In his explosive biography, Tom Bower claims that Victoria Beckham provided Meghan Markle with thousands of pounds worth of clothes and accessories to promote her fashion brand before their relationship soured.
According to Bower, Meghan received a coat, dress, boots, and a handbag valued at £6,000 for the Royal Christmas festivities at Sandringham House. This gesture was reportedly part of a marketing drive for Beckham's fashion line. Bower asserts that the financial benefit of gifting Meghan these branded items was negligible for Beckham. He writes that Victoria agreed to provide these items to Meghan for the Royal Family's traditional Christmas Day parade at Sandringham.
Subsequently, Meghan wore a custom-made Beckham pregnancy outfit and a white coat and dress for a service at Westminster Abbey.
The biography further notes that Victoria Beckham's style attracted other high-profile admirers, including Melania Trump, who wore a Victoria Beckham dress during a presidential visit to London. However, Bower claims that the financial gain from these associations was minimal. He adds that Beckham's only notable success in 2019 was a £1,400 handbag that Meghan had showcased, though he attributes the sales more to Victoria's Instagram video than to Meghan's influence.
Bower's biography suggests that tensions between Meghan and Victoria escalated due to perceived differences in wealth and social status. He writes that in Meghan's celebrity world, ranking depended on wealth and fame. As a seasoned operator, Meghan deluded herself into believing that her status in the Royal Family placed her above Victoria in the social pecking order. Bower claims that Meghan was irritated to discover that the Beckhams had considerably more wealth than she did.
The book also delves into a reported incident involving a leaked story to The Sun newspaper. Bower alleges that Meghan accused Victoria of leaking information about makeup tips that she had shared with the duchess. This accusation, according to Bower, left David Beckham absolutely furious, potentially marking the end of their friendship. While Bower paints a picture of a deteriorating relationship, it's important to note that neither Meghan Markle nor Victoria Beckham has publicly commented on these allegations. OK! Magazine reports that representatives for both parties have been contacted for comment.
The alleged rift appears to have had social repercussions as well. Bower claims that while the Beckhams were invited to Harry and Meghan's wedding in 2018, they weren't included in the more exclusive wedding dinner guest list. Furthermore, the author suggests that the Sussexes were noticeably absent from the guest list of Brooklyn Beckham's wedding last spring, while Prince William and Princess Catherine were invited.
This narrative, whether entirely accurate or not, underscores the complexities of relationships within high-profile circles of celebrities and royalty. The book's portrayal of Meghan and Victoria's relationship highlights the often invisible pressures and expectations that come with fame and status. It also illustrates how misunderstandings and accusations can swiftly lead to public and private fallout, affecting even the most carefully cultivated friendships. As the public awaits official comments from both Meghan and Victoria, Bower's claims continue to stir discussions about the nature of their relationship and the broader implications of wealth, fame, and social hierarchy. The biography serves as a reminder of the often tumultuous intersections of personal and public lives in the world of celebrities and royals.
