Prince Philip, the late husband of Queen Elizabeth II, had an interesting nickname for Meghan Markle – the “Duchess of Windsor”. This moniker drew parallels between Meghan and Wallis Simpson, an American divorcée who became the Duchess of Windsor and caused quite a stir in the royal family.

In the 1930s, King Edward VIII abdicated the throne to marry Wallis, who had been previously divorced. At that time, it was not acceptable for royals to marry divorced individuals.

Wallis and Edward’s relationship attracted a lot of attention, and they even visited Nazi Germany, where they infamously gave the Nazi salute while meeting Adolf Hitler. Prince Philip noticed similarities between the controversies surrounding Wallis and Edward, and the attention that Meghan and Prince Harry were receiving.

According to royal biographer Ingrid Seward, Prince Philip, known for his discerning judgment of character, couldn’t help but notice these resemblances. He jokingly referred to Meghan as the “Duchess of Windsor”, cleverly acknowledging the similarities between the two situations.

Interestingly, while Prince Philip saw Meghan as potentially disruptive, Queen Elizabeth II had “high hopes” for her. This difference in perspective may have caused some tension within the royal family regarding Meghan’s role and influence.

Since stepping back from their royal duties and relocating to California, Meghan and Harry have chosen to maintain a low profile. Harry plans to visit the UK for the Invictus Games, while Meghan is expected to stay in the US to protect her safety and maintain peace in their lives.

In conclusion, it’s evident that Meghan is prioritizing her well-being and privacy amidst the constant scrutiny she faces.