Meghan's father and photographer in photo scam

Such stereotyping of MM’s mother JE who has conducted herself well throughout so far as we know. When I think of the numerous examples of tackiness and bad taste that is endemic in the RF I’m astonished that anyone thinks that M’s mother should be open to such criticism with NO evidence at all. There have been books, films; TV interviews and millions of column inches full of juicy gossip about the RF over the decades - most of it true ( latest book on the unutterably vile Princess Margaret for starters) so even if she were to spill any beans: it would be in a long tradition. Maybe the RF could try and behave themselves in front of her and PP could try and avoid any racist ‘quips’

Well or So....
I can't tell you how relieved I am that I'm not either Meghan or her mother.
What a nightmare build up to a special day in their lives. I mean no disrespect to either of them. It seems they have a 'normal' close and loving relationship. I hope MM's mum walks her down the aisle, or better yet, that like Serena Williams, Meghan simply walks herself down. I have't seen the statement she's issued that confirms her father won't be at the wedding but I was pleased to see that she, not KP or Prince H made that statement.

I also feel for Harry and his family. Bliddy nightmare. Unlike some, I don't blame the RF, Kensington Palace (or even MI5/6) for the way that MM's extended family have behaved. I suspect they're entirely capable of behaving this badly, all on their own.

maryeliza,no one has written a book about the mother yet

But no comment at all Iam on the criticism and snobbish comments on this thread about MM’s parents? Maybe the behaviour of the wider family might have been better if the Firm had been more considerate towards them and are you really condoning H’s not meeting MrM? Mr M has two brothers that apparently have had a role in MM’s life - if they’d been invited, that might have made it feel better and less stressful for Mr M.

Truthfully, what gives any of us the right to pass judgement on any of the people involved in this wedding?

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The eldest pageboy is only 7 and the youngest bridesmaid, two. No maid of honour to keep them under control in line.

That's brave

No different to speaking of anyone in the public eye OldMeg.

I guess you’re an old gossip in everyday life then Anniebach ?

personally I’ve never had any discussion with friends and family about this wedding except an ‘are you watching the wedding on TV?’ from DH.

Must move in different orbits!

Oh...I see anyone in the public eye is fair game! No wonder the Sun and the DM are still in business ?

OldMeg, I assumed you were talking of the comments on this thread, not your own family and friends

Merlotgran it's a potential for mayhem isn't it! Still, in most normal weddings the flowergirls tend to run off to their mothers at some point in the proceedings, some refusing to do it at all at the last minute. They have several so as long as there are still some behind her by the time she gets to the altar it's all good

I do agree about such young bridesmsids eith no adult bridesmaids to look after them. I have 2 little grandaughters aged 3 and i cant imagine how they would cope with all those people lookin g at them! I seems to remember at William &Kates wedding two little bridesmaids held Pippa's hand and were then whisked off to minders during the service.

So Prince Charles has said he's happy to welcome Meghan into the family by giving her away! ???

Terminology doesn't make much sense! But id he is merely escorting her up (or down?) the aisle that's fine. Maybe her Mum doesn't want to and I don't blame her. I wouldnt want to do it with 100s of guests and the world's media watching. Anice guesture by Charles I think!

I suspect it just would not wash with the royals for a) a woman to walk up the aisle of a royal chapel taking the arm of the bride and giving her away - "how very modern and NOT done in our family!" and b) given the car-crash of a prelude to this wedding, having Prince Charles do the honours makes the whole thing much more formal and 'respectable'. It puts it all back on a more traditional footing, which of course the Windsors require and need.

How many times had Meghan met HER father in law? Three? At least she has an inkling who he is and how he rolls, unlike poor Mr Markle who was expected to be thrust into the middle of it all before even speaking to and shaking the hand of his royal SIL to-be.

This is a wallpapering over the cracks job for respectability and everyone knows it is. I am sick of the fawning and gushing on the TV and radio already. Off out today.

I doubt it is not only the Windsors who like tradition,

Megan has met her future father in law many times, she spent Christmas with the family, has been living in KP for quite some time .

And meanwhile BBC radio news says Phil the Greek is recovering well from “Hip Hop” so should make the wedding after all. What’s the silly old fool doing dancing st his age?

I repeat, there are royal precedents for mother to give daughters away. Queen Victoria gave 2 of her daughters away after Albert died.
Why be so negative? I think its helpful of Charles to step in and I bet her Mum didn't want to do it. At least Charles is used to the spotlight so it's one less think that could go wrong!!
I imagine tgere was a lot of agonising over plans after her Dad couldnt come.

Gilly, Phillip is British and even if he wasn’t Phil the Greek is unpleasant sorry.

I dont understand why people who dont like the RF and aren't interested in the wedding are commenting on this thread. If I'm not interested in a thread I don't read it!! We are all entitled to our opinions!

Because they can criticise them?

Sorry to have upset you Annie

It was meant to be a cheap joke . I’m getting off this threadnow. First I’m accused of being obsessed and posting on numerous threads, then my posts are being counted and now I have upset dearest Annie .

Enjoy the wedding ( or don’t ) everyone . Byeee . x

Yes I expect you are right! Well as I said we all have different opinions. Not worth getting het up about!

Just caught sight of a DM header, definitely has an agenda re MM. Snide, I thought.

the media is fickle, it'll all be gushy hearts & flowers about MM once they see her in her pwitty dwess.

Was the same with Kate to a lesser degree.