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Royal Expert Clarifies Queen Elizabeth II's 'Anger' Over Lilibet's Name


Author Robert Hardman is clarifying a claim that Queen Elizabeth II didn’t approve Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to name their daughter Lilibet

Author Robert Hardman is clarifying a claim made in his new book that Queen Elizabeth II didn’t give Prince Harry and Meghan Markle her blessing to name their daughter Lilibet. Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty ImagesUpon announcing Lilibet’s birth in June 2021, Harry and Meghan noted via their Archewell website that their daughter’s name is a nod to Elizabeth’s “family nickname.” Prince Harry’s bond with Queen Elizabeth II has remained strong through the years, despite his decision to step away from his senior position within the royal family along with his wife, Meghan Markle.

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