Royal Scuffle: Camilla's Coronation Choice Ignites Bette-Barbra Feud
Queen Camilla has intensified the long-standing rivalry between Bette Midler and Barbra Streisand by inviting The Divine Miss M to perform at King Charles' coronation while deliberately excluding the Funny Girl, according to Globe. The royal slight stems from 75-year-old Camilla's intense envy, as Charles, 74, had previously admitted to harboring a long-lasting crush on 81-year-old Barbra.
The decision has added fuel to the fire between Bette, 77, and Barbra, who allegedly began clashing over a discussion about Zionism at a 1978 party in Beverly Hills. Rumor has it that the disagreement even turned physical.
A source close to the two legendary singers shared, "There's no love lost between Bette and Barbra. They've been bad-mouthing and yanking each other's chains for as long as anyone can remember." With Bette now invited to perform at the coronation concert, Barbra is reportedly furious.
According to the insider, Bette is "rubbing it in," which is enough to drive Barbra up a wall. The royal invitation and subsequent exclusion have served to reignite the feud between the two divas, further straining their already tense relationship.
Camilla to the Rescue: Urging King Charles III to Face Coronation Amid Fears of a Breakdown
King Charles III's emotional stability is reportedly on the brink as his coronation approaches, leading insiders to worry that he may experience a meltdown and be unable to attend. The only person capable of saving the day is his resilient wife, Camilla.
According to high-level courtiers, Camilla has long dreamt of becoming queen and will not allow anything or anyone to impede her path. Sources suggest that King Charles is secretly struggling with anxiety as he prepares to fill his late mother Queen Elizabeth's shoes, which could jeopardize the monarchy.
His unease was evident during the royals' Easter service at St. George's Chapel on May 9, where the 74-year-old king appeared visibly anxious. This public display of vulnerability reportedly enraged Camilla.
A royal insider revealed that Camilla was furious after the service and demanded her husband pull himself together. She reminded him that he had waited his entire life to become king and should not ruin the opportunity for both of them.
Palace staff members are concerned about King Charles' apprehension and erratic behavior. His emotional state has been further strained by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's departure from royal duties in 2020, followed by their accusations of racism and cruelty against the royal family in a Netflix documentary series, Harry's memoir "Spare," and TV interviews.
According to the source, King Charles is inherently shy and sensitive, feeling betrayed by his son and daughter-in-law, as well as the perceived efforts to keep him away from his grandchildren, Archie and Lilibet.
As the coronation looms, it appears that only Camilla can ensure it proceeds as planned. The palace source declared, "She's ordered Charles to man up for the sake of the nation — and their marriage."
Camilla managed to get Charles to the altar against all odds, and insiders are confident she will succeed in getting him to his coronation as well.
RadarOnline.com reports that Prince Harry will be present at his father's coronation, while Meghan will remain in California with their children.