The Duchess of Sussex arrived in Dusseldorf for the 2023 Invictus Games

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Meghan Markle wore a black pleated midi shirtdress by Banana Republic. The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry at Invictus Games

On September 12, Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, arrived in Dusseldorf to attend the 2023 Invictus Games. The Duchess missed the first few days of the tournament. Her arrival occured three days after Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, arrived in Germany for the opening ceremony of the Games. The Duke and Duchess attended a family dinner, and met with family members of competitors at the "Friends @ Home Event" at Dusseldorf Airport.

Meghan Markle wore a black pleated midi shirtdress by Banana Republic. The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry at Invictus Games

Meghan Markle wore Banana Republic Pleated Midi Shirtdress
Banana Republic Pleated Midi Shirtdress

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  1. Anonymous13/9/23 11:11

    Ravie de revoir cette jolie Duchesse
    Froufrou

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    1. Anonymous13/9/23 15:18

      You must bee joking

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    2. Anonymous13/9/23 17:16

      Indeed…

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    3. Anonymous13/9/23 17:43

      La même chose ici. 11:11.
      Kay

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    4. Just Me13/9/23 19:23

      @Froufrou, I agree. I'm so clad to see both of them.

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    5. Anonymous13/9/23 22:51

      @anon 15:18 What do bees have to do with anything?

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    6. jonesnori14/9/23 03:07

      Froufrou, I agree.

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  2. Cate13/9/23 11:13

    A nice classic LBD.
    Perhaps a different colored belt or shoes would have made the outfit just a bit more attractive.

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  3. Anonymous13/9/23 11:37

    The Brits made a huge loss when this lovely couple left.
    /AA

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    1. Anonymous13/9/23 15:07

      Actually, MANY would say it was a gain for England and a loss for California.
      /BB

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    2. Anonymous13/9/23 15:18

      What planet do you live on ?

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    3. Anonymous13/9/23 17:10

      Planet love? ;)

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    4. ladarlena13/9/23 17:18

      Are you joking? Or you are an anonymous account created by so call duchess?

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    5. Anonymous13/9/23 17:24

      Yes, it was a sad loss for Britain. They are lovely. It’s a pleasure to see them and wish the wonderful Invictus Games, brainchild of visionary Prince Harry, well. Meghan is so beautiful and subtly elegant in this dress.

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    6. Anonymous13/9/23 17:49

      Agree that's a loss, the Brits have to displace Andrew, poverty aso.

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    7. Anonymous13/9/23 18:20

      Not really, no.

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    8. Anonymous13/9/23 18:48

      Ladarlena
      No I'm not anonymous. I'm Swedish and happy for Harry to have met love and have a nice family.
      Sorry for the Brits who have to put up with Andrew who is a pedophile and the duchess with her nose up in the air (KM of course).
      /AA

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    9. Anonymous13/9/23 22:03

      We’re actually surviving nicely without the permanent drama that Meghan created 😂

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    10. jonesnori14/9/23 03:06

      22:03, you mean all the racist comments and tabloid articles? Can't say I see that as her fault. The hatred toward her is quite disgusting.

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    11. Anonymous14/9/23 07:03

      Agree AA

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    12. Anonymous14/9/23 15:57

      Hear hear jonesnori!

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  4. Anonymous13/9/23 11:38

    Nice shirt dress🖤.... but why is Duchess M actually with in Germany 🤔. Prince Harry has been a patron for the I - Games several years before they became a couple.



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    1. Beth13/9/23 14:52

      Well, I would say, because it is rather common that a spouse is supporting her partner on an important event like this.

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    2. Anonymous13/9/23 14:53

      Because a wife normally accompanies her husband when she can. Rose

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    3. Anonymous13/9/23 15:29

      She's married to the redheaded guy next to her. It's called being supportive of your spouse's achievement. Just stop. It smells of low achiever jealousy. Ana

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    4. Anonymous13/9/23 17:18

      By the way, do you know, who is sponsoring these games? Huge discussions in german papers.

