Meghan Markle’s Path to Royal Reunion? Expert Says It Starts with an Apology to Kate Middleton

If Meghan Markle wants to bridge the widening rift with the Royal Family, a significant step may be needed—one that starts with a heartfelt apology, particularly to Kate Middleton, according to royal expert Richard Eden. Speaking on the Palace Confidential podcast, Eden emphasized that such a gesture could be key to mending relations with Prince William and other family members.

Eden revealed that he has spoken to multiple sources regarding the likelihood of reconciliation between Prince Harry and Prince William. “But everyone really has made the same points: it won’t happen until Harry and Meghan genuinely apologize for everything they have said,” he explained. Eden suggested that a sincere, private apology could be the first step toward healing, but he noted that the issues at hand are complex and go beyond just words.

The royal expert believes the Sussexes’ public disclosures, including Harry’s memoir Spare, have damaged trust within the Royal Family, particularly with William and Kate. “They need to apologize, at least privately,” he said, adding, “but how can there be that reconciliation when William and Catherine just don’t know what will later appear in a TV program or in a book?”

According to Eden, trust is now a central issue. “Once you’ve lost that trust, you’ve kind of lost it forever,” he pointed out. He highlighted the deep concerns that William and Kate reportedly feel, especially after Harry’s memoir revealed private conversations they never anticipated would become public. “Can you imagine what they were thinking?” Eden remarked, noting that the publication of those intimate details left a lasting impact.

The expert added that this breach has made it challenging for the Royal Family to welcome Harry and Meghan back fully. Without the certainty that their private exchanges will remain confidential, William and Kate may be reluctant to engage fully with Harry and Meghan again.

As the possibility of reconciliation remains uncertain, Eden’s remarks underscore that the path to healing may require both time and a commitment to rebuilding trust. For Meghan, taking this “leap of faith” and extending an apology could open the door to a new chapter, though it would require a mutual willingness from all parties to look past past grievances.