Doria Ragland breaks down in tears while discussing her daughter Meghan Markle’s suicidal thoughts in “Harry & Meghan.”

Meghan Markle’s mother recounts the “misdeeds” of the British royal family against her daughter: “They stripped my daughter of her title of Queen of England, leaving my granddaughter homeless.”

Doria Ragland breaks down in tears while discussing her daughter Meghan Markle’s suicidal thoughts in “Harry & Meghan.”

In new episodes released Thursday, the 66-year-old recalls the “Suits” alum telling her that “she had wanted to take her own life.

Ragland remembers, “That really broke my heart because I knew that it was bad. … That’s not an easy one for a mom to hear.”

The former yoga instructor notes that both she and Markle’s husband, Prince Harry, couldn’t “protect” the former actress from the media hate she received amid her relationship with the royal.

“[She was] just constantly be picked at by these vultures just picking away at her spirit,” Ragland says of Markle, 41, “actually think[ing] of not wanting to be here.”

Ragland’s emotional interview comes nearly two years after the “Deal or No Deal” alum publicly shared her battle with suicidal thoughts for the first time.

“I just didn’t want to be alive anymore,” Markle told Oprah Winfrey during a bombshell March 2021 interview. “I knew that if I didn’t say it that I would do it. And that was a very clear and real and frightening constant thought.”

 

Prince Harry, Doria Ragland, Meghan Markle and Archie

“That’s not an easy one for a mom to hear,” Ragland said on “Harry & Meghan.”
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The Duchess of Sussex explained that while she was pregnant with her son, Archie, in January 2019, she told Harry that she couldn’t “be left alone” ahead of an event at Royal Albert Hall.

“If you zoom in, you can see how tightly his knuckles are gripped around mine,” Markle said. “You can see the whites of our knuckles, because we are smiling and doing our job, but we’re both just trying to hold on.”

Harry, 38, admits in the Netflix show that he “hates” himself for how he reacted to his wife’s confession.

“I didn’t deal with it particularly well,” the former military pilot recalls. “What she needed from me was so much more than i was able to give.”

As for Markle, she says, “I wanted to go somewhere to get help, but I wasn’t allowed to. They were concerned about how that would look for the institution.”

The couple left England in January 2020 and now live in Montecito, Calif., with Archie, 3, and their 1-year-old daughter, Lilibet.

If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.

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MEGHAN MARKLE FACES LEGAL BATTLE: OPRAH SEEKS HUGE COMPENSATION OVER CAREER-DAMAGING CLAIMS

The royal family has always been a magnet for fascination, drama, and scandal, but the latest twist in the ongoing saga involving Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, threatens to ignite one of the most explosive legal battles in recent memory.

According to unconfirmed reports, media mogul Oprah Winfrey has allegedly sent a strongly worded legal letter to Meghan, demanding substantial compensation for what she claims were damaging lies and fabrications made by the Duchess during their groundbreaking interview last year.

At the heart of Oprah’s grievance is Meghan’s assertion that a member of the royal family had expressed concerns about the potential skin color of Meghan and Prince Harry’s then-unborn son, Archie. This incendiary allegation, which sent shockwaves through the monarchy, is now under scrutiny, with Oprah reportedly believing it to be demonstrably false.

As one of the world’s most respected and trusted interviewers, Oprah takes immense pride in her reputation for delivering honest, hard-hitting journalism. The suggestion that she may have been complicit in or misled by Meghan’s purported falsehoods is something she is reportedly unwilling to accept.

Reports indicate that Oprah is seeking millions of dollars in damages from Meghan and insists that the Duchess publicly apologize and retract her controversial comments from the interview. Failure to comply could lead to a highly publicized and potentially career-damaging lawsuit, further tarnishing Meghan’s credibility in the eyes of the public.

The stakes are extraordinarily high for both women involved. Oprah, who has built an unrivaled media empire and brand on her ability to connect with audiences and unearth revelatory interviews, faces the risk of immense reputational damage if it’s proven she was misled. For Meghan, a loss in this legal battle could mark a pivotal moment, potentially derailing her aspirations for a sustained career in entertainment and advocacy.

This clash epitomizes a battle between two formidable figures, each wielding immense wealth, power, and influence. The outcome of this legal showdown could have seismic repercussions not only for Oprah and Meghan but also for the entire narrative surrounding the royal family.

