Meghan Markle had no involvement in US documentary, says Buckingham Palace

Close friends of Meghan Markle are to appear in a new CBS documentary called Meghan And Harry, Plus One
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Asher McShane18 May 2019

Buckingham Palace has denied reports that the Duchess of Sussex personally approved famous guests to speak about her for a new documentary.

US broadcaster CBS is due to air a programme called: Meghan And Harry, Plus One looking at the Royal couple's first year of marriage and life with baby Archie.

Anchor Gayle King, 64, interviewed some of Meghan Markle's close friends, including makeup artist Daniel Martin, for the new TV special.

It also features stars like Hollywood actress Jessica Alba, and actress and musician Janina Gavankar.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex with their baby son, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor
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In a preview clip, an emotional Mr Martin wipes away tears as he addresses newspaper reports about Meghan, saying: "I know her so well, she doesn't deserve all this negative press."

The Sun newspaper reported today that a CBS source said contributors spoke only "with the blessing of Meghan".

First glimpse of Prince Harry and Meghan's newborn son - In pictures

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The newspaper then quoted a royal source saying the move was a breach of protocol.

But a Buckingham Palace spokeswoman said: "The Duchess has not had any involvement in the CBS special, nor has she requested or given permission to friends to participate."

On Thursday baby Archie's birth certificate showed Meghan may have been born a commoner but is now a "Princess of the United Kingdom" as far as her occupation is concerned.

The documentary, hosted by Gayle King, airs on Friday evening in the US - 1am UK time.

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