Prince William had an unexpected reaction when Prince Harry first introduced Meghan to him. The once close siblings are now estranged, with tensions escalating after Harry and Meghan’s decision to step back from royal duties. Initially, Harry was excited to share his relationship news with William and Kate, as they were all on good terms at the time.

Harry and Meghan’s relationship began in July 2016 through a blind date arranged by a mutual friend in London. Despite managing to keep their romance under wraps, news of their relationship became public in October 2016, with Harry confirming it shortly after.

According to royal editor Russell Myers, William’s initial response to hearing about Harry and Meghan’s relationship was quite surprising. In his recent biography, “William and Catherine: The Intimate Inside Story,” Myers delves into the couple’s private life, shedding light on their introduction to Meghan.

There have been conflicting accounts regarding Meghan’s first encounters with William and Kate. While Harry initially mentioned a positive reception from the royal couple, Meghan later described their first meeting as uncomfortable in a Netflix series. Harry also recounted a dinner where Meghan and Kate seemed to have differences in their attire and interactions, hinting at early tensions between the women.

In an ITV interview, Harry admitted that William and Kate didn’t warm up to Meghan from the start, citing various reasons for their strained relationship. He acknowledged stereotypes and preconceptions about Meghan’s background and career that may have influenced the initial dynamics within the family.

This insight into the early interactions between Meghan and the royal family offers a glimpse into the complexities and challenges faced by the couple as they navigated their relationship within the royal spotlight.