Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reignited controversy over the couple’s relationship with the Royal Family, with reports suggesting that senior royals feared private conversations were being secretly recorded.
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The allegations, which recently resurfaced in royal commentary and biography discussions, claim that even Queen Elizabeth II grew increasingly cautious during the final years of her reign.
According to royal biographer Hugo Vickers, the late Queen allegedly worried that conversations with Harry and Meghan could later appear in documentaries, interviews, or media projects connected to the couple’s deals with streaming companies. Reports claim the monarch became more guarded after the Sussexes’ high-profile interview with Oprah Winfrey and the release of their Netflix docuseries.
The allegations have fueled intense online debate, especially among royal watchers who believe trust between the Sussexes and the monarchy dramatically collapsed following their departure from royal duties in 2020. Some commentators claim palace officials feared private discussions could be leaked or recorded, although there has been no verified evidence proving that Harry or Meghan secretly taped members of the Royal Family.
Reports also suggest that concerns over privacy became so serious that certain royal meetings were handled with extra caution. One biographer alleged the Queen occasionally preferred witnesses to be present during conversations with Harry, fearing details could later become public.
Meanwhile, supporters of Harry and Meghan argue the accusations are exaggerated conspiracy theories pushed by critics determined to damage the couple’s reputation. They point out that many claims circulating online originate from tabloids, gossip channels, and speculative social media discussions rather than official palace statements.