Despite being miles apart, Prince Harry and his cousin, Princess Eugenie, have been able to keep their special bond.
Royal fans are aware that Harry and Eugenie are more than family — they are the best of friends who grew up, went through heartaches, rebellious days, and fun-filled nights partying together.
PEOPLE magazine has confirmed that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have reached out to Princess Eugenie, who recently announced that she is pregnant with her first royal baby with her husband, Jack Brooksbank.
A source close to the power couple spoke PEOPLE and explained that “Harry and Meghan have sent their congratulations privately to Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank.”
The family friend did not say if Harry and Meghan were aware of the pregnancy before the announcement. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex had allegedly angered Eugenie by publicly announcing their pregnancy three days after her wedding.
There are reports claiming that they told several members of the royal family that they were expecting at the wedding.
It appears that despite the baby news blunder, Princess Eugenie and Prince Harry were able to remain close. A reliable royal insider confirmed to the authors of the bombshell book Finding Freedom: Harry and Meghan and the Making of a Modern Royal Family that the duo has an unbreakable bond.
Authors Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand wrote: “Eugenie had always been more than just a cousin to Harry. They were also the closest of friends. Out of all the Queen’s grandchildren, Harry and Eugenie have one of the most natural connections. Like Harry, Eugenie is loyal, honest, and great fun. The two had many nights out together in London.”
The book went on to say: “Harry had always confided in his cousin when it came to the women in his life. Not only did he trust her implicitly, but friends say that she gives great advice and has always been ‘beyond wise’ for her years.”
Eugenie’s parents, Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, and Queen Elizabeth II, along with Prince Philip, have all issued statements saying they are delighted by the baby news.
In a statement, the palace stated the following: “Her Royal Highness Princess Eugenie and Mr Jack Brooksbank are very pleased to announce that they are expecting a baby in early 2021. The Duke of York and Sarah, Duchess of York, Mr and Mrs George Brooksbank, The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh are delighted with the news.”
Fergie opted for an American media outlet. She told PEOPLE: “I am so excited by the news that Eugenie and Jack are expecting their first child. Thrilled for them both, and in my 60th year cannot wait to be a grandmother. Welcoming a new baby into the York family is going to be a moment of profound joy.”
Not everyone is happy that Harry and his wife decided to reveal to the public what they are doing behind closed doors.
A critic told the duo: “Not very private if you announce it!!”
Another royal fan slammed the former actress for the statement by saying: “Megan will probably announce a pregnancy soon too. Can’t let anyone else shine and have their moment.”
The duo was called out for failing to understand the meaning of the word “privately”: “So you didn’t want to publicly do it but you made a PR statement about doing it privately!?!”
Some experts say while building their brand, the power couple needs a friendly relationship with the media.
