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Queen Camilla Set to Star as Prince Harry’s “Wicked Stepmother” in Explosive New Documentary

2024-09-29

In a highly controversial new documentary slated for release on Channel 4, Queen Camilla is poised to take center stage as Prince Harry’s “wicked stepmother.” Recent reports indicate that the documentary, originally facing delays due to King Charles's recent cancer diagnosis, is expected to stir significant controversy among the royal watchers and the public alike.

The documentary is believed to portray Camilla as a master of public relations, who has meticulously shaped her media image over the past three decades. Sources suggest that it aims to present a narrative that positions Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as victims of the royal family’s purported cruelty, potentially creating a rift within the already strained relationships at Buckingham Palace.

A source close to the documentary shared with The Sun, "This is decidedly pro-Harry and anti-Camilla. It's going to create serious waves — Channel 4 is well aware of its likely backlash. Many viewers, especially those connected to the royal family, will find it hard to stomach."

Tentatively titled "Camilla: Harry’s ‘Wicked’ Stepmother?”, the documentary will air in the coming weeks and is expected to include controversial claims. One key point that has surfaced is the insinuation that the late Queen Elizabeth II never wished for Camilla to ascend as Queen Consort, which could fuel further speculation about Camilla’s role within the royal family.

Producers have reportedly reached out to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in California, hoping for their participation. However, a representative from their Archewell foundation clarified, “Neither the Duke nor Duchess, nor their team, participated in the making of this documentary. We assume it will reflect that in the show.”

A spokesperson for Channel 4 commented that the documentary will delve into Camilla's biography and background, giving viewers an inside look at her life before and during her marriage to King Charles III.

The narrative finds additional depth through leaked excerpts from Harry’s memoir "Spare," where he recounts emotional pleas to his father not to marry Camilla. He describes how both he and Prince William struggled with their father's second marriage after losing their mother, Princess Diana, yet expressed willingness to embrace Camilla as a family member.

Adding to the drama, Harry has claimed that Camilla leaked sensitive details to the press and described their initial meeting as a nerve-wracking experience. He likened it to awaiting an injection, noting her seemingly disinterested demeanor during their conversation about horses and cynically reflecting whether she would become his “wicked stepmother.”

As the release date approaches, royal enthusiasts and critics alike are left to wonder just how this documentary will reshape public perceptions of one of Britain’s most scrutinized figures. Will it pull back the curtain on royal family dynamics, or simply exacerbate existing tensions? Stay tuned!