The Untold Story of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Controversial Australia Tour

Back in October 2018, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle embarked on a royal tour of Australia, Fiji, Tonga, and New Zealand. While the newlyweds were met with enthusiastic crowds during their public appearances, a different narrative was unfolding behind the scenes, as revealed in Valentine Low’s 2022 book, Courtiers: The Hidden Power Behind the Crown.

According to Low, Meghan Markle struggled to grasp the purpose of the numerous walkabouts and interactions with well-wishers. One unnamed aide disclosed that the duchess expressed frustration, stating, “I can’t believe I’m not getting paid for this,” during one of the engagements.

Markle’s alleged disdain for the public appearances was further highlighted when she reportedly made disparaging remarks about the fans gathered outside the Sydney Opera House. She questioned the significance of their presence, deeming it “silly,” until she was reminded by a staff member that the crowd was there to show their admiration and support for the monarchy and the British royal family, which she represented.

While the official narrative of the tour portrayed a picture-perfect image of the royal couple’s interactions with the public, Low’s revelations shed light on the challenges and frustrations that Markle experienced during the trip.

It is important to note that these claims have not been independently verified, and representatives for Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have not publicly commented on the allegations made in Low’s book.