Michelle Obama says it ‘wasn’t a complete surprise’ to hear Meghan Markle’s claims of racism against the Royal Family
MICHELLE Obama has said it was "not a complete surprise" to hear Meghan Markle's claims of racism against the Royal Family.
The former First Lady also said she "prays for forgiveness and healing" after Meghan and Prince Harry's explosive Oprah interview last week.
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The bombshell interview reportedly deepened a rift with Harry's family.
Today Mrs Obama - who has called herself Meghan's friend - weighed in on the row to offer hope of a family reconciliation.
"So it wasn't a complete surprise to, sort of, hear her feelings.
"The thing I hope for, and the thing I think about is that, this first and foremost is a family.
"And I pray for forgiveness and healing for them, so that they can use this as a teachable moment for us all."
Mrs Obama said: “My hope is that, when I think about what they’re going through, I think about the importance of family and I just pray that there is forgiveness and there is clarity and love and resolve at some point in time.
“Because there’s nothing more important than family.”
She told NBC: "Public service is a bright, sharp, hot spotlight.
The brothers are set for a phone showdown after the Oprah interview plunged the monarchy into its deepest crisis for decades.
Buckingham Palace saying the allegations would be taken seriously but added pointedly: "Some recollections may vary."
Meghan and Harry have been praised for speaking out, but also faced a backlash.
Conservative commentator Candace Owens said she does not believe Meghan suffered racism - and negative press is .
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And the dad of a soldier who was racially abused by Harry in the Army and the royals welcomed people of all backgrounds.