DID MEGHAN BELIEVE SHE WAS MEANT FOR THE TOP JOB?

New claims about Meghan Markle’s reported ambitions have reignited debate over her relationship with the monarchy — and with Princess Catherine

Fresh royal speculation is once again swirling around Meghan Markle after a new wave of commentary reignited debate over her ambitions inside the monarchy — and her long-rumored relationship with Catherine, Princess of Wales.

The latest discussion follows claims raised in recent reporting and commentary suggesting Meghan may have once felt deeply frustrated by her place within the royal hierarchy after marrying Prince Harry.

Some commentators have gone as far as claiming Meghan believed she was destined for a larger role within the institution — though those claims remain heavily disputed and unconfirmed.

The discussion has been fueled largely by renewed attention around royal author Tom Bower’s recent writing, alongside commentary from several royal observers who continue to debate the dynamics between London and Montecito.

Supporters of Meghan argue much of the narrative is exaggerated and unfairly built around speculation.

Critics say it reflects tensions that have been visible since the early days of Harry and Meghan’s royal life.

At the center of the latest headlines is the suggestion that Meghan felt she entered the monarchy with expectations of influence, purpose, and change — only to find herself in a structure far more rigid and traditional than expected.

At the same time, the story has reopened discussion around Meghan’s relationship with Catherine.

Over the years, reports of rivalry between the two women have regularly made headlines, though neither has publicly confirmed many of the claims written about them.

Some royal insiders have suggested there was tension from the beginning, while others insist the narrative has been amplified far beyond reality.

Meanwhile, a different picture has also emerged in 2026.

Recent reports suggest Catherine — following her recovery and return to public life — has been focused on peace, family, and reducing conflict where possible inside the Royal Family.

At the same time, Meghan’s attention appears increasingly centered on her independent ventures in California, including media projects, philanthropy, and her lifestyle brand.

That contrast has left many royal watchers divided over what the Sussexes’ future relationship with the monarchy may actually look like.

For some, the latest claims are simply another chapter in a years-long media battle surrounding Harry and Meghan.

For others, they point to unresolved questions about ambition, identity, and what Meghan hoped royal life might become when she first entered it.

What remains clear is that the conversation around Meghan, Catherine, and the future of the monarchy continues to fascinate royal fans on both sides of the Atlantic.

And as fresh reports continue to surface, many are still asking:

Was there ever truly a rivalry behind palace doors… or has the story become something much bigger than the people at the center of it?