Prince Harry introduces Meghan Markle to Kate Middleton at Kensington Palace as relationship hots up
Suits actress Meghan was even introduced to Princess Charlotte, who she 'adored'
SMITTEN Prince Harry has introduced girlfriend Meghan Markle to sister-in-law Kate for the first time, The Sun on Sunday can reveal.
The sexy actress was even introduced to the other most important girl in Harry’s life – niece Princess Charlotte.
It’s a further sign of how the relationship between the royal and the Suits star is hotting up.
A pal said: “Kate was really looking forward to meeting Meghan and she knew how important it was to Harry.
“They are very close and he really values her opinion on girlfriends.
“Obviously Harry’s mother, Princess Diana, died when he was very young so Kate really fulfils that older sister/maternal role.
“It went really well and Meghan was very excited about meeting her.”
Harry and Meghan had just returned to London from their first romantic holiday to see the Northern Lights in Norway.
Meghan, 35, had already met Prince William two months ago at Kensington Palace while Kate was still at their Norfolk home Anmer Hall.
But after celebrating her 35th birthday there on Monday, she travelled down to London on Tuesday for the meeting.
Prince George stayed in Norfolk as he goes to nursery there, but she brought Charlotte, 20 months, with her.
The pal added: “Harry and Meghan went over to Kate’s apartment in Kensington Palace.
“William was also there and she got to play with Charlotte who she just adored.
“Meg had bought Kate a small birthday present – a very smart leather-bound ‘dream diary’ for her thoughts and ideas which Kate loved.
“This just shows how serious Harry is.
“He wants to take their relationship to the next level.
“They had an amazing time on their trip to the Arctic Circle and Harry had pulled out all the stops.”
As The Sun revealed, the pair flew out to Tromso in northern Norway last Monday after seeing in the New Year in London.
Harry, 32, had hired posh Tromvik Lodge for £2,000 a week with stunning views over the Norwegian Sea and mountains.
The couple enjoyed a romantic time in the Jacuzzi and sauna at the four-bedroom cabin, besides trips whale-watching and to see the famous Aurora Borealis lights.
They excitedly posed for pictures for each other under the green and purple spectacular light show, which is currently at its best.
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The loved-up pair returned last weekend and have been staying in Harry’s Nottingham Cottage inside Kensington Palace since.
Friends have even started engagement talk about the couple.
One said: “I can see them engaged by spring.”
“I know that sounds a bit crazily soon, but he’s head over heels and they can’t bear to be apart.
“He wants to start a family and so does she.
“Watch this space!”