Paul Burrell Reveals Royal Secrets: Harry & Meghan, Charles & Diana, Queen Elizabeth

Early Palace Life & Culture

• 🏰 Paul Burrell began his royal service in 1976 as a footman to Queen Elizabeth II, later becoming butler to Charles and Diana, and then exclusively to Diana until her death.
• ⚠️ He recounts a gay environment at Buckingham Palace, where young footmen were subject to bets and attempted advances, including a personal incident where a senior aide tried to climb into his bed.
• 🥂 The palace also had a significant drinking culture, with staff often disguising gin in electric kettles to consume it discreetly.

Queen Elizabeth II's Character

• 👑 Queen Elizabeth II's priorities were listed as horses, dogs, husband, and children, in that order, a fact known to her family.
• 💡 She offered Burrell personal advice after a military police incident involving a gay relationship, suggesting he marry and have children to find stability, which he followed.
• temper, known as "Hurricane Elizabeth," but also showed kindness, such as providing gifts and arranging a honeymoon for Burrell's wedding.

Charles, Diana, and Philip

• 💔 Burrell described Charles and Diana's marriage as a **