Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly suffered consecutive setbacks in recent weeks, prompting a resolute response from the Duke of Sussex. King Charles recently reiterated the couple's status as "private citizens", while the Diana Award foundation seemingly cancelled a high-profile gala dinner just two weeks prior, an event the Sussexes were expected to attend.
Sources suggest the decision was influenced by Prince William to avoid further friction, leading the charity to adopt a diplomatic stance. However, Prince Harry remains determined to reclaim a pivotal piece of history: Princess Diana's legendary "revenge dress" - which is reportedly heading to auction - so that Meghan can carry its legacy forward.
"Harry sees that dress as a symbol of his mother taking back her power," a source told Rob Shuter. "Diana wore it to clap back at Charles, Camilla and an institution that had made her miserable. In Harry's mind, Meghan understands that story better than almost anyone."
Insiders add that Harry is eager to prevent the garment from vanishing into a private collector's wardrobe, believing that owning or wearing the dress would serve as a powerful testament: Diana survived the system, Meghan survived the system, and neither woman allowed the Palace to dictate her narrative.