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Meghan’s Outburst in Queen’s Will: Edward Refused Royal Title for Sophie

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Meghan’s Outburst in Queen’s Will: Edward Refused Royal Title for Sophie

In a surprising turn of events, has reportedly expressed her dissatisfaction with II's will.

It has been revealed that the Queen had initially intended to appoint Sophie Wessex, wife of , with the royal title that was later bestowed upon .

However, Edward stepped in and refused the offer, leading to the eventual bestowal of the title on the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

Edward, the Queen's youngest son, and his wife Sophie shared a close bond with Her Majesty prior to her passing on September 8th.

The couple, who got married in 1999, were announced as the Earl and Countess of Wessex before their wedding, a title that surprised the public as it differed from the traditional Duke title given to Edward's elder brothers.

This decision was made at Edward's request.

According to The Mirror, the Queen had initially offered Edward the title of Duke of Cambridge and Sophie the title of Duchess of Cambridge.

However, Edward declined this offer, resulting in the titles eventually being given to Prince William and Kate Middleton upon their marriage in 2011.

The publication further reports that Edward chose to be named after a character called Lord Wessex from his favorite film, Shakespeare in Love.

He liked the sound of the name and requested the Queen's permission to have it instead.

It was previously announced that Edward would become the Duke of Edinburgh upon the death of his father and the accession of his elder brother.

However, recent reports suggest that this plan may now be in question.

With the title of Duke of Edinburgh being given to following the death of , it is now available to be bestowed upon another member of the royal family.

The final decision lies with the monarch.

recently spoke out about the overwhelming emotions experienced by the royal family after the death of II.

In a statement, he expressed gratitude for the nation's outpouring of support during this difficult time.

The Countess of Wessex, Sophie, also played her part in bringing joy to well-wishers outside Buckingham Palace.

She delighted children, including a baby, and received warm applause from royal fans.

During their interactions with mourners, Prince Edward and Sophie expressed their condolences and listened attentively to their stories.

The couple shook hands with dozens of people outside the palace gates, with Sophie receiving bouquets and even a stuffed toy.

Edward, however, apologized for not being able to shake everyone's hand, as he wanted to ensure he could speak to as many people as possible.

The countess took a moment to admire a young girl's T-shirt, which featured photos of the Queen throughout her reign.

Sophie also collected armfuls of flowers, including sunflowers and roses, and graciously accepted paper tributes to the late monarch.

The couple then made their way to Green Park, where they met members of the public who had gathered behind barriers.

In an emotional statement released just hours before attending a vigil with his siblings, III, the Duke of York, and the Princess Royal, Edward reflected on the unique experience of growing up as a member of the royal family.

He acknowledged the shared responsibility of “sharing our parents, especially our beloved Mama, with the nation, her realms, and the Commonwealth.”

The Queen's will continues to be a topic of intrigue and discussion, with 's outburst adding another layer of complexity to the story.

As the royal family navigates this challenging period, the nation remains captivated by the dynamics and decisions within the monarchy.

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