On October 12, 2018, the British royal family gathered to celebrate the wedding of Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle. The day was supposed to be all about Eugenie and her new husband. Marking their union in front of friends, family, and the world.
However, reports later emerged that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry made a personal announcement during the wedding festivities. Sharing the news of Meghan’s pregnancy with the family. The revelation reportedly did not sit well with the bride, Princess Eugenie, and her mother, Sarah Ferguson.
Reaction from Princess Eugenie and Her Mother
Princess Eugenie, known for her close relationship with cousin Prince Harry, was reportedly upset by the timing of the announcement. Which many saw as overshadowing her big day.
According to sources, Eugenie had envisioned a wedding where she was the center of attention, only for this moment to be somewhat diminished by the news of Harry and Meghan’s upcoming child. Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, was also reportedly “furious” at the perceived breach of decorum. Feeling that the announcement detracted from her daughter’s special occasion.
Sarah Ferguson’s Social Media Response
In the hours following the announcement, Sarah Ferguson took to social media to share a series of celebratory posts about her daughter’s wedding. In what some saw as a subtle response to Harry and Meghan’s news, she chose to focus exclusively on Eugenie. She shared photos and expressed pride in her daughter. Her posts were notably devoid of any mention of Harry and Meghan’s pregnancy, a move widely interpreted as an expression of her disapproval at the timing of their announcement.
Public Opinion on the Pregnancy Reveal
The announcement’s timing sparked mixed reactions among the public. While many royal fans congratulated the Sussexes on their growing family, some viewed the move as inconsiderate. Social media lit up with criticism from those who felt that Harry and Meghan should have waited to share the news.
