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Sarah Ferguson ‘sent a clear message to Harry and Meghan Markle’

Sarah Ferguson ‘sent a clear message to Harry and Meghan Markle’

The Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson, also known as Fergie, revealed a heartfelt sentiment about the importance of family unity during an appearance at the Cannes Film Festival.

Speaking at the revered amFar 2024 Gala, Fergie shared her thoughts on what unites a family. Speaking to PEOPLE magazine, she shared: “I think family unity is the key…I think the key to life is that we all support each other,” and added: ” And also forgiveness is a good thing, I think forgiveness of oneself and forgiveness of others.

The reports came as he was asked to offer his support to King Charles and Princess Kate with their ongoing cancer treatment. Fergie herself has battled breast cancer and skin cancer over the past year.

Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, speaks on stage at the amfAR gala in CannesSarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, speaks on stage at the amfAR gala in Cannes

Fergie didn’t hold back in attacking the audience at the Cannes Film Festival – Credit: Andreas Rentz/Getty Images for amfAR

Celebrity author and royal analyst Tom Quinn released exclusive information to The Mirror, suggesting that Fergie’s words were a “clear reference to Meghan and Harry’s ongoing feud with Prince William and King Charles.”

Tom said: “But the Duchess has her own high-profile family difficulties to resolve. She has never stopped trying to persuade members of the royal family to rehabilitate her former husband, Prince Andrew, and when she talked about unity and the need for forgiveness, she has no doubt also had her husband in mind, the Duchess of York is all too aware, based on her own life within the royal family. , that anger and bitterness ultimately lead to nothing.”

The Duchess of York (Sarah Ferguson), The Duke of York (Prince Andrew), The Queen and Prince Charles outside Clarence House for the Queen Mother's 86th birthdayThe Duchess of York (Sarah Ferguson), The Duke of York (Prince Andrew), The Queen and Prince Charles outside Clarence House for the Queen Mother's 86th birthday

Fergie is the former wife of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, who is the second son of Queen Elizabeth – Credit: Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images

He continued: “She always thought Harry needed to get his act together and try to forget the past for the sake of the family. She thinks Harry is simply going too far. While the king returned to public duties after her diagnosis Earlier this year, the Princess of Wales remained out of the public eye after beginning treatment in March. The forms of cancer she was diagnosed with have not been revealed.

The Duchess of York has candidly shared her thoughts on the current tensions within the royal family, suggesting that Prince Harry should overcome his anger and bitterness for the sake of the family. She thinks he pushes the boundaries too much.

Fergie shared her thoughts on ongoing tensions within the royal familyFergie shared her thoughts on ongoing tensions within the royal family

Fergie shared her thoughts on the ongoing tensions within the royal family – Credit: POOL/AFP via Getty Images

Meanwhile, after King Charles’ cancer diagnosis earlier this year, he returned to royal duties, but the Princess of Wales has stayed out of the limelight since beginning her treatment in March. The specific types of cancer they are fighting have not been disclosed.

Prince William recently reassured his fans that his wife was “doing well” during their engagement. The Duchess of York, who bravely faced breast cancer and a mastectomy, said she “put cancer in a corner”.

Addressing the importance of being open about health issues, the Duchess said: “I think a lot of people are very afraid to talk about these things,” and added: “I’m very happy about my mastectomy and my breasts and just talking about it.