Why is Meghan not called Princess?

Meghan Markle is not called "Princess Meghan" because, according to British royal protocol, the title of Princess followed by a first name is generally reserved for women born into the royal family (blood princesses). Upon marrying Prince Harry, she became Her Royal Highness, The Duchess of Sussex. BBC +2
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Why is Kate Middleton a princess but Meghan Markle is not?

Meghan isn't a princess by name because, by tradition, she adopted her husband Prince Harry's peerage title, becoming the Duchess of Sussex, while Kate (Catherine) became the Duchess of Cambridge, not "Princess Kate," as both married into the royal family without being born princesses. While technically both are princesses (Princess Henry of Wales and Princess William of Wales, respectively), they are styled by their higher, husband-given duchess titles, which supersedes the princess title, explaining why they aren't called "Princess Meghan" or "Princess Kate". 
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Can Meghan Markle ever be a princess?

Duchess Meghan is also legally a Princess of the united kingdom by marriage, if her 'duchess' title was to be removed, then her legal title would be Princess Henry of Wales..👑
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Why don't they call Meghan Markle princess?

The brutal answer is that, by the standards of British royal protocol, the former Hollywood star lacks "royal blood". That means that she cannot call herself Princess Meghan. The arcane rules mean that Meghan will be compelled to follow the example of her future sister-in-law.
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Why is Lilibet not a princess?

The rules governing the titles of royal children were set out by King George V - Queen Elizabeth's grandfather - in 1917. Archie and Lilibet were not prince and princess at birth, because they were not grandchildren of the monarch, but they gained the right to these titles when King Charles acceded to the throne.
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Was the Queen upset about Lilibet's name?

In his book, he alleges that, despite claims at the time she had approved the use of the name, "A Palace source has a different version of events, which is that the Queen first learned of Lilibet's name from the morning press, and was so incensed at the affront that she threw the paper to the floor, startling her staff ...
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Who is the nicest member of the British royal family?

There's no single "nicest" royal as it's subjective, but recent polls (Jan 2026) show Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales are the most favorably viewed, with around 74-77% positive opinions, while Princess Anne consistently ranks high for her dedicated work ethic, and late Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Diana are often remembered fondly for kindness. 
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Is Lilibet a rainbow baby?

Yes, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's daughter, Lilibet (Lili) Diana, is considered a "rainbow baby" because she was born after Meghan experienced a miscarriage in 2020, making her a joyful arrival after a period of loss.
 
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Why is Diana a princess but not Kate?

Diana was styled Princess of Wales because Charles's highest title was Prince of Wales, a rank that outranks a Duke, while Kate became Duchess of Cambridge because William's highest title upon marriage was Duke of Cambridge; it wasn't until Charles became King and gave William the title of Prince of Wales that Kate became the Princess of Wales, adopting the title to reflect her husband's new, higher rank, much like Diana.
 
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What three words did Prince Harry describe Kate Middleton?

Prince Harry described Kate Middleton when he first met her as carefree, sweet, and kind, according to his memoir Spare, reflecting her fun-loving nature and their early close bond, where he saw her as the "big sister he never had". 
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What serious illness does Meghan Markle have?

While there are no credible reports of Meghan Markle having a current serious illness, she has publicly shared past significant health issues, including a serious postpartum preeclampsia scare after childbirth and past struggles with mental health and suicidal ideation while with the Royal Family, which she discussed in her podcast and the Oprah interview. There have also been minor, temporary illnesses reported, like being sick and missing an event in late 2024, and speculation about plastic surgery, but no ongoing serious disease. 
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Why did Kim Kardashian delete Meghan Markle's photo?

Kim Kardashian deleted photos of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry from Kris Jenner's birthday party because the couple requested it after realizing the photos were posted around Remembrance Day, a solemn UK holiday for fallen soldiers, and they didn't want to appear to be partying during that time. While they initially gave permission to post, the couple changed their minds due to the timing, leading to the "Photogate" situation being resolved as a simple misunderstanding, not a feud.
 
