When Prince Harry and Meghan Markle married on May 19, 2018, the world saw a fairytale celebration — but according to a new claim from veteran royal photographer Arthur Edwards, tensions may have been simmering behind the scenes.
Edwards, who has documented royal life for decades, recently suggested that Meghan invited a former boyfriend to the wedding — a decision he says created unexpected strain for Harry on their big day. The photographer claimed that Harry appeared “visibly unsettled” throughout the ceremony and that the placement of Meghan’s ex among notable guests at St George’s Chapel “didn’t sit well with him.”
While the Royal Family has not commented on these claims, Edwards’s remarks have sparked widespread discussion, offering a fresh angle on early challenges the couple may have faced. Many online commentators are now revisiting Meghan and Harry’s early months together, suggesting that unaddressed issues from their pasts could have added pressure to their relationship.
Observers speculate on the possible reasoning behind the invitation:
Was it meant to show confidence and transparency?
Or was it simply a decision made without realising the emotional weight it might carry?
The identity of the ex-boyfriend referenced has not been confirmed, leaving the public guessing and debate intensifying across social media and royal forums. Critics question the wisdom of the invitation, while others argue that inviting former partners is not unusual among modern, blended social circles.
What remains clear is that this detail — if accurate — reshapes the way some people view the couple’s wedding day. Instead of a flawless royal moment, it paints a picture of private tension unfolding beneath the polished surface.
And with new discussions resurfacing around the early strain in the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s marriage, many are now asking:
How did Meghan address this with Harry, and what impact did it have on their relationship moving forward?