That statement directly contradicts claims that Meghan was blocked after demanding stage time or exclusive access. No official source has confirmed such demands, and the Sussexes’ representative said the couple was never on the guest list.
Royal commentator Tom Sykes claimed William did not want Diana’s legacy used as a UK “relaunch pad” for Meghan. Those remarks were attributed to commentary and reporting rather than a statement from William, the Palace, or the Diana Award.