A photographer at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s 2018 wedding has slammed the event as “miserable” and a “disaster” six years after the Sussexes’ nuptials.

Harry tied the knot with the Suits alum in St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle on May 19, 2018, in front of 600 guests and a global TV audience estimated at 1.9 billion viewers.

Arthur Edwards, who has been photographing the royal family since 1977, said the couple made his job really difficult and did everything they could to avoid the press.

“I hated the day. The day was a miserable day,” the experienced photographer revealed during an interview with The Sun.

Arthur Edwards, a photographer at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding, said the event was the “worst royal engagement” he ever attended

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“It was the worst royal engagement I ever did. Because Harry was determined to keep the newspapers away from it as much as possible,” alleged the 83-year-old.

Arthur reportedly covered royal weddings in the past, such as Prince William and Princess Catherine’s nuptials in 2011 and the wedding of Prince Edward and Sophie Wessex in 1999.

On that occasion, trying to capture a good photograph of the newlyweds was “hopeless.”

“Harry was determined to keep the newspapers away from it as much as possible,” alleged the 83-year-old

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The photographer said the couple turned away when they rode past him in their carriage while greeting the crowd outside, preventing him from getting a good angle for his pictures.

“And then the carriage shot, where they went past me in the carriage, they looked the other way,” he recalled. “So, for me, it was a disaster.”

When the journalist asked whether the Sussexes’ behavior had been “deliberate” to make him feel “unwelcome,” Arthur responded, “I felt so. It wasn’t just me. In many ways, [the press] were badly treated.”

“Harry was angry at us about things said about Meghan. Some of the things were pretty harsh. Some were pretty unfair.

“He was angry, and I felt we were punished for that.”

Arthur reportedly covered royal weddings in the past, such as Prince William and Princess Catherine’s nuptials in 2011

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Two years after the wedding, Harry and Meghan would step down as senior working royals to move to Montecito, California.

The couple kept their Duke and Duchess of Sussex titles but are no longer addressed as his or her royal highness (HRH). Harry also gave up his military titles.

They are parents to two children: four-year-old Prince Archie and two-year-old Princess Lilibet.

Harry was very critical of the press in the Netflix documentary Harry & Meghan, which premiered in 2022.

In the six-episode series, the Duke of Sussex said there was an “unconscious bias” around race within Buckingham Palace, which especially affected his wife, and denounced the “planting of stories” by the media.

“I feel as though being part of this family, it is my duty to uncover this exploitation and bribery that happens within our media,” Harry said in the first episode. “There’s leaking, but there’s also planting of stories.”

“Harry was angry at us about things said about Meghan,” he explained

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“It all comes down to control; it’s like, ‘This family is ours to exploit. Their trauma is our story and our story and our narrative to control.’”

Harry also slammed the role of the press in the death of his mother, Princess Diana, in August 1997.

“I think one of the hardest things to come to terms with is the fact that the people that chased her through into the tunnel were the same people that were taking photographs of her while she was still dying in the back seat of the car,” he said in the 2017 documentary Diana, 7 Days.

“William and I know that. We’ve been told that numerous times by people who know that was the case.

“Instead of helping, [they] were taking photographs of her dying on the back seat. And then those photographs made their way back to news desks in this country.”

“It was certainly a disaster for the British taxpayers,” wrote a Facebook user

Donald Sutherland, the acclaimed and prolific actor who starred in countless beloved films across his five-decade career, has died at 88.

Sutherland’s career ranged from early breakout roles in The Dirty Dozen and MASH to Oscar winners like Klute and Ordinary People, to his villainous role in the Hunger Games franchise.

The Emmy Award winner died at his home in Miami today following a long illness, his agency CAA confirmed to Deadline.

Sutherland was born July 17, 1935 in New Brunswick, Canada, later moving to Bridgewater, Nova Scotia. Throughout his childhood he battled a number of serious illnesses including polio, rheumatic fever and spinal meningitis.

He left Canada to pursue an interest in acting at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, and soon found work in TV and low-budget films.

He got a Hollywood breakthrough in the classic war film The Dirty Dozen, whose ensemble cast includes Lee Marvin, Charles Bronson, Ernest Borgnine and Jim Brