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Philip's Blunt Nickname for Meghan: 'The American'
6 Jul
Summary
- Prince Philip nicknamed Meghan Markle 'The American'.
- The royal family expressed reservations about Meghan marrying Harry.
- Meghan recalled sitting next to Philip at a 2017 Christmas dinner.
Biographer Hugo Vickers has revealed that Prince Philip referred to Meghan Markle as 'the American' shortly after she began dating Prince Harry and attended a Christmas party in 2017. This nickname emerged amidst reported concerns from within the royal family regarding Meghan's relationship with Harry.
Sources indicate that Prince Charles advised his son to 'have fun with her, but don't marry her,' while the Queen suggested Harry wait a year. Biographer Ingrid Seward also noted Philip had previously nicknamed Meghan 'DOW,' likening her to Wallis Simpson.
Meghan herself recalled a positive experience sitting next to Prince Philip at the 2017 Christmas dinner, though Prince Harry later humorously informed her she 'had his bad ear.' Philip, who had retired from public duties, made a rare appearance at Harry and Meghan's 2018 wedding.
Further claims suggest Prince Philip warned Prince Harry against marrying an actress, stating, 'One steps out with actresses, one doesn't marry them.' Philip passed away in April 2021 at the age of 99. Harry and Meghan had by then relocated to California.
