Palace Intrigue : King Charles, Meghan Markle and all the Royal Family gossip

King Charles has made one of the biggest decisions of his reign. Despite a £370 million renovation, Buckingham Palace will not become his home, ending a tradition that dates back to Queen Victoria. We explain why Charles and Queen Camilla are staying at Clarence House, why the King became the first modern monarch to reveal his personal tax bill, what Prince William’s financial disclosures reveal,...

HARRY & MEGHAN'S UK VISIT NEARS DIANA'S ALTHORP, STARMER RESIGNS, MONARCHY SUPPORT HITS A 30-YEAR LOW The BBC-confirmed visit of Harry, Meghan, Archie and Lilibet to Britain dominates the week, with speculation centering on Althorp — Diana's burial place — and an unresolved security question after Harry lost his police-protection challenge. Camilla is reported to oppose any "leniency" toward t...

Before Prince Philip, the Queen Mother reportedly had another husband in mind for Princess Elizabeth. We explore the royal road not taken and how Philip ultimately changed the monarchy forever. Then, the fascinating story of Marilyn Monroe’s long-awaited meeting with Queen Elizabeth the Second, including the lipstick mishap the Queen never forgot. Plus, reports that King Charles is acquiring deepl...

What does Prince William do when he wants to escape royal life? Reports reveal secret barbecues, trusted friends, disguises, and even an occasional Welsh accent. We also examine claims that William plans to modernize the monarchy for a new generation. Plus, a newly surfaced letter from Princess Diana offers a moving reflection on William and Harry’s future, a new book compares Meghan Markle’s roya...

Prince George's christening at Windsor Castle welcomes the future king into the Church of England while demonstrating his parents' commitment to balancing royal tradition with modern family values. Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spo...

Prince William is reportedly furious after online critics mocked Princess Catherine’s landmark return to international duties in Italy. We look at the claims that attacks on Kate struck a nerve with the future King. Plus, fresh concerns over Catherine’s medical privacy following the London Clinic records scandal, a royal commentator argues Queen Camilla’s remarkable rehabilitation offers lessons f...

A new round of royal drama unfolds as Meghan Markle’s latest Instagram-style video draws ridicule from critics, Kate supporters push back against reconciliation talk, and broadcaster Gabby Logan reveals the surprising fallout from calling the Princess of Wales “Kate Middleton.” Plus, why one royal historian says Prince Harry is beginning to resemble one of the monarchy’s most tragic figures: Edwar...

Britain’s scorching heatwave has forced the cancellation of the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle, bringing one of the monarchy’s most iconic traditions to a standstill. Meanwhile, King Charles meets members of the Afghan Refugee Women’s Cricket Team and hears dramatic firsthand accounts of their escape from Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. Plus, speculation grows that P...

Fresh questions are being raised about Meghan Markle’s business ventures after reports claimed she may be earning commissions from fashion purchases linked to outfits worn at Invictus Games events. Critics are asking whether commercial activity and charitable causes are becoming too closely intertwined, while sources suggest Prince Harry is uncomfortable with the attention. Meanwhile, new reports...

Prince Harry’s expected return to Britain is drawing closer, and all eyes are on July 10. With Harry expected in Birmingham for an Invictus Games event and Prince William hosting his annual charity polo match, the royal calendar may be setting up another chapter in the ongoing story of two brothers living very different lives. Reports suggest tensions remain high behind palace walls, with claims t...

A new Daily Beast analysis suggests Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s expected UK visit may be exposing deeper divisions inside King Charles’s household, with reported palace “hawks” and “doves” split over reconciliation. Phil Dampier says the visit could test public opinion, while other reports claim Meghan may see Queen Camilla as a possible bridge back to the family. Plus, questions swirl over w...

Prince Harry’s expected return to Britain next month is already generating headlines, with reports suggesting royal aides are concerned a new documentary project could follow the Sussexes back to the UK. Is another Netflix-style production on the horizon, and why are William and Catherine reportedly unhappy about the possibility? Plus, royal observers explain why Princess Catherine remains the mon...

