The recent Platinum Jubilee of the late Queen marked a significant event not only for the monarchy but also for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. While the nation celebrated the Queen’s 70-year reign in June 2022, the Sussexes introduced their daughter, Princess Lilibet, to her great-grandmother for the first time.
Named after the Queen’s childhood nickname, Lilibet was in the UK with her parents for the festivities, coinciding with her first birthday. To honor the day, Harry and Meghan hosted a casual garden party at Frogmore Cottage, featuring activities like face painting and family time in the sunny Windsor weather.
Despite reports, a birthday wish from Harry and Meghan to have a photographer capture the moment of the Queen meeting Lilibet was denied. Palace officials expressed concerns that photos could potentially be shared with American media outlets.
In his memoir, Harry reflected on the cherished moment when his children met the Queen, especially poignant given her passing later that year. While many details of the meeting remain private, new information emerged during legal proceedings related to Prince Harry and the Daily Mail publishers.
During a summary judgment in a libel case, a letter from the Queen’s private secretary highlighted the monarch’s ongoing concern for Harry and his family’s safety, emphasizing the importance of providing effective security due to their public profiles and past security threats.
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