Prince Harry's thoughtful design of Meghan Markle's engagement ring in 2017 has come under scrutiny as reports suggest the ring has been altered three times since its creation. The original ring, valued at over £120,000, features three diamonds, including stones from Princess Diana's collection and a diamond from Botswana, where Harry and Meghan's romance blossomed.

The ring was first revealed when Harry proposed in the gardens of Kensington Palace. However, in June 2019, Meghan was seen wearing the ring with a thinner band and additional diamonds, which some experts noted reflected a more American style. Further changes were speculated in 2022 during the Invictus Games, where the ring appeared to have more diamonds surrounding the central stone. Most recently, in a trailer for Meghan's Netflix series, the central diamond seemed to resemble an emerald cut rather than its original cushion cut.

These alterations have sparked discussions about Meghan's personality, with some former staff reportedly labelling her as 'Duchess Difficult'. A 2025 report by the Hollywood Reporter claimed that Meghan was known for her demanding nature, allegedly belittling staff and exhibiting controlling behaviour. The report described her as 'absolutely relentless' and suggested that Harry, while charming, was an enabler of her behaviour.

Allegations of bullying towards palace staff prior to their move to California led to an inquiry, although the details were never disclosed. Meghan has consistently denied these claims, with her legal team describing them as a "calculated smear campaign".

The ongoing narrative surrounding Meghan's engagement ring and her treatment of staff raises questions about her leadership style and the dynamics within the Sussex household. As the couple continues to navigate their public and private lives, the implications of these changes and reports remain a topic of interest.