In a recent development that has sparked widespread debate, Piers Morgan publicly named King Charles III and Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, as the senior royal family members mentioned in Omid Scobie's book "Endgame." These revelations, according to Morgan, were originally detailed in the Dutch version of the book, leading to its withdrawal from the shelves on November 28.
Morgan, known for his outspoken criticism of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, made this announcement on his TalkTV show "Piers Morgan Uncensored." He argued that the British public, who financially support the royal family, has a right to know the identities of the royals involved in the alleged racial remarks concerning the complexion of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's son, Prince Archie.
Morgan emphasized the importance of transparency in this matter, stating, "I'm going to tell you the names of the two senior royals who are named in that Dutch version of the book because, frankly, if Dutch people wandering into a bookshop can pick it up and see these names, then you, British people, here — who actually pay for the British royal family — you're entitled to know, too."
He further added that revealing these names is essential for a more open debate about the issue and to determine if there was any racial intent behind the remarks. Morgan expressed skepticism over the claims of racism within the royal family and called for evidence to substantiate such serious accusations.
The controversy first arose following Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey in March 2021. The couple alleged that there were concerns and conversations within the royal family about their son's skin color before his birth. They did not, however, disclose the identities of the family members involved, citing potential reputational damage.
Christopher Andersen, another royal author, had previously hinted at a similar narrative in his 2021 book "Brothers And Wives: Inside The Private Lives of William, Kate, Harry and Meghan." He recounted an incident where King Charles III, then Prince Charles, inquired about the potential complexion of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's children. Andersen described the conversation as innocuous curiosity between grandparents but noted that it was interpreted differently within the palace.
The release of Scobie's "Endgame" and Morgan's subsequent revelation have reignited discussions around race and the royal family. As of now, Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace have not commented on Morgan's disclosure. Meanwhile, Morgan has defended his decision to reveal the names, questioning why the British media hasn't done the same and highlighting the need for transparency about the royal family among the British populace.