Prince Harry jogging in Santa Barbara, California, wearing a black jacket and matching shorts, looking pensive. Image: Instagram via @dukeandduchessofsussexdaily
Prince Harry emerges amid ‘Lilibet’ name controversy
Prince Harry emerged from the shadows, for the first time since the revelation surrounding Queen Elizabeth’s dismay over the name Lilibet.
Prince Harry jogging in Santa Barbara, California, wearing a black jacket and matching shorts, looking pensive. Image: Instagram via @dukeandduchessofsussexdaily
In a rare public appearance, Prince Harry was spotted leaving a workout session in Santa Barbara, California, on Tuesday, marking the first time he has been seen since revelations about Queen Elizabeth’s apparent dismay over the use of her childhood nickname, Lilibet.
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PRINCE HARRY RESURFACES
The Duke of Sussex appeared pensive as he jogged through the brisk January weather, donning a black jacket and matching shorts.
The recent controversy stems from claims made by the Sussexes that they had the Queen’s blessing to name their baby Lilibet, a name reserved for those closest to the late monarch as reported by DailyMail.
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PRINCE HARRY AND THE DRAMA
This revelation, detailed in Robert Hardman’s new biography, Charles III: New King, New Court. The Inside Story, has ignited a fresh wave of controversy surrounding the royal family.
According to a staff member of Queen Elizabeth, she was “as angry as I’d ever seen her” upon learning about the Sussexes’ assertion that they wouldn’t have used the nickname without her support.
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‘LILIBET’
The Queen, reportedly upset over the situation, lamented to her aides, stating, ‘I don’t own the palaces, I don’t own the paintings, the only thing I own is my name. And now they’ve taken that.’
The dispute dates back to 2021 when Prince Harry and Meghan insisted that they had sought and received the Queen’s permission before naming their daughter Lilibet.
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BUCKINGHAM PALACE
However, sources claim that Buckingham Palace was uncooperative when the Sussexes tried to involve them in supporting their version of events.
The controversy adds another layer to the ongoing tensions within the royal family, raising questions about communication and decision-making processes.
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REVELATIONS
Despite the Sussexes’ assertions and legal warnings, the Queen’s displeasure with the situation remains a focal point, emphasizing the delicate balance between personal choices and royal protocol.
As Prince Harry continues to navigate the fallout from this revelation, the public awaits further developments in this captivating chapter of the royal saga.
