A German magazine has boldly confronted the swirling rumors surrounding Meghan Markle and the births of her children, Archie and Lilibet.
Allegations have surfaced suggesting that Meghan may not have carried the children herself but instead hired a surrogate. Since her marriage to Prince Harry on May 19, 2018, Meghan has found herself at the center of various controversies, with her relationship with the royal family often described as tumultuous. Accusations of bullying palace staff and tensions with royal relatives have dominated much of the public discourse surrounding her. However, the latest rumors questioning her motherhood have eclipsed all previous controversies.
These provocative claims exploded into the public consciousness when the German publication Die Welt dedicated a sensational article to the topic in its September 28, 2024, issue. The headline provocatively asked, "Did a Surrogate Mother Carry Archie and Lilibet?" What followed was an intricate web of speculation, fueled not only by media outlets but also by startling claims from Meghan’s own family. Thomas Markle Jr., Meghan’s half-brother, intensified the controversy when he claimed in an interview that Meghan’s ex-husband, Trevor Engelson, had told him that Meghan had undergone a hysterectomy years ago. “All I can say is that her ex-husband confirmed she had a hysterectomy,” he stated, igniting a public frenzy. If true, such a procedure would render her incapable of carrying children, adding weight to the allegations that a surrogate may have been involved in the births of Archie and Lilibet.
As the speculation gained momentum, royal enthusiasts began scrutinizing Meghan’s public appearances during her pregnancies. Some suggested that her baby bump appeared suspiciously artificial, with rumors circulating that she may have worn a foam prosthetic to simulate pregnancy. This heightened level of scrutiny, paired with bombshell statements from Meghan’s family, has created a perfect storm of doubt surrounding her narrative.
The royal family has a history of leveraging personal challenges to promote charitable causes. For instance, Princess Eugenie advocates for scoliosis charities after undergoing surgery for the condition. Sophie, Countess of Wessex, supports air ambulance services following her near-death experience with a ruptured ectopic pregnancy. Likewise, Catherine, Princess of Wales, champions early childhood interventions partly due to her own struggles with bullying. Had Meghan been transparent about potential fertility issues, the public might have responded with empathy and understanding. Instead, the convoluted stories surrounding the births of her children have caused a schism, with many now viewing her narrative as implausible.
Some rumors suggest that Meghan's desire to have her children recognized in the line of royal succession overshadowed the need for transparency. By asserting that Archie and Lilibet were born from her body, Meghan secured their positions in the royal lineage. However, critics argue that this story may be built on shaky ground. Hysterectomies typically lead to significant fertility complications, which raises further questions about the authenticity of Meghan's claims.
The stakes are undeniably high for Meghan and Harry. If it were revealed that the children were not biologically theirs, it could jeopardize their standing within the royal family and potentially strip Archie and Lilibet of their titles. This could explain why maintaining the current narrative might seem more critical to them than embracing the truth. Some observers suggest that Meghan is playing a dangerous game, seemingly more focused on securing royal recognition than being forthcoming about her circumstances. There are even dark whispers that she and Harry believe they are just "one plane crash away" from being closer to the throne.
Adding to the drama, Meghan and Harry have consistently painted the British press as the villains in their public battles. However, they may need to shift their focus to international media, which has been eager to dissect their lives and controversies. Unlike the British press, foreign outlets are not subject to the same constraints and have taken the opportunity to amplify the ongoing speculation about the legitimacy of Archie and Lilibet’s births. This situation shows no sign of quieting down, as global media continues to probe the truth behind these sensational claims.
