Prince Harry And Meghan Markle: The Inside Story You Didn't Know

Let’s be real, folks—what could possibly top this? According to the captivating new book Harry: Life, Loss, and Love by royal expert Katie Nicholl, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle weren’t just your average couple in the early days of their relationship. Before their love story became the global phenomenon we all know, they spent cozy evenings together watching The Crown on Netflix. Yep, even royals love a good binge-watch.

Nicholl paints a vivid picture of their early days together. "Meghan was quite the chef," she writes, describing how Meghan would whip up elaborate dinners for Harry. But it didn’t stop there. Meghan made Nottingham Cottage feel like home by filling his closet with her clothes, bringing over her favorite cookbooks, candles, and fresh flowers. "They loved staying in, enjoying her homemade meals, and marathoning TV shows like The Crown," Nicholl reveals. It’s almost as if they were just like us—except, you know, with a royal twist.

But here’s the kicker: Harry and Meghan’s love for Netflix wasn’t the only juicy detail Nicholl uncovered in her book. Stick around because there’s so much more to learn about this royal romance. Scroll down to uncover even more fascinating facts about their love story!

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Harry's Blind Date Saga Before Meeting Meghan

Before Harry met the love of his life, he wasn’t exactly sitting around waiting for fate to intervene. After his high-profile relationships with Chelsy Davy and Cressida Bonas ended, Harry turned to trusted family members for help. Enter Princess Eugenie and Kate Middleton, who doubled as matchmakers. "Harry wasn’t giving up," Nicholl writes. "He went on several blind dates set up by Kate and his cousin Princess Eugenie, who had a knack for pairing him with great women." Who knew Kate had a hidden talent for playing cupid?

Their First Encounter: A Summer to Remember

Nicholl’s book reveals that Harry and Meghan’s first meeting happened in the summer of 2016—a moment that would change both their lives forever. At the time, Harry was quietly dating British model Sarah Ann Macklin. So how did Meghan enter the picture? Apparently, one of their mutual friends, Violet Von Westenholz, handed over Meghan’s number to Harry. Imagine getting a text from a prince! From there, the two clicked almost instantly, forming a bond after just two dates. Talk about chemistry!

Meghan's Early Bond With Kate Middleton

Long before the world knew Meghan was destined to become a member of the royal family, she was already building bridges within the inner circle. During a trip to Norway in early 2017, Harry and Meghan returned to Kensington Palace’s Apartment 1A, where they met Prince George and Princess Charlotte. Nicholl explains, "Harry wanted Kate to approve of Meghan, hoping they’d form a strong friendship since they were close in age and shared similar backgrounds." It’s clear Harry trusted Kate’s judgment and wanted her blessing.