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    5. Anonymous14/9/23 00:11

      Have informed myself to avoid disinformation. The newspapers (FAZ, Merkur, Zeit...) in the FRG report with interest in the veterans. The tabloid "Bild" is rushing similarly to the British media (Daily Mail, Sun...).
      Doro

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    6. Beth14/9/23 00:16

      >>By the way, do you know, who is sponsoring these games? Huge discussions in german papers.<< Lass uns nicht dumm sterben. Wer sind die größten Sponsoren? Ich weiß, es sind u.a große Rüstungsfirmen, die am Krieg verdienen. Und es ist wie ein Witz, das sie nun diejenigen, die in ihren schmutzigen Kriegen verletzt wurden sponsorn. Ich habe nichts dagegen, dass die Invictus Games mit deutschem Steuergeld mitfinanziert werden. Aber es stinkt mir, dass hunderttausende von Euros an Harry und Meghan bezahlt werden. Für ihre Flüge, ihren Transport, ihre teure Unterkunft, ihre Kleidung und ihre Security. Sie sind keine Royals mehr, sondern Privatpersonen, die mit Archwell eine Fake Charity gegründet haben, über die sie 90% der Spenden für ihre persönlichen Ausgaben abzweigen.

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    7. Anonymous14/9/23 09:49

      @ Anonymous 13/9 17:18
      If you google the Invictus games 2023. You can see all the companies which are sponsoring. Rose

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  5. quakeress@gmail.com13/9/23 11:45

    Nice dress.

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    1. Anonymous13/9/23 19:56

      And no complaints about the colour…

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  6. Anonymous13/9/23 11:58

    Loved this photo in Hello. Harrys eyes say it all. Lovely dress. https://images.hellomagazine.com/horizon/landscape/f5b5d798dc1d-062a2240nf7olicw20230912081144.jpg?tx=c_fill,w_1280

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    1. Anonymous13/9/23 14:56

      @ Anonymous 11:58 Thx for sharing this lovely picture. Rose

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    2. Anonymous13/9/23 16:25

      A very nice picture indeed! I love it when they team up for events.

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    3. jonesnori14/9/23 03:08

      Oh, that is lovely.

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  7. Anonymous13/9/23 13:04

    Banana republic-excellent choice for her

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  8. Anonymous13/9/23 13:29

    Lovely dress, lovely shoes.
    Meghan looks smart and chic.
    - Anon 9:13

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    1. Anonymous14/9/23 09:07

      I agree with you, she has good taste in clothing and whatever she wears she looks chic.
      Ava

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    2. Anonymous16/9/23 10:34

      I agree with the both of you. She has a really elegant and sofisticated style. I als love her casual outfits.

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  9. Anonymous13/9/23 14:16

    So good to see her again. Nice feminine dress and elegant heels.

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  10. Beth13/9/23 14:59

    This shows that a low-cost piece can actually look better than some of the high- end brands she was wearing in the past. I like the look. Shape, cut and proportions fit well.

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    1. AnnieM13/9/23 18:55

      Agree. Smart and flattering dress and great shoes. One of the nicest outfits she's worn for a while

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  11. Anonymous13/9/23 15:08

    Very nice shirt dress. She looks good.
    Ladyofthemanor

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  12. Achard6213/9/23 15:39

    C'est vraiment un plaisir de la revoir dans une belle robe chemisier ; j'aime beaucoup l'élégance classique de ses talons !

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    1. deadeggs13/9/23 20:19

      Agree 100%. Chère Achard62 (Tulipe).
      And so good to see them out and about.

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  13. Anonymous13/9/23 15:45

    Another 400.000 € down that drain. Nobody cares for the Invictus games, they don’t add extra value like Olympic games for example that have a marketing effect for the region that hosts the games. There’s only sparse media coverage. And security for Mr. and Mrs.Windsor costs around the mentioned sum - ‚proudly‘ presented by german taxpayers. Okay, talking about fashion: she’s wearing a black dress and black shoes, he‘s wearing a black suit and a blue shirt. Amazing. Really something to uuhh and ahhh about. Janine Bömermann

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    1. Anonymous13/9/23 16:24

      The veterans who are competing probably don't think it's money down the drain. There's more to life than pure economy.

