Meghan Markle's Mixed Messages About Family as Kate’s Carol Service Shines Bright
Podcast: Palace Intrigue : Meghan and Harry's Australia trip, King Charles visits USA - Royal Family gossipPublished On: Mon Dec 08 2025
Description: Meghan Markle’s outreach to her father turned into a weekend of whiplash after her team first dismissed reports as “a complete fabrication,” then later confirmed she had contacted Thomas Markle following news of his emergency surgery. Samantha Markle weighed in from the sidelines, urging the Sussexes to step up with real support, while a Parade profile reminded the world the couple’s estimated worth sits around $60 million.Meanwhile, the Princess of Wales delivered the holiday moment of the season with her fifth annual Together at Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey. Catherine greeted performers including Kate Winslet and Eugene Levy, welcomed William and the children in coordinating navy and black, and presided over an evening celebrating kindness and community.Deep Crown explains why Charles’ absence wasn’t a snub but a strategic choice to let Catherine’s signature event shine, even as Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie sent supportive words from afar. With musical performances, young talent from Future Talent charity, and hot chocolate waiting at the Abbey doors, the night belonged to the Wales family — a calm, candlelit contrast to Montecito’s headline swirl.Get episodes of Palace Intrigue by becommming a paid subscriber on Apple Podcasts. Click the button that says uninterrupted listening. Just $5 a month, and that includes many ofther shows on the Caloroga Shark network.A new season of King William is available now.Our royal newsletter written by Deep Crown is available for free.Royal Books:Revenge: Meghan, Harry, and the War Between the Windsors by Tom BowerWilliam and Catherine: The Monarchy's New Era: The Inside StoryThe Royal Insider: My Life with the Queen, the King and Princess Diana
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