Prince William was 'sick with worry' before controversial Harry and Meghan move
Christopher Andersen’s latest book has just come out (Image: Getty)Prince William was reportedly under intense emotional strain in the days leading up to the Oprah Winfrey interview with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle that took place back in 2021 and sent shockwaves through the Royal Family. According to royal author and biographer Christopher Andersen, the Prince of Wales was “literally sick with worry” ahead of the interview, which featured his brother and sister-in-law speaking candidly about their experiences inside the monarchy.In his latest book that came out on Tuesday, Kate! The Courage, Grace and Power of the Woman Who Will Be Queen, Andersen claims that William’s stress became so severe that it affected him physically. He claimed that the Princess of Wales “could hear her husband retching in the bathroom” during an entire week before the interview was out, and that he was "too distracted to think of food."The couple decided to step back as senior members of the royal family in 2020 (Image: Getty)The brand new book sheds fresh light on Catherine, Princess of Wales, offering a detailed look at her journey from an ordinary upbringing to becoming one of the most influential figures in the modern monarchy.The description of the book reads: "The definitive portrait of Kate Middleton, the beloved and private Princess of Wales, tracing her stunning rise from working-class roots to queen-in-waiting, from #1 New York Times bestselling royal biographer Christopher Andersen."It adds: "In this illuminating portrait, master biographer Christopher Andersen chronicles Kate’s life, beginning with her humble upbringing; her off-again, on-again love story with William that catapulted her to global fame; and the 2011 “Wedding of the Century.” Throughout their marriage, Kate has proven that she is more than just a prince’s wife—she is a leader in humanitarian work, the devoted mother of three children in the media spotlight, an unparalleled fashion icon, and the universally adored face of Britain’s monarchy."Yet her story is more complex than the public knows. With startling new details from his inside sources, Andersen reveals the full picture: including Kate’s fight to repair William and Harry’s rift, the disintegration of her relationship with Meghan, her work to refute charges of racism levelled at the monarchy, and her bravery in the face of cancer—her diagnosis and treatment, and the bizarre theories that swirled around her public disappearance."The buildup to the 2021 interview was marked by uncertainty within the palace, as senior royals reportedly had no clear idea of what revelations might emerge during the high-profile sit-down with Oprah Winfrey.When the interview aired, it delivered a series of explosive claims. One of the most serious allegations centred on concerns raised within royal circles about the skin tone of the couple’s unborn child. It added a new layer of controversy to an already deeply personal and public rift.The fallout prompted an unusual public response from Buckingham Palace during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.At the time, a short statement was issued by the palace on behalf of the Queen: "The whole family is saddened to learn the full extent of how challenging the last few years have been for Harry and Meghan. The issues raised, particularly those related to race, are concerning. While some recollections may vary, they are taken very seriously and will be addressed privately by the family. Harry, Meghan and Archie will always be much-loved family members.”The interview marked a turning point for the Sussexes, who had stepped back from royal duties in 2020 and relocated to California, United States. It also deepened the divide within the Royal Family, a rift that, according to Andersen, weighed heavily on William long before the world heard the couple’s story.Kensington Palace has been contacted for comment.
