over time, and people recognize them from all over the world. Many people are aware of some British Royal family members, including the late Princess Diana, Prince Charles, Prince Harry, Queen Elizabeth II, and others. But the truth is not many known about all the Royal family members even though they are regularly in the limelight. You will be surprised to know that Prince Harry and Prince William also have a stepsister. After Prince Charles and Lady Diana got married, a lot of secrets were revealed. Keep reading to get a glimpse into the world of the Royal family.
The Presence of the Third Person
No relationship is perfect, especially if you do not marry the person you were in love with at the time. The memories of the past keep haunting your present, and this is what was happening in the Royal family. Even though Prince Charles and Lady Diana had a fairytale wedding and exchanged vows, the picture is not perfect. The truth was that he had given his heart to some other woman before the marriage. Because of this, many problems surfaced when they were together, which was clear from the events taking place. The presence of the third person was evident.
Ending the Previous Relation
In 1971, Prince Charles met his life's love, Camilla Parker Bowles, and the couple dated for some years before splitting up. They went their separate ways and to get on with their personal lives; they got married to different people. Even though everything went on smoothly, there are some parts of your life that you cannot detach from yourself no matter how hard you try. While on the outside, everything looked perfect, but a lot was going inside Prince Charles and lady Diana's life. The remnants of the Prince's previous marriage were seeping into his marriage, and it became almost impossible to ignore this reality.
Relatively Calm
In 1995, Princess Diana agreed to give an interview to the broadcast channel BBC in which she confessed that she always felt like there were three people in the marriage. It clearly shows that she was pointing to the previous relationship with Prince Charles. Even after being aware of what was happening in her life, Princess Diana did not fuss about it and appeared to be relatively calm. On the contrary, she chose to invest her time and energy in other matters that made her grow popular. Maybe she did not want to create problems for the Royal family and decided to stay silent about it.
Performing Duties as Princess of Wales
Instead of focusing on the tumultuous phase in their relationship, Princess Diana took upon the Princess of Wales's responsibilities. And this she did with great vigor. Making sure all the work was done nicely; she was engrossed in performing all the royal activities. In addition to this, she was passionate about helping the marginalized communities. Without caring about what the other members of the Royal family would think of her, Princess Diana proceeded with helping the poor. She was adamant about her cause and did not think twice before offering her help. And that is why so many people loved her.
Princess Diana was an Amazing Mother
Princess Diana was a great mother, and she tried to raise her two sons in a usual way without spoiling them with their royal riches. From the time they were born, she did not care about the royal protocols followed while raising royal heirs. She breastfed them and did not hire any nannies. Even though it was not a normal thing to take the royal children on tours, Princess Diana made sure she spent whatever time she could with her sons. Also, she would schedule her daily activities to give her enough time with her sons. She would even take them to school, which was unusual for a Royal member.
Splitting Up
The rifts in Princess Diana and Prince Charles's marriage kept growing to a point where it became impossible to conceal the truth. In 1992, the problems in their relationship became public, and the two decided to split up. For the Royal family, which is all about grace and stability, this was bound to affect their public image. But this was just the beginning, and the worst was yet to come. The lack of compatibility and extra-marital affairs started a furor in the media, and they were all over the news. Finally, the marriage ended in divorce in the year 1996.
Massive Mourning
Many people loved Princess Diana, which is why she was known as "the People's Princess." Her compassion for ordinary people is what made her a popular figure. So, when the news of her tragic death reached the masses, people marched to the place where she was living at the time, carrying bouquets in their hands in the memory of their beloved Princess Diana. The space outside her house was filled with flowers, and it seemed like a vast carpet strewn with flowers. Her funeral was viewed by two billion people, which shows that she had a considerable following. She is survived by her two sons, Prince Harry and Prince William.
Getting Back to Normal
People mourned Princess Diana’s death for days together as they could not come to terms with her death. Due to her popularity, a large number of people mourned the loss of her life. She had died soon after midnight, and in the morning, her former husband, Prince Charles, accompanied by some Royal family members, flew to Paris. It was then that Diana’s body was moved to London. Her death became the subject of several conspiracy theories, but the Royal Family had to continue with their lives after the funeral. Nonetheless, Prince Charles did something that shocked everyone, and people started asking a lot of questions!