Meghan Markle’s strawberry matcha collaboration gets a fresh round of online criticism after royal watchers notice Clevr Blends already had a similar recipe using Bonne Maman instead of As Ever. Meanwhile, Buckingham Palace reveals how it keeps cool during a heatwave without air conditioning, King Charles prepares to publish details of his personal tax bill in a historic transparency move, Prince...

King Charles prepares for another major constitutional moment after Sir Keir Starmer tells the monarch he intends to step down as Prime Minister. With Andy Burnham expected to emerge as the favourite to replace him, the King may soon appoint the fourth Prime Minister of his reign. Plus, what kind of relationship might Charles and Burnham have? Then, Harry and Meghan are reportedly offered accommod...

Critics take aim at Meghan Markle from every direction. A PR expert claims Prince Harry’s post-royal life must feel like “prison” and warns Meghan is drifting toward irrelevance. As Ever pushes back against reports questioning the brand’s future, insisting business is strong despite growing scrutiny. Meanwhile, Meghan’s latest product launch—a strawberry matcha drink topped with flower sprinkles—b...

HARRY & MEGHAN TO BRING THE KIDS TO BRITAIN, GEORGE'S ETON PLACE CONFIRMED, CHARLES'S HORSE FINISHES LAST . The BBC reports Harry and Meghan plan to bring Archie and Lilibet to the UK next month for the first time in four years — the children's first visit since 2022, with security arrangements still unresolved. Prince George's Eton place is confirmed for September. At Royal Ascot, Zara Tindal...

Royal historians, biographers and former palace insiders examine Prince William's vision for the future of the monarchy. Will he slim down the institution? How will he handle Prince Andrew, Prince Harry and other royal controversies? And what kind of king will William become? Plus, former royal butler Paul Burrell reflects on Princess Diana, King Charles, Queen Camilla and the future of the House...

Former First Lady Jill Biden offers a revealing perspective on Princess Catherine, describing the future Queen as grounded, approachable and instantly likable. We explore why Catherine continues to enjoy extraordinary public support, how she became one of the monarchy's greatest assets, and why some commentators believe she now holds enormous influence within the Royal Family. Plus, Kate's favorit...

The birth of Prince George Alexander Louis on July twenty second, two thousand and thirteen creates worldwide celebration, but his first public appearance on the hospital steps marks the beginning of a lifetime under unprecedented scrutiny. Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episod...

Why did Prince Harry leave the Royal Family? It is one of the most searched royal questions in the world, but the answer is far more complicated than a single argument, a single interview, or a single decision. In this special episode, we trace the full story of Prince Harry's departure from royal life, beginning with the death of Princess Diana in 1997 and the lasting impact it had on his relatio...

As Prince William gets ready to celebrate his birthday, royal commentators examine his relationship with Prince Harry and the future of the monarchy. We look at Meghan Markle's latest As Ever controversy, her appearance wearing more than $100,000 in jewelry including Princess Diana's famous Cartier watch, and reports that Princess Catherine has formed an important new friendship within the Royal F...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly planning a return to the United Kingdom next month with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, a visit that would mark the children’s first trip to Britain in four years. We look at the security questions surrounding the proposed visit, what it could mean for Harry’s ongoing relationship with King Charles, and whether long-awaited family reunions might fi...

Prince George is heading to Eton College, ending years of speculation about where the future king would continue his education. In this special episode, we take a deep dive into the decision made by Prince William and Princess Catherine, why Eton ultimately beat other options, and what the choice reveals about the future direction of the House of Windsor. We explore what life is actually like insi...

Zara Tindall arrives at Royal Ascot and briefly finds herself redirected by security after a member of staff fails to recognize the King’s niece. Plus, King Charles and Queen Camilla welcome racegoers to Ascot and celebrate the event’s growing sustainability efforts. Fresh from their wedding, Peter and Harriet Phillips make their first Royal Ascot appearance as husband and wife, taking part in the...

Prince Harry appears relaxed and energized during a surprise appearance at the Warrior Games in Texas, prompting fresh questions about what life outside the royal spotlight really means to him. We explore Harry's latest public outing, Meghan Markle's newest social media controversy, mounting concerns about the future of the As Ever brand, and reports that King Charles may have blunt advice for his...