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    2. Anonymous13/9/23 17:55

      Lucky you, Janine! All the members of your family who have served their country have returned unharmed. If you had an ounce of empathy, you might be able to imagine what it must be like for a service member to be in the military at peak physical conditioning and return home permanently disabled. You say these games add no "extra value like Olympic games for example that have a marketing effect for the region that hosts the games". What about the value it adds to the lives of those competing? Do you suggest they are not worth the effort because there is no financial gain for the host city or country? Your attitude is disgusting. It smacks of pure hatred. Hatred for Harry and Meghan. Your hatred for them is so strong that you hate every single thing that has a connection to them, big or small. I don't single you out. You are one of a group of people that believe every negative thing you read that supports your side. The same is true for the other side that support them at all costs. What is bothering me is how you can find fault with the Invictus Games. Put your personal feelings aside, cut the snarky comments and place the focus where it belongs.

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    3. Anonymous13/9/23 19:40

      Hello Anonymous 17:55 - sorry you feel outraged but it’s way over the top to accuse someone here of “pure hatred”. You might not like the original comment, but please don’t inflame what is generally a nice group discussion on royals and fashion by accusations like that. - AL.

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    4. Anonymous13/9/23 19:58

      This comment should not have passed moderation in the first place. Having said that dear Janine, there must be a reason why countries are bidding =unsolicited. = to host the event

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    5. Anonymous13/9/23 19:58

      Really disturbing comments here. Please stop that!

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    6. Anonymous13/9/23 20:54

      Well, before you say “nobody” you should have the common sense to see how much these games mean to people participating and their families. But you really don’t care about that. Just a troll who has nothing to do and throws mud at people for whatever reason crosses their very narrow mind

      CH

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    7. Anonymous14/9/23 00:15

      Janine Bömermann did not write this. She would have spelled her name correctly. 15:45

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    8. Anonymous14/9/23 07:02

      OMG wtf! Janine go to the corner, bow your head in shame.

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  14. Anonymous13/9/23 15:49

    Waiting for all those who critiqued Charlene for wearing black,to air the same criticism of Meghan.
    This was always Harry's event I'm at a loss as to why Meghan is front and centre. Bea

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    1. Beth13/9/23 17:25

      She thinks she adds value to his causes, when she is there. She thinks she is more important than him, she thinks she is better in doing public appearances like him. She is like, step back, let mummy do the talking ;-)))

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    2. Anonymous13/9/23 17:49

      You are right, being there as supportive wife doesnot mean you have to make a speech….

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    3. Anonymous13/9/23 18:22

      He's obviously proud of her and she most likely wants to show her support for him.

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    4. Anonymous13/9/23 18:48

      I agree with anonymous 18:22. If you look at the picture of 11:58 you know enough.

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    5. caune14/9/23 03:43

      Bea, I think she's front and center because the media puts her there because people click the links, view the photos, read the stories and comment. It's good for business.
      If she really wanted to be the center of attention she'd be taking fashion advice from Maxima, not shopping at Banana Republic.

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    6. Anonymous14/9/23 06:56

      Bea, Beth and ano should just stop embarrassing themselves.

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    7. Anonymous14/9/23 10:08

      @ Anon. 13/9 18:48
      I agree with all of you. Let these people do their work. Meghan does not hurt anyone by giving a speech. Maybe the disabled participants are happy with her speech and that is what counts. Rose

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  15. Anonymous13/9/23 16:28

    Interesting how she kept her wardrobe mostly neutral when she was in the UK because she was not allowed to wear the same color as the rest of the royal family and it is all she has worn before and after…Uhmm

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  16. Anonymous13/9/23 17:39

    I suppose we could expect nasty comments today. I think we must think in the first place at the people who are participating at the Invictus games. The people who are handicapped for the rest of their lives. I can't imagine if something like this should happen to my son. What does it do not only with the victims themselves but with their family too, wives, girl friends, children, mothers and fathers, brothers and sisters. Rose

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    1. Anonymous13/9/23 23:04

      Thank you for bringing the focus back where it belongs. You are absolutely right. The injuries have an effect on everyone around the disabled vet. It is beautiful to see the games come out of tragedy.

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    2. Anonymous14/9/23 07:01

      Rose 👏👏👏

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  17. Anonymous13/9/23 17:59

    Happy to see these pleasant couple again. It's nice that Meghan supports her partner and Harry can share his success with her, respect.

    Krystle

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    1. Anonymous13/9/23 20:00

      Which success, please??

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    2. deadeggs13/9/23 20:32

      I wish the Duke and Duchess of Sussex a happy stay in Europe and a safe return to their family in the U.S.
      Looking forward to seeing what the Duchess will be wearing during her stay.
      Maybe some pieces from American designers.


