The Kardashians deleted picture of the Sussexes and sparked curiousity (Image: Getty)
Five things to know about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s photogate with the Kardashians
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex sparked a backlash after attending Kris Jenner’s star-studded 70th birthday bash in Hollywood last November. While the Royal Family marked Remembrance back in the UK, photos of a “jolly” Harry and Meghan emerged on the Kardashians’ Instagram accounts, only to be mysteriously scrubbed from the internet shortly after.
Kim Kardashian has finally broken her silence on the Khloe in Wonderland podcast this week, setting the record straight. The SKIMS founder revealed they were initially told it was “totally cool” to post the snaps, but the couple seemingly had a change of heart once they realised the timing clashed with solemn royal commemorations.
This “Kardashian blunder” has exposed a broader positioning issue for the Sussexes, according to experts. PR specialist Rhea Freeman noted that the lack of clarity and “hesitation” creates headlines, questioning whether the couple are truly critics of celebrity culture or eager participants who become uneasy once the public spotlight turns harsh.
Brutal verdicts from vocal royal fans suggest that Kim has effectively “silenced” Meghan by sharing her version of events first. Observers noted that the power dynamics have shifted, leaving the Duchess in the same uncomfortable position the Royal Family faced during the Oprah interview, unable to easily counter the reality TV mogul’s claims.
Despite the drama, Kim stressed that her mother and Meghan share a “really sweet relationship” spanning several years. However, eagle-eyed fans were quick to point out that Kim appeared to distance herself and Khloe from the friendship, specifically specifying that the Duchess is primarily a close friend of the family matriarch.