Reuniting with Camilla
Princess Diana's death was mourned worldwide, but soon after the funeral was over, Prince Charles publicly came out with his long-term mistress Camilla Parker Bowles. Soon after the lavish wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana, it was clear that the seemingly fairytale wedding was full of flaws and problems. There was infidelity from both sides, and the marriage was far from perfect. It turned out, Prince Charles had plans to get married to Camilla Parker Bowles, and it was a serious thing. It would mean that Harry and William would have a stepmom, and things were beginning to change at a quick pace.
The Start of Something New
After the death of Princess Diana, everyone was doubtful about who would take her place. Tragedy had befallen the Royal Family, but it was challenging to pull the right image in public despite the extensive media coverage. Everyone could see that Charles was quite happy to get back together with Camilla, which was a much compatible relationship. Prince William and Prince Harry were relieved to see their father settle down in a new relationship. In the tough times, Camilla stood by Prince Charles’s side and helped the Royal Family move through the most challenging phases of their lives. Things were beginning to change with her arrival in the Royal Family.
A Good Stepmother
Prince Harry had risen to the defense of his stepmom, Camilla when questions were posed whether or not she was treating him and his brother, Prince William, right. He had publicly stated that he had immense affection for her and she was never evil to him. Additionally, he had said that he did not despise her for taking his mother’s place. On the contrary, she had never spoken ill of Princess Diana. Though it was difficult for the public to come to terms with Princess Diana’s death, they eventually accepted Camilla. There was more to come as she was not the only new person to join the Royal Family.
New Members of the Royal Family
After Diana’s death, the Royal Family finally decided to accept Camilla as one of their own even though she did not come from a Royal background. With everyone focussed on Camilla’s entry into the Royal Family, many people failed to notice that she had two children from her first marriage to Andrew Bowles, Tom, and Laura. However, both have stayed away from the spotlight to pursue their career and have a private life. It seems like they wanted to stay away from all the controversies and the media attention to live a more peaceful life. Well, with the problems arising at the time, this was the only reasonable option.
Camilla’s Son Tom Parker
Camilla first gave birth to Tom Parker Bowles, who is famously known as a successful food writer. After completing his studies at Eton and Oxford college, Eton went on to pursue his dream career. Besides publishing numerous cookbooks, Tom is a food critic at The Mail on Sunday and contributes to Esquire. In 2005, Tom married Sara Buys, a fashion editor by profession, and the couple shares two children, a daughter, and a son. There were rumors about the couple splitting up, but there was no official confirmation or divorce news. Nonetheless, Tom chose to live an everyday life rather than involve himself with Royal matters.
Camilla’s Daughter Laura Lopes
Camilla’s youngest child, Laura Lopes, attended a boarding school and later went to the Oxford Brookes University to study History of Art and Marketing. Laura generally tries to stay away from controversies by keeping low-profile. She has been frequently spotted in the Royal functions, and apparently, she shares a good bond with Prince Harry and Prince William according to various reports. She currently works as an English art curator and has three children of her own. Despite all the hustle-bustle, Laura has tried to build a good life for her family while striking a balance with her mother’s involvement in the Royal affairs.
They were Only Kids
The romantic relationship between Prince Charles and Camilla Bowles has had an enormous impact on Laura and Tom's lives. When Prince Charles decided to get married to Lady Diana, both of them were young. Due to the news of extra-marital affairs, the two kids were frequently followed by paparazzi despite the fact they were only children. It negatively influenced the children's lives who failed to understand why everyone was so interested in their matters. Therefore, it is one reason why they opted for a very normal life instead of becoming a part of the Royal Family. They indeed had their reasons to do so!
The Paparazzi Mess
Scores of paparazzi would wait outside the kids' home to get a good glimpse of the Bowles family. When the affair between Camilla and Prince Charles became a piece of public news, the situation worsened, and the Bowles family was swamped with photographers and media persons. They would even follow their cars whenever the duo left the house, which hauntingly reminded them of Diana's car crash which caused her tragic death. Soon, they could not take it anymore, and it began to take a toll on their lives. The kid's recollections of their childhood are blotted with these bad memories from the past.
