In a stunning twist that could further shake the already fragile foundation of the British royal family, a leaked report claims Meghan Markle recently made a secret phone call to a high-level royal insider — allegedly asking for Prince William’s reputation to be “ended quietly.”
The call, said to have taken place in early August, reportedly involved a hushed but intense conversation between Meghan and a long-time aide with deep connections to the Palace. Sources close to the situation, who chose to remain anonymous due to the explosive nature of the claims, allege that Meghan was “fed up” with the public narrative surrounding Prince William and wanted to "rebalance" how he’s portrayed in the press.
According to these insiders, the Duchess of Sussex allegedly said, “William has played the clean-cut heir long enough. It’s time the world sees the full picture — and we do it quietly.”
While the Palace has remained tight-lipped, refusing to comment on any “private communications,” royal watchers are already speculating on what this could mean. Some believe Meghan’s frustration may stem from the persistent double standards she and Prince Harry have faced in comparison to the Cambridges (now the Waleses). Others argue it’s part of a larger strategy to reclaim public favor ahead of upcoming media ventures the Sussexes are planning.
The alleged call comes at a time when public opinion is slowly shifting. With Prince Harry’s recent revelations in his memoir Spare and the Netflix docuseries that followed, many feel the carefully cultivated image of the royal family — particularly Prince William — has begun to show cracks. But to suggest Meghan is actively seeking to dismantle William’s reputation would mark a significant escalation in the so-called "royal rift."
Critics are quick to dismiss the story as tabloid fiction. “There’s no credible evidence of this call,” said royal historian Dr. Lydia Hart. “But it plays into the narrative that certain outlets want to push — a feud, a villain, and a dramatic fallout.”
Still, supporters of Meghan argue she has long been unfairly vilified, and the story — whether true or not — reflects the broader tensions that have gone unresolved. “If she did make that call, it wouldn’t be about revenge,” said one anonymous Hollywood executive who worked with the Sussexes. “It would be about protecting her family’s truth.”