Netflix's highly anticipated docuseries, 'Harry & Meghan,' has finally made its debut, offering an intimate look into the lives of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and their controversial decision to distance themselves from the Royal Family and relocate to California.
In a poignant moment during the first episode, Prince Harry draws parallels between Meghan Markle and his late mother, Princess Diana. "A lot of who Meghan is and how she is, she's very similar to my mother," Harry shares, emphasizing the shared qualities of compassion, empathy, trust, and warmth that both women possess.
Expressing his deep concern for Meghan's safety, Harry voices fears that she might face a fate similar to his mother, who tragically died in a car accident while being pursued by paparazzi. "I was terrified of her being chased away by the media," Harry admits.
This is not the first time Harry has voiced such apprehensions. Meghan had previously drawn similar parallels in the AppleTV+ series, 'The Me You Can't See,' where Harry reflected on the repetition of history. "History was repeating itself," he noted, highlighting the media scrutiny that led to his mother's untimely demise.
Discussing the potential dangers Meghan faces, Harry adds, "If you want to talk about history repeating itself, they're not going to stop until [Meghan] dies. It's incredibly triggering to potentially lose another woman in my life, but the list keeps growing. And it all comes back to the same people, the same business model, to the same industry," he concludes.
Another unsettling parallel emerges regarding the emotional struggles faced by both Diana and Meghan within the confines of royal life. Diana, as documented in Andrew Morton's book, 'Diana: Her True Story-in Her Own Words,' attempted suicide on multiple occasions due to the restrictions of royal life. Similarly, Meghan has candidly shared her own battle with suicidal thoughts during her time as a royal.
While both women faced different challenges, the resonance of their experiences underscores the profound impact of royal life on mental health. The 'Harry & Meghan' docuseries provides a platform for the couple to share their perspectives on these deeply personal and often challenging aspects of their lives.
