In a startling turn of events, new allegations have surfaced regarding the birth of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry‘s daughter, Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor.
The couple welcomed their little girl on June 4, 2021, at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital in California, with initial reports stating that Dr. Gayle King, a close friend of Meghan’s, was present during the delivery.
However, a recent book by Lady Colin Campbell, titled Meghan and Harry: The Real Story, challenges this narrative, suggesting that the details surrounding Lilibet’s birth may not be as straightforward as previously thought.
Lady Colin Campbell, often referred to as Lady C, is no stranger to royal controversies.
Known for her insightful commentary on the British monarchy, she first gained attention with her 1992 book about Princess Diana‘s mother.
In her latest work, Lady C devotes an entire chapter to questioning the official account of Lilibet’s birth, claiming that Dr. Gayle King was not present at all.
Instead, she alleges that a Dr. Drake, also from Santa Barbara, was the actual obstetrician who delivered Lilibet.
According to Lady C’s sources, Dr. Drake has reportedly been approached by legal representatives of Meghan and Harry, urging him to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) to keep quiet about his role in the birth.
After refusing to comply, Dr. Drake allegedly began receiving threatening phone calls, warning him to remain silent or face legal repercussions.
Fearing for his safety, he sought legal counsel to protect himself.
Despite these alleged intimidation tactics, Lady C claims that Dr. Drake remains committed to revealing the truth about Lilibet’s birth.
She speculates that the Sussexes’ efforts to silence him stem from a desire to control the narrative surrounding their daughter’s delivery, fearing that his testimony could contradict the version of events they have publicly shared.
While some critics dismiss Lady C’s revelations as mere sensationalism, her track record lends weight to her claims.
She accurately predicted the explosive nature of Harry and Meghan’s interview with Oprah Winfrey before it aired, and several details from her previous works have been verified by other sources.
Given her established credibility, her allegations deserve careful consideration rather than outright dismissal.
The implications of these claims are significant.
If true, they could expose a major scandal for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, undermining the carefully crafted narrative they presented to the public regarding Lilibet’s birth.
It raises questions about how far they might go to maintain control over their story and prevent any alternative accounts from surfacing.
In the days following Lilibet’s birth, the Sussexes released a statement announcing her arrival, emphasizing their joy and gratitude.
However, the official announcement made no mention of Lilibet’s attending obstetrician, only referring generically to the doctors and staff at the hospital.
This omission has led Lady C to suggest that there was a deliberate attempt to obscure the true identity of the delivering physician.
Lady C alleges that upon Meghan going into labor, it was indeed Dr. Drake who received the call to attend to her.
She claims he was the sole doctor present during the delivery and can confirm that both Meghan and Harry were his patients throughout the process.
This raises the question: why would the Sussexes choose not to publicly acknowledge Dr. Drake if he was indeed the one who delivered their child?
The author posits that Meghan and Harry likely wanted to control the narrative surrounding Lilibet’s birth, knowing that Dr. Drake’s account could potentially conflict with the details they had shared with the media.
If Lady C’s claims are accurate, it suggests that the couple may have resorted to extreme measures to ensure secrecy regarding the birth.
It’s essential to note that these are still allegations.
Neither Dr. Drake nor the Sussexes have publicly confirmed or denied these claims.
Their silence could indicate that they believe the accusations do not warrant a response, but if Lady C’s sources are correct, the situation raises serious ethical concerns.
The potential for fabricated or embellished details about such a personal event is troubling.
Medical confidentiality typically protects the privacy of patients and providers, which makes the alleged attempts to impose secrecy particularly alarming.
However, it’s also possible that the Sussexes simply chose not to disclose Dr. Drake’s name for reasons unrelated to any wrongdoing.
Ultimately, without a definitive statement from either Dr. Drake or the Sussexes, the truth remains elusive.
Lady C’s history of insider knowledge does not automatically validate her recent claims, leaving the public with more questions than answers about the circumstances surrounding Lilibet’s birth.