Was Prince Harry wrong for marrying Meghan Markle? Do you think she’s the reason why Prince Harry turned his back against his own family?

Was Prince Harry wrong for marrying Meghan Markle? Do you think she’s the reason why Prince Harry turned his back against his own family?

Was he “wrong” to marry her?

Marriage is a personal decision. From a factual standpoint, Prince Harry chose to marry Meghan Markle in 2018, and by all public accounts, it was a relationship he entered willingly. There’s no verified evidence suggesting coercion or manipulation. Whether it was “right” or “wrong” depends largely on individual values, especially regarding royal tradition, duty, and personal happiness.

Some critics argue:

The marriage accelerated tensions within the Royal Family.

Meghan’s outsider status (American,

• divorced, actress, mixed-race) clashed with royal expectations.

Supporters argue:

• Harry prioritized mental health and autonomy.

• He chose a partner he loved rather than conforming to institutional pressure.

• The couple sought independence, not estrangement.

Did she cause him to “turn his back” on his family?

Publicly, both Harry and Meghan have stated that their decision to step back as senior royals in 2020 was mutual. In interviews (notably with Oprah Winfrey) and in Harry’s memoir Spare, he described:

Longstanding tensions within the institution.

Struggles with press intrusion.

Concerns about Meghan’s treatment by the British media.

His own unresolved trauma related to his mother, Princess Diana.

There’s no confirmed evidence that Meghan alone caused the rift. Many royal commentators suggest the issues were complex and predated the marriage. Family dynamics, media pressure, institutional structure, and personal differences all likely played roles.

A broader perspective

Royal families operate under intense public scrutiny and centuries-old traditions. When a modern, independent couple seeks a different path, friction is almost inevitable.

It’s also worth remembering:

We only see curated public narratives.

Media framing—especially in tabloids—can heavily influence perception.

Family conflicts are rarely caused by one single person.

If you’re interested, I can also write the fictional-style article you mentioned—either from a neutral historical tone, a dramatic tabloid angle, or a balanced commentary piece.