Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, in New Zealand, at the Maranui Cafe in Wellington, New Zealand October 29, 2018.
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Meghan Markle
reportedly clashed with Buckingham Palace staff just before her wedding over her celebrity background. Royal experts said the aides did not approve the actress due to her Hollywood past.

Camilla Tominey, a reporter who has written about the British royal family for more than a decade, said the staff was not impressed by her showbiz luster, self-confidence, and feminist habits---qualities that made her irresistible to the American press.

Tominey also claimed Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's excessive demands did not go down well behind palace doors, leading an aide to ask, "who do you think you are?" at the royal couple before they officially tied the knot in 2018.

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Multiple reports painted the actress as a highly demanding person in the days leading up to her wedding. The Duke and Duchess' approach also created "below-stairs chatter" among staff who have been serving at the Buckingham Palace for many years.

The royal expert said the arguments stemmed from a clash of cultures---the film industry is very fast-paced and demanding, a far cry from the slower, traditional world of the royals.

Civil Servant in Tiara

The royal couple's decision to step down as senior royals have created a huge controversy. Numerous tabloids claimed the royal exit created a rift between the pair and the British royal family.

The news shocked many people, but few believe Meghan was the catalyst in the announcement. Royal writer Ashley Pearson said the unglamorous life of being a royal ultimately led to the decision. She also claims Markle compared her short stint of being a royal to a "civil servant in a tiara."

Markle also had a hard time understanding how to be progressive without causing controversy or criticism. She was a staunch critic of the current US administration. She is also an advocate for addressing climate change and women's rights, all of which are not apolitical.

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Their stance on progressive issues, including mental health and wildlife conservation, can cause problems of public debate--of which the British royal family is not fond.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have since moved to California with their 11-month-old son Archie. Many consider the move to be following the footsteps of leaders who used their celebrity status to promote causes and raise awareness on issues and politics.

The pair unveiled the name of a new foundation they plan to launch in the future. The charitable foundation, Archewell, will reportedly focus on building the pair's brand and further their ambition to implement 'world change.'

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The nonprofit organization will reportedly provide education and emotional support, along with other essential services. The foundation will be a "source of action" and will embody the strength needed "to do something of meaning" and "to do something that matters."

The Sussexes also announced the suspension of their official Instagram account a day before they stepped down from royal duties.

"While you may not see us here, the work continues," the caption read. "Until then, please take good care of yourselves, and of one another."