Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York and Prince Andrew's former wife, has finally broken her years-long silence on a shocking allegation that has stunned the royal family: claims that Meghan Markle and Prince Andrew had a secret affair before Meghan married Prince Harry. In a rare and emotional interview with The Sun, Ferguson revealed details that have left Prince Harry "devastated" and intensified the ongoing turmoil within the Windsors.
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Ferguson stated, "I know things that no one should have to know. Meghan and Andrew were close in ways that were inappropriate, and it happened before Harry even met her." She alleged that the two had multiple private meetings between 2014 and 2015, including a controversial dinner at Andrew's London residence that was never disclosed to the royal family. Ferguson claimed she discovered evidence of their connection through palace staff who witnessed the encounters, though she refused to name specific sources.
The revelation has sent shockwaves through the royal family, with Prince Harry reportedly "shattered" by the news. Sources close to the Duke say he is "struggling to process" the allegation and has questioned whether Meghan "betrayed him before they even met." Some insiders claim Harry is "considering distancing himself from Meghan" as he grapples with the potential truth of the affair, though no official decision has been made.
Prince Andrew has denied the allegations, issuing a statement that called the claims "completely false and malicious." However, Ferguson's credibility as Andrew's ex-wife and longtime palace insider has given her statements significant weight. Royal commentators have noted that this is the first time a senior royal has publicly addressed the affair allegation, calling it "a major escalation" of the scandal.
Meghan's team has not issued an official response, but sources close to the Duchess claim the allegations are "fabricated and designed to damage her reputation." They argue that Ferguson's claims are part of a "coordinated attack" on the Sussexes, though the timing of the interview—just weeks after Andrew's legal troubles—has raised questions about potential motives.
The scandal has reignited debates about Meghan's past relationships and whether she has been misleading the public about her history. Critics argue that if Ferguson's claims are true, it represents a massive betrayal that undermines Meghan's entire narrative. Supporters say the allegations are "fake gossip" designed to damage her reputation.
Whether Ferguson's revelation is true or not, it has already caused a major media storm and added another layer of controversy to the Sussexes' turbulent relationship with the British royal family. Fans are now watching closely to see if Meghan will address the affair allegations directly—or let this scandal continue to dominate royal headlines. Harry's devastation has underscored the emotional toll of the scandal, leaving the royal family in unprecedented crisis.