Prince Philip was so upset by the news of Harry and Meghan resigning from their royal duties, that he was seething with anger, it’s being said(Image: Getty Images )The late Prince Philip was reportedly seething with fury, demanding to know “what the hell are they playing at?” upon hearing about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s bombshell decision to step down from their royal duties.
In a move that stunned the world in 2020, Harry and Meghan announced their intention to resign as senior members of the Royal Family and set off to North America in pursuit of “financial independence.”
The Duke of Edinburgh, who died in 2021 after a 74-year marriage with Queen Elizabeth II, allegedly had a fiery reaction to the Sussexes’ unexpected announcement, which caused quite a stir within the monarchy.
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At the age of 98, Philip is said to have been disappointed with their decision.
Harry and Meghan put on happy faces in public, but behind closed doors, they were planning their exit (Image: (Image: Getty))Philip was not happy
A palace insider claimed that Philip was utterly baffled, questioning “what the hell are they playing at?” upon being briefed about the Sussexes’ intentions.
The source added: “To say that the Duke feels let down would be a considerable understatement. He is deeply hurt. But he was spitting blood when aides informed him what had happened.”
Meghan and Harry’s Instagram announcement read: “After many months of reflection and internal discussions, we have chosen to make a transition this year in starting to carve out a progressive new role within this institution.
“We intend to step back as ‘senior’ members of the Royal Family and work to become financially independent, while continuing to fully support Her Majesty The Queen.
“It is with your encouragement, particularly over the last few years, that we feel prepared to make this adjustment. We now plan to balance our time between the United Kingdom and North America, continuing to honor our duty to the Queen, the Commonwealth and our patronages.
“This geographic balance will enable us to raise our son with an appreciation for the royal tradition into which he was born, while also providing our family with the space to focus on the next chapter, including the launch of our new charitable entity.
“We look forward to sharing the full details of this exciting next step in due course, as we continue to collaborate with Her Majesty The Queen, the Prince of Wales, the Duke of Cambridge and all relevant parties. Until then, please accept our deepest thanks for your continued support.”