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    3. Anonymous13/9/23 20:55

      Well said. Simple and respectful

      CH

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    4. Anonymous14/9/23 06:57

      Krystle 👏👏👏

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  18. Kteach13/9/23 19:05

    It looks like she's attending a funeral instead of the Games.

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    1. Anonymous14/9/23 04:35

      Black is one of the primary Invictus colors. Black is worn year round in any and all settings. This is as important as observing that 89 year old Gloria is not in robust health. No credibility.

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  19. Anonymous13/9/23 20:18

    Anonymous 17:55- perhaps Janine means that all this show is for Netflix and much of the money goes to Harry. But the dress is nice.

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    1. Anonymous13/9/23 23:31

      @20:18 How difficult is it to process what is said from the mouths of the very participants in terms of what their involvement means to them? Have you any idea how many per day lose hope? No?
      All that you have is what someone else has told you to repeat. Loro.

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    2. Anonymous13/9/23 23:47

      For the past 10 years? No. Janine came to a fashion blog and started to rant about about the cost and that, in her opinion, no one cares about the Invictus Games. Her final thoughts about what they were wearing were less than sincere. Janine and some others had an agenda when making their comments. They had nothing to do with fashion or at the very least why they were being featured. The option has always existed to ignore the posts that don't interest us, but mature adult behavior ceases to exist when Harry and Meghan, or the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, (not Mr. and Mrs. Windsor) grace this blog.

      I agree with you. Her dress is nice and Harry looks quite handsome.

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  20. Anonymous13/9/23 22:01

    Au delà de.... mes agacements personnels j'aime ce couple.
    J'ai vu des photos de Harry pour ces/ses IG et je dis bravo à lui.
    Son implication...personne ne peut la remettre en cause.
    Je n'aime pas la couleur de la tenue de Megan mais je passe outre.
    Tout le meilleur à eux deux pour ce moment si precieux à Harry.

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  21. Ava Pittman13/9/23 22:56

    The dress itself is quite nice, but I don't like the fabric. Alo't of black, maybe a pair of two tone shoes, or such like and same with the belt, overall very heavy look.

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    1. Masha14/9/23 07:12

      Agree, that's what my impression was: altough she wears nice dress and shoes and I like black colour, her combination works heavy and more appropriate for some other event.

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  22. Anonymous14/9/23 00:38

    I am speechless. Princess Meghan is absolutely stunning. Meghan bringing back the French twist. This is the perfect hair for fall. You can pull this hair style off with any outfit. Our stylish Duchess is always inspiring us with fun fashion and hair ideas. So glad they found each others 😍 They´re just so heartwarming to see. 🥹💛🖤🫶❤️
    Though the Sun royal reporter Matt W. is STALKING PrinceHarry and MeghanMarkle.

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    1. Beth14/9/23 01:26

      I am speechless too. Some comments leave me absolutely speechless 😂😂😂

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    2. Anonymous14/9/23 03:31

      She is not titled princess, if you wanted to call her by the title princess it would be more correct to call her Princess Harry (the same way as Princess Michael).

      I agree with you, the comments are unkind and uncalled for. People are too invested in people they don’t know (and I mean both ways - some dislike her as though they have been personally wronged by her, and some love her to the point of idolatry, none of which is healthy).

      The Duchess of Sussex looks great, not only in the outfit, but body-wise she is in great shape. I personally think the all black outfit suits her very well - the belt being black compliments her shape.

      T

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    3. Anonymous14/9/23 05:08

      Well said!

      CH

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    4. Anonymous14/9/23 07:00

      Agree 00:38. Beth on the other hand should think about what her comments say about her as a fellow human being.

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  23. Sharni14/9/23 01:21

    This was Harry's baby, so to speak why does she have to be up there making a speech. Why are they on this site anyway they are not Royals anymore.

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  24. ladarlena14/9/23 02:25

    It looks like the Sussex PR machine is working overtime on this board.

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  25. LilyBart14/9/23 03:02

    I'm glad she was able to get away from the royal family. She told us she wasn't able to wear color when she was with them. Now she's free to.... oh, never mind.

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    1. Anonymous14/9/23 13:29

      Can't agree more. Family-war and family-rivalty and money-dependance are the ground of unhealthy developements.

