The Royal Wedding That Captured Hearts

Hey there, it’s me, Anderson Cooper, and I’ve got a story that’s as fascinating as it is heartwarming. When Meghan Markle walked down the aisle to marry Prince Harry in a stunning royal wedding last May, it was a moment that captured the hearts of millions. The world watched as she transformed into the Duchess of Sussex, and her new regal title came with a lot of responsibilities. One of those responsibilities meant saying goodbye to her personal social media accounts. But wait, there’s more to this story than you might think.

A Secret Account Unveiled

According to a report from the UK's The Sun newspaper, Meghan didn’t completely disconnect from the digital world. Instead, she secretly kept an Instagram account active just so she could keep tabs on what her close friends were up to online. But life has a way of throwing curveballs, and this one hit particularly hard. Around Christmastime in 2018, Meghan made the tough decision to shut down her secret Instagram account. Why? Well, it was all in the name of protecting her mental health. The cruel comments from online trolls were so harsh that they left her feeling isolated and alone.

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Why Did Meghan Decide to Shut It Down?

Insiders revealed that Meghan had been using a fake account to follow her friends after she officially shut down her public Instagram. However, the online world can be a brutal place, and Meghan wasn’t immune to the negativity. There were some really nasty comments from trolls, and she also saw the headlines about herself. It got to her so much that she had no choice but to shut down the account just before Christmas. She was feeling incredibly isolated and alone, which is something no one should have to endure.

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Life After the Secret Account

Now, as Meghan awaits the arrival of her first child with Prince Harry, she’s dealing with more than just trolls. She reportedly doesn’t feel safe enough to go out on her own without protection. There are certain fears that weigh heavily on her, such as the possibility of being physically attacked. Harry, being the protective husband he is, wants to ensure Meghan and their unborn child are safe. Understandably, this worry has made Meghan very uneasy. There’s no way she’d risk her personal safety or her child’s.

A Glitch in the System

Interestingly, this isn’t the first time Meghan’s social media presence has made headlines. Back in December 2018, around the same time she reportedly shut down her secret Instagram account, her old verified Instagram account briefly reactivated, giving royal fans a glimpse into her life before becoming a member of the monarchy. But royal commentator and contributor Omid Scobie quickly clarified that it was just a glitch. “For those of you asking, Duchess Meghan is not making a return to Instagram. You can blame a system glitch for her account resurfacing on the app this morning,” he tweeted.

Goodbye to The Tig

Before Meghan tied the knot with Harry, she also had to shut down her personal blog, The Tig. In a heartfelt goodbye message, she expressed her gratitude to her readers. “After close to three beautiful years on this adventure with you, it’s time to say goodbye to The Tig. What began as a passion project evolved into an amazing community of inspiration, support, fun and frivolity. You’ve made my days brighter and filled this experience with so much joy. Keep finding those Tig moments of discovery, keep laughing and taking risks and keep being ‘the change you wish to see in the world,’” Meghan wrote.