The Bullying
While talking about Paparazzi's traumatic experience following them everywhere they went, Tom in an interview with the Mail had termed them as bullies. Whenever he tries to reminisce anything from his childhood, he cannot leave the bad parts out because there were so many of them. Leaving the house became a daunting task because both the kids were well aware that they would be flooded with camera flashlights the moment they stepped outside. Tom confessed that he felt like punching them most of the time, but Laura had a different way of dealing with them. Well, it was imaginable given how the media people treated them.
Keeping a Low Profile
Due to her traumatic childhood experiences, Laura tried to avoid coming into the limelight as much as she could. Not many people are aware of her existence because she has kept her distance from the Royal family. After all, she never felt a part of it. Camilla was a famous figure in the media, and they did not go easy on her. Though Camilla tried to protect her children from publicity, that's not to say that things got out of her hands. Keep reading further to know how Laura's relations with the Royal family turned out in the future. Did she shun them or accepted them for who they were?
Making a Place in Their Hearts
After Camilla married Charles, the media went berserk and did not let her have a single day of relief. Camilla said that her family has stood by her side during tough times and supported her at every point. Even though the Paparazzi never left her alone, and tabloids published extended features about all the gossips in the air, Camilla still managed to win their hearts. It shows that no matter what you are going through if you have your family's support, you can surmount any difficulty. Perhaps, things were finally settling down for Camilla, and she could finally lead a peaceful life.
The Truth About Royal Relationships
People are incredibly interested in Royal relationships and often jump to conclusions about various Royal family members. For now, all the attention is diverted towards the rising tension between Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle. Rumors are that the duo is having difficulty getting along with one another. While Kate is the perfect match for the family, Meghan is known for breaking stereotypes and not following any particular set of rules to please someone. Perhaps, the difference in their nature is the cause of the friction, you never known. Both of them have appeared together publicly but who knows what's happening on the inside. One can only imagine!
Disagreement Between Brothers
Royal Family tries to conceal whatever they can from the public eye, but the media loves them and would not leave them alone. Reporters have been trying to dig out information about the growing differences between Middleton and Markle but have had little luck so far. They have been trying to make us understand what is going on with these two by providing a closer look into the day to day happenings of the Royal clan. Many believe that the cause of all this is the disagreements taking place between Prince William and Prince Harry. Probably that's why there has been so much friction lately.
Growing Rift
Though it is relatively difficult to get out the information about the Royal family's day-to-day affairs, some things cannot escape the media attention. Prince Harry and Prince William have lately been at the edge with each other due to some feud that took place between the two brothers. The two brothers have been very close to each other, especially after their mother's death, but the growing rift between them is unavoidable. It seems like the Royal family had to deal with a fight that broke out between the duo. But what led to these differences? Read further to know more!
People Came to Know
The big question that arises here is how did the public know about the brothers being at odds with each other? It happened when Prince Harry and Meghan Markle took a big step and decided to leave the Royal family's comforts. It was in a bid to start a new life away from the spotlight. Everyone was left shocked by this decision, and perhaps it had something to do with the fight between the two brothers. Anyhow, it was a big decision, and this was not an ordinary event for the Royal clan. Many media channels followed this recent development extensively.
Settling Down in Kensington Palace
The marriage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle has been in the news for a long time. It was an unusual case because Prince Harry had chosen to tie the knot with a woman with no Royal background. Finally, when the two got married, they moved to Kensington Palace to settle down and start anew. Markle was new to how the Royal family functioned, however, with the help of external help, she adjusted well enough in a surprisingly short interval. Many people appreciated the way she handled everything in a witty manner. So, Markle was getting used to her new life with Prince Harry.
Living in Nottingham Cottage
The newlyweds, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle settled down in Nottingham Cottage to begin their life together. The beautiful cottage was at a small distance from where the Duke and Duchess of Kent resided. It is a cozy two-bedroom house with beautiful scenery surrounding the cottage. On the other hand, Prince William and Kate Middleton lived in a lavish apartment set up just across the grounds. It was like living in a fairy tale with all the facilities available within the Royal grounds. So, why would anyone even think of leaving such a comfortable place? Well, some things are bound to happen.
