Meghan Markle’s former friend slams Sussexes over Coronation decision

Lizzie Cundy believes Meghan Markle and Prince Harry should “hang their head in shame” following news she will not be attending King Charles’ Coronation on May 6.

Earlier this week, Buckingham Palace announced that Prince Harry would be representing the Sussexes at the Coronation without Meghan by his side.

Rather than attend the Coronation, Markle will remain in Montecito, California with the two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lillibet. According to Omid Scoobie, Archie’s birthday, which falls on the same day as the Coronation, played a part in the final decision.

Even with Markle set to remain in the United States, reports suggest Harry should expect a frosty reception when he meets with his family.

Cundy brands the decision “selfish”

Cundy and Markle first met back in 2013 when the two sat next to one another at a charity event.

At that time, Meghan was reportedly looking to land a role on ‘Made in Chelsea’ and be setup with footballer Ashley Cole.

Cundy claims Markle cut ties with her once she met Harry, and she didn’t hold back in criticizing her former friend and husband over their Coronation decision.

“I think the two of them are utterly selfish,” Cundy told the Mirror. “I find it really sad not just for Lilibet and Archie who are going to miss out on the biggest monumental day but for King Charles who yet again won’t see his grandchildren and they won’t be able to enjoy this special day with him.

“I really do think they should hang their heads in shame, I do believe Archie and Lilibet when they grow up will say ‘Mummy and daddy, why did you stop us going?’”

Cundy speculates on reason behind Meghan’s decision

Cundy added that she believes Markle is avoiding the Coronation because she doesn’t want to be booed, before once again stating that Lilibet and Archie will question the decision when they are older.

“I think Meghan is not coming to the Coronation because she knows she’s going to get booed but she’s putting her own feelings and worries about being booed before her children,” said Cundy.

“I think it’s a travesty that Lilibet and Archie are not going to be at their grandfather’s Coronation.

“What will Harry and Meghan say to them when they’re older? When they say ‘Why weren’t we there at the most historical moment in British history? Why weren’t we on that balcony?’

“What will Meghan answer? ‘I knew I was going to get booed so I didn’t want to go.’”