01/02/2026
Mother Meghan Markle with her only "child" Prince Harry. Forget Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet – insiders say the real dynamic in the Montecito mansion revolves around Meghan's "maternal" dominance over a "childlike" Harry, who reportedly follows her lead like an obedient toddler.
As 2026 kicks off, body language experts and palace whispers are painting a picture of a marriage where Meghan reigns supreme, steering Harry with a firm hand while he plays the role of the indulged, yet submissive, "son."
This explosive narrative comes hot on the heels of Meghan's Netflix holiday special, where critics say her "mothering" of Harry was on full display for the world to see.
The 'Maternal' Power Play: Meghan's Iron Grip on Harry
Body language guru Judi James, analyzing footage from Meghan's recent Netflix projects, didn't hold back: "Meghan appeared to present a very 'maternal' approach around the prince while treating him like one of their children."
James pointed to moments where Harry adopted a "naughty child" pose, crouching in mock fear during banter, while Meghan responded with indulgent, supervisory tones – like handing him a towel because "he sweats.""It's humiliating," one source told reporters.
"Harry points to food like a kid, and Meghan says, 'OK, let me get it for you.' She's the boss mommy, and he's reverted to childlike mode." Experts describe this as a "complementary fit" gone extreme: Meghan's controlling presence comforts Harry, but at the cost of his independence.
This isn't new. Since their whirlwind romance, observers have noted Meghan's "signature handsiness" – dubbed "The Claw" – where she physically steers Harry in public, pushing him around like a protective (or possessive) mother guiding her little one through a crowd.
"Her style is domineering as well as mothering," says one commentator. In interviews and appearances, Meghan often takes the lead, while Harry exhibits signs of anxiety, like lip-biting or accelerated blinking, deferring to...Full clip & d£tails in c0mment b£low👇👇🙏