Deciding to Move Out
Harry and Meghan were soon expecting their first child, and they wanted a spacious place for the baby. This is what led to their decision of moving out of the Nottingham Cottage. The Frogmore Cottage at Windsor was a better option as the place had large rooms and was comparatively bigger. The place could accommodate them all nicely. Everyone was excited about the arrival of the baby and the couple prepared in every possible way. Understandably, they wanted to switch to a more prominent place as their family was growing, and soon they would be welcoming a third member in the family.
The Renovation of the Cottage
The cottage needed some renovation before the couple could start living there. As expected, a lot of money was spent on the renovation to make the place more accommodating and livable. The couple was all ready to welcome their new child and made sure they did everything to start a new life together. During his bachelor years, Harry had spent a lot of time at the Nottingham Cottage. It was before he had asked Meghan’s hand in marriage. However, people started speculating the real reason behind this move and thought maybe there was more to it than meets the eye.
The Growing Tension
For Meghan Markle, stepping into the Royal world was a challenging task as she was not familiar with how they led their lives. However, overcoming all the doubts, she decided to go for it. Even after they got married and were expecting their first child, there was a growing tension in the family, and it was palpable. The fact that everybody kept telling Harry the same thing that William had been trying to tell him since he decided to get married made things more difficult. It was becoming evident that something was brewing in the family. But what was actually happening?
The Hard Talk
The real reason behind the move finally came to light as things became clear. Apparently, there were some differences amongst the Windsors. All of this started when the news of Harry and Meghan’s marriage became public. William wanted to have a conversation with Harry after he met Meghan for the first time. It seems like he did not approve of the relationship and wanted to warn his brother about the problems he would face if he tied the knot with Meghan. Nonetheless, Harry was utterly in love with Meghan and had made up his mind about marrying the love of his life.
The Warnings
William and Harry share a close bond and have been there for each other during the tough times. When William realized that his brother was head over heels for Markle, he tried to advise him to consider all the probabilities before making any decision. But, right from the start, it was clear that Harry would marry Meghan no matter the consequences and that is precisely what he did next. Not to mention, William asked his brother to think twice before making such a big commitment. But when you are in love with somebody, you do not think twice about spending the rest of your life with them.
Annoyed By the Growing Tensions
The general concerns that William had about Markle revolved around her family background. He was apprehensive that since they did not know much about her family, there was no way of telling her intentions. Knowing the sensitivity of the situation, William dealt with the matter very gently. He had a soft corner for his brother and could not imagine hurting him. However, this conversation did not bear any fruit as Harry did not pay any heed to these communications. He had made up his mind about Meghan, and it seemed like nothing would change his mind. No one knew how things would turn out to be!
Apprehensions
The source who explained these latest undertakings said that many people questioned Meghan’s capability of withholding the position as a Royal member. William wanted Harry to understand the fact that marrying into a Royal family was not an ordinary event, so he should think about his decision twice. The scrutiny of the media made things more difficult as all eyes were on Harry. Even with all the apprehensions, Harry seemed clear about his decision. The only question looming in the air was whether or not Meghan was the right one? And what would be the consequences of this decision on the Royal clan?
Standing by her Side
Despite the rising concerns in Prince William’s head, Harry decided to stand up for his to-be bride. He was sure about spending the rest of his life with the woman he had fallen in love with. For Meghan, things were growing out of control as everybody set their eyes on her. Additionally, she had to bear with a very unpredictable family who caused many difficulties in her life. The public was always at her and was speculating whether she would be able to blend with the Royal Family. Through this difficult phase, Harry knew she required his support more than ever, and therefore he stood by her side.
Meghan’s Family
The Royal family disapproved of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's marriage, and the real reason behind it is still left undiscovered. Meghan's family has been the source of controversies in many cases. Not to mention her father, Thomas Markle, and half-sister Samantha have publicly criticized the Royal clan frequently. It, in turn, put a strain on Meghan's fragile relationship with the Royal family. Swamped with so many responsibilities, Markle struggled to make a position herself in the family but persevered and held her ground. But why did she get a cold shoulder from the family despite trying her best to accommodate?