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    2. Anonymous15/9/23 01:13

      Really? She bitched about the Queen asking her not to wear a particular color on a particular day so she got caught in a greige, white, black pattern of colors. That’s on her and no one else.

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    3. deadeggs15/9/23 12:54

      Yes, but Windsor Land makes a good live soap opera. I love it.
      And the characters in the opera play their own part.
      Just love it. Can't wait for the forthcoming episodes.

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  26. Anonymous14/9/23 04:44

    Fell over laughing; just such a fun couple who have fallen into the self important trap. Clothes pretty ordinary. Hair fabulous.
    Maybe these two need to go to Camelot (TABBY)

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    1. Anonymous14/9/23 12:39

      And you think you came out on top?

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  27. Anonymous14/9/23 06:59

    I see all the haters that just can't help themselves, but has to show the world how mean and how low they can go. So congratulations you won the nasty award. You must be proud.

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  28. Anonymous14/9/23 07:07

    Meghan look stunning. Agreeing with all the nice comments except the complaining of the colour. To the haters. Give us a rest. Scroll by all the story's about this couple please. Obviously you can't behave as adults.

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    1. Anonymous14/9/23 13:47

      To me the comments are ok, just opinions, thats all...

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  29. Anonymous14/9/23 10:23

    I am speechless of all the hate I am reading here. No wonder they left for the US. I admire them that until now they manage to survive and be happy together and with their children. If my life was in danger regularly I don't know what I might be capable to do. God bless them and their children. I hope from now on they will find their way and leave all the bad things that others did to them behind. Rose

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    1. Anonymous14/9/23 12:38

      Agree Rose. I'm dumbfounded over how evil people are. Anna.

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    2. Anonymous14/9/23 14:14

      And your comment is here to chastise the other commenters. Okay mommy.
      You knew this would happen with a post on these two. Get over it and your self righteousness.

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    3. Anonymous14/9/23 15:54

      Lots of words while beeing speechless :))

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  30. Anonymous14/9/23 17:06

    14:14- agree with you.

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  31. ladarlena14/9/23 17:53

    She treated the late Queen badly. No matter how she dresses cannot hide her evil heart. This black dress looks very cheap on her. She should add some color.

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  32. Anonymous16/9/23 03:01

    There seems to be a misunderstanding regarding title. Yes Meghan is a Duchess but she is still a Princess of the United Kingdom. Same applies to Kate as Duchess of Cambridge and Princess of Wales. Sophie, as Countess and now Duchess of Edinburgh is also a Princess of the United Kingdom. Ditto Duchess of Gloucester and Duchess of Kent. All of these ladies are 100% Princesses of the UK by marriage only, they do not have Princess before their forenames. During her lifetime the public was constantly reminded that Diana was officially called The Princess of Wales not Princess Diana because she was not born as one. Béatrice and Eugenie (like their Aunt Princess Anne The Princess Royal) have Princess before their forenames because they are of princesses of the blood. Ditto Princess Charlotte and Princess Lilibet. Either way, by blood birth or by marriage, all are HRH including Meghan and her daughter Lilibet.

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  33. Anonymous16/9/23 03:52

    To Anon 03.31 - you state “she is not styled Princess” yet you explain that she can be addressed like Princess Michael of Kent. Recall that Prince Michael was not given a dukedom, was never on the civil list and undertook no official engagements as members of the royal family. Be that as it was and still is, Christine Princess Michael of Kent is a Princess and HRH.

    You say Meghan can be called or known as Princess Harry like Princess Michael. I get your point but your explanation still clarifies and styles Meghan as a Princess. That is, HRH Meghan Princess Harry, Duchess of Sussex. This is a mouthful so Invariably, people will call her Princess Meghan (as they sometimes do with Kate) just to cut corners because she is a daughter-in-law of King Charles III, a reigning sovereign. Meghan’s husband is the son of a king, brother of a future king and uncle of a future king. It’s quite understandable when people refer to Meghan and Kate as Princesses.

    Quite frankly, UK is rather snobbish. All other royal houses name their daughters in law appropriately at marriage - Denmark, Jordan, Luxembourg, Liechstentein, Morocco, Norway, Sweden, etc

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  34. Anonymous17/9/23 21:36

    Why was she three days late? Couldn’t get a flight?

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