Meghan Markle and his sister-in-law, Kate Middleton, are making headlines again, but this time, a source believes the timing is deliberate. The Duchess of Sussex has been weighing on a United Kingdom visit before Christmas, hoping a fresh meeting with the Princess of Wales will help reset public perception. The insider adds that Markle feels “nervous” about any reunion, yet believes visible goodwill could help. Whether framed as nerves about meeting Middleton or a strategic PR reset, the aim is reportedly the same.
Meghan Markle using Kate Middleton to change people’s opinion, says source
As per a Star magazine report, Meghan Markle plans to travel to the U.K. before Christmas and hopes to meet Kate Middleton privately. An insider explains that the former actor wants to soften opinions by showing a genuine effort to mend fences. The source adds that Meghan is nervous. The “Suits” alum is also determined to control the “narrative” and move forward. The insider feels the goal is a careful reset that feels sincere, not performative.
The source says, “She’s desperate to get ahead of the narrative, and she knows getting Kate on board would massively help.” They continue, “If the public sees she’s making a genuine effort to heal old wounds, and they see Kate accepting her back, it’s bound to soften their feelings towards her.” Moreover, the duchess has been telling people that she is “ready to forgive, forget, and move forward.”
At the same time, the source notes that trust remains an issue, stating that Markle is still “weary of Kate” and “not sure if she can trust her.” That hesitation is why any outreach will be measured and private at first. The insider frames it as a cautious bridge and not a sudden reunion.
On the other hand, Markle’s husband, Prince Harry, supports the approach. He thinks clearing the air would reduce tension across the families. “[Harry’s] been encouraging her to go for it,” the source stated. “Because he’s convinced that if Meghan and Kate can clear the air, it’ll smooth things over with [Prince] William too.”