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Has Prince Harry ever had a DNA test done?

No, Prince Harry has not publicly taken a DNA test to confirm his paternity, and recent viral videos claiming otherwise are fake, often AI-generated, and debunked by fact-checkers. Rumors about his parentage, specifically questioning if King Charles is his father, stem from speculation about his ginger hair and Princess Diana's past relationship with James Hewitt, but these rumors are unsubstantiated, and Hewitt himself denied being the father.
 
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Which royal refused to go to Diana's funeral?

Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh (then Countess of Wessex), did not attend Princess Diana's funeral in 1997 because her strong resemblance to Diana would have been too upsetting for the crowds, a thoughtful decision fully supported by the Royal Family at the time, according to royal biographers.
 
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What does Prince George call Camilla?

Prince George and his siblings call Queen Camilla "GaGa," a sweet, informal nickname that she encourages and that she uses with her own grandchildren, though it's not as widely publicized as their "Grandpa Wales" for King Charles. 
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Do Kate and William sleep in separate beds?

Yes, Prince William and Kate Middleton sometimes sleep in separate beds due to practical reasons like limited space on the royal train, but at home, they share a bed, often with their dog, Orla, for a cozy, family-oriented arrangement, reflecting modern preferences rather than strict royal tradition.
 
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What were the four words Princess Diana said before she died?

Princess Diana's reported last words, according to the firefighter who treated her, were, "My God, what's happened?". These words conveyed confusion and pain after the 1997 Paris car crash, as she struggled to breathe and was treated at the scene before being taken to the hospital where she later died from her injuries. 
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Has William ever met Lilibet?

It's widely reported that Prince William has likely not had significant or meaningful meetings with his niece, Princess Lilibet, despite her visits to the UK, with most interactions limited to brief, polite exchanges or gifts, highlighting the ongoing rift between the Waleses and Sussexes, with reports suggesting William and Kate have virtually no relationship with Lilibet and Archie.
 
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Does Prince William call his wife Kate or Catherine?

Also technically correct: Princess William of Wales. Prince William and the palace regularly reference her as Catherine in statements and formal communications, though the public and press colloquially call her Kate, as do some of her own friends.
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When did Meghan lose her baby?

Meghan Markle had a miscarriage in July 2020, a deeply personal loss she revealed publicly in a poignant New York Times opinion piece published in November of that year, where she described the "almost unbearable grief" and the moment she felt the sharp cramp while changing her son Archie's diaper.
 
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What is the 5am rule for Meghan Markle?

Meghan Markle's "5 a.m. rule" refers to reports from 2018 that she wakes extremely early to work, often sending emails to staff to shape her royal role and causes, a disciplined routine involving yoga, herbal tea, and healthy eating, which some found ambitious but others considered overbearing for palace staff used to different schedules. She uses the time before her children wake for focused work, including planning and communication, setting a highly energetic tone for her day. 
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What is the diagnosis of Prince Harry's son?

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Who is the least popular royal?

At the bottom was Meghan Markle, ranked at 19 percent in popularity. The poll reveals that 66 percent of Britons view her in a negative light. Andrew Mountbatten Windsor came in at 6 percent after he was found to have a friendship with Jeffrey Epstein. He is negatively ranked at 90 percent.
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Who is the prettiest princess of all time?

Her Royal Highness Princess Fawzia Fouad, sister of His Majesty King Farouk I, Empress of Iran from 1941 to 1948, she was known as the most beautiful princesses in the world during the royal era.
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What is the royal bedtime rule?

Royal family members aren't strictly "allowed" to sleep at certain times, but there's a strong custom that they wait for the monarch (historically the Queen) to retire for the night before going to bed themselves, as it's considered bad form to leave before her. This tradition, noted by former private secretaries, made for long evenings for some, like Princess Diana, who reportedly struggled to stay up late enough. While not a hard rule, it's a significant piece of etiquette when staying at royal residences.
 
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