The seeds of this potential legal showdown were sown in March 2021 when Meghan and Prince Harry sat down with Oprah for a bombshell televised interview. During the interview, the couple made a series of damning allegations about their time as working members of the royal family, including accusations of racism, mental health struggles, and lack of support from the institution.

Perhaps the most explosive claim was Meghan’s revelation that there were discussions within the royal household about Archie’s skin color before his birth. This revelation ignited a firestorm in the media, with widespread condemnation of the alleged remarks as racially insensitive

The interview garnered record-breaking viewership globally, thrusting Oprah into the spotlight as the conduit through which Meghan’s accusations were broadcast to the world. Now, over a year later, it appears Oprah may be reconsidering her decision to amplify these specific claims, questioning their veracity or accuracy.

For Oprah, the stakes in this potential legal battle extend beyond financial compensation. As one of the foremost interviewers of our time, her entire brand and legacy hinge on her ability to extract truthful, authentic responses from her subjects. The suggestion that she may have been unwittingly complicit in spreading falsehoods challenges her reputation as a fair, impartial, and truth-seeking journalist.

On the other hand, Meghan has endured relentless public scrutiny and criticism throughout her tenure in the royal spotlight. Another high-profile legal setback could potentially signal the end of her ambitions for continued relevance and influence on the global stage.

This clash represents a showdown between two influential women who have overcome significant obstacles to achieve extraordinary success in their respective fields. Now, they find themselves on opposite sides of a potentially explosive legal battle that could reshape perceptions of the royal family for years to come.

While the outcome remains uncertain, one thing is clear: the world will be watching closely as this drama unfolds. With the reputations and legacies of two powerhouse women hanging in the balance, the fallout from this legal showdown is bound to be monumental. Its repercussions are likely to reverberate not just within the royal family but across the entire media landscape.

This high-stakes confrontation offers no shortage of intrigue, scandal, and potential for unexpected twists. Ultimately, the question remains: who will emerge victorious in this clash of titans? The answer could profoundly influence the future trajectories of two of the most influential women in the world.

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PRINCE HARRY’S ONLY HOPE OF BEING LET BACK INTO THE ROYAL FOLD IS IF HE DOES THIS ONE THING

The door may not be fully closed on Prince Harry’s return into the royal fold, according to a royal expert.

After quitting royal life and moving to the US, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex went on to launch several attacks on Harry’s estranged relatives, causing a major rift between both camps.

Soon after settling down in Montecito, Calif., the duo signed on the dotted line for a series of tell-all projects, each of which revealed bombshell details about life in the palace.

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Former royal butler Grant Harrold believes there’s one thing Prince Harry could do to win his old life back.Getty Images for Project Healthy Minds
After sitting down for an interview with Oprah Winfrey, the Sussexes went on to release their six-part Netflix documentary, as well as Harry’s protocol-shattering memoir, “Spare.”

And while hopes of a reconciliation may be slim at this time, King Charles’ former royal butler Grant Harrold believes there’s one thing Harry could do to win his old life back.

“The only way I see this happening is a public statement from Harry, where you come out and say that you were in a bad space and that [Spare] was a mistake,” Harrold exclusively told The Post.

“I don’t think that’s going to happen. Some bad things were said, and some families never patch things up, and that’s how it is forevermore,” he said, adding that Harry “will regret” the things he wrote in his book.

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex quit royal life in 2020 and moved to the US.Getty Images for the Invictus Games Foundation
“Harry has got a big heart, and a part of him probably wishes things would be different,” Harrold added.

Last month, the Sussexes were urged to stop “monetizing” their links to the Windsor clan if they ever want to be welcomed back into the royal family — at any capacity.

Still, while there is a chance for Harry to be let back into the royal fold, Harrold says he and his wife, Meghan Markle, will never get back the relationship they once had with the Prince and Princess of Wales.

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A public apology from Harry could be the thing that finally mends the rift between both camps, Harrold claims.Mirrorpix / MEGA

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“[Harry] caused damage and broke down trust,” Harrold exclusively told The Post. “It’s difficult when you’re a future monarch.”

“I doubt they’ll ever get back the relationship they had originally. That was a very different relationship built on trust,” he said, adding that “too much damage” has already been done. “It’s going to take time. William is a tough character. He’s a good guy.”