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Meghan's father and photographer in photo scam

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JenniferEccles Mon 14-May-18 12:15:03

I think this is completely ironic.

The Royal family had asked the press to respect the Markle family's privacy, but now it appears Mr. Markle has been involved in staging some photographic scoops of his own, despite being described as a 'recluse'

The Mail on Sunday exposed the story yesterday.

Apparently the photographer and Markle set up some exclusive shoots which were then sold to press agencies around the world.

It quickly became apparent though that the pictures were 'too perfect' and obviously staged, but not before the photographer involved had received a considerable amount of money. The paper has said it is not known if Mr. Markle received any payment, but if not, why on earth would he participate in such a thing?

The Royal family must be cringing.

Jane10 Tue 15-May-18 19:05:00

At least Camilla and Charles had a more discreet wedding unlike this vulgar bonanza.

Grandma70s Tue 15-May-18 19:15:01

I think there’s an extra amount of interest from the press because she’s American, and in many ways an unlikely royal bride.

varian Tue 15-May-18 19:48:32

I seem to remember that Prince Harry's grandfather, Earl Spencer was not 100% fit when he walked his daughter down the aisle, but he did it. I hope Meghan's Dad can do it too.

Jalima1108 Tue 15-May-18 19:50:21

Yes, he had had a stroke I think varian
And Michael Middleton, although fit, must have found walking his daughter down the aisle a daunting prospect too.

seacliff Tue 15-May-18 20:11:02

I don't believe anything the Daily Mail says, unless I see proof from elsewhere, so I'd take with a pinch of salt the statement that her father now wants to come after all. It's hard to know what the real truth is. We probably never will know.

I have felt uncertain whether she will stay the course with Harry, but it's his choice. I do feel sorry for them both though. The week before the wedding should be a happy time, looking forward to the big day. It must be horrible to have all these last minute uncertainties, quite embarrassing for her, and all so public too.

Iam64 Tue 15-May-18 20:14:59

Thanks for your post sea cliff, it's reassuring to see an ordinary even compassionate comment about the vents swirling around this couple who are preparing for their wedding. Weddings are stressful for families, brides and grooms but imagine, the world's press are watching, recording everything. Your worst nightmare cousins have flows in, expecting to be feted by tv/media and paid for any nonsense they chose to speak.
I understand and respect the beliefs that lead posters to republican points of view. I do not understand how anyone can be so angry, dismissive and cruel about a young couple preparing for their wedding.

Jane10 Tue 15-May-18 20:21:34

They are not poor innocent wee things! They've both been around and are well accustomed to being in the public eye. In Harry's case he was born to it. In her case she's chased it. It's her job as an actress.

Anniebach Tue 15-May-18 20:27:41

Yes, they both know how to handle the press and to use it to their advantage , I hope they will have a happy marriage but cannot warm to them , the staged photo shoots in the garden did it for me , no one announcing their engagement stands in the position Megan did.

Chewbacca Tue 15-May-18 20:29:57

I'd love to be fly on the wall in Buck House tonight! grin

Anniebach Tue 15-May-18 20:42:44

I doubt queenie is bothered , it will all fall into place . People are already in Windsor,

gillybob Tue 15-May-18 22:10:21

Well said Maryeliza54’ although I still
Think Mr M would have been better off staying away from this puppet show . So ignorant of H not to bother his royal ar*se so meet his future FiL before the wedding .

gillybob Tue 15-May-18 22:12:04

queenie won’t lose sleep . She’s in charge.

Oh jeez the news .... switch off... here we go again .... bloody hell .....

Anniebach Tue 15-May-18 22:29:45

The father may have braved coming but not knowing anyone! , pity she hadn’t invited some family

gillybob Tue 15-May-18 22:37:34

...and none of his family even introducing themselves either. Poor guy.

gillybob Tue 15-May-18 22:52:26

Breaking news ...... it’s off...... he’s not coming ......Breaking news.....it’s on... he is coming......breaking news..... it’s off again......(he’s been paid off not to come) so he’s not coming ........

Breaking news I don’t give a monkeys ? toot. Goodnight x

Anniebach Wed 16-May-18 08:33:02

Stand by for a film, ?

gillybob Wed 16-May-18 08:43:39

I wouldn’t be surprised at all Anniebach BBC local news now saying he’s having a heart procedure today . confused how convenient ( do they think we’re all stupid?) I still say he’s been paid off by the firm

Anniebach Wed 16-May-18 09:00:11

I don’t think so Gilly, good grief if he had someone would have told the press. Pity Harry told the world his family had become the family his darling Megan never had. I dislike this - Diana , I must tell tell the world everything .

Blinko Wed 16-May-18 09:27:27

Surely the only person who gives a monkey's whether her father attends or not is the bride? The rest of us couldn't care less. The media will insist on blathering on about it.

annsixty Wed 16-May-18 09:28:55

Roll on Monday morning .

Zorro21 Wed 16-May-18 10:21:08

maryeliza54

Your post have made me laugh this morning ! Long live non political correctness !

stella1949 Wed 16-May-18 10:22:37

I'm sad to think that this man has been hounded by the press, who have made a mockery of him. The Royals are surely aware of how damaging the press can be - but this man has been left adrift to cope on his own. I thought Meghan was supposed to be close to him, but all she seems to have done is to issue a request that the press give them privacy. Heaven help the lot of them .

Lindaylou55 Wed 16-May-18 10:28:00

I cannot believe this man was "taken in" by the photographer, he is no stranger to the media, he has been in the entertainment industry for over 40 years. Miss pushy only got her start thanks to him. Like father like daughter only seen the $ signs, I am worried for Harry!

Anniebach Wed 16-May-18 10:32:21

Not fair to blame the Windsors, why should they always be blamed for the actions of others. The people to blame if blame must be laid then the two thirty somethings , I think they are self centred and possibly lapping up all this ‘aww bless them ‘ Megan is not naive, she is world wise and he needs to grow up , the father is her father , she chose to marry a royal he chose to marry an actress .

luluaugust Wed 16-May-18 10:43:48

I don't blame the Windsors but somehow he should have been brought over earlier settled in with minders, they are so used to their world I am not sure they could begin to imagine his position and state of mind, I can't really. Harry has never even met him.