Sarah Ferguson also detailed royal struggles on Oprah

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are not the only royals to discuss their experiences in a tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey. Sarah Ferguson, the former wife of Prince Andrew, had a similar conversation with Winfrey in 1996. In her interview, Sarah opened up about her struggles as a member of the Royal Family. She mentioned that life was "not a fairytale" and highlighted the challenges of adjusting to royal rules. Sarah recalled a moment where she disregarded strict palace protocols, saying that she would throw open the windows, which was considered wrong. Sarah also spoke about the treatment she received from the British press. She described it as "cruel," "abusive," and "invasive." Her comments echoed what Prince Harry and Meghan Markle later shared in their own interview in 2021. Sarah expressed her desire to break free from the constraints of royal life and mentioned her connection with the late Princess Diana. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's interview took place on March 7, 2021, while Meghan was expecting their second child, Princess Lilibet. Their discussion included several significant revelations about their experiences within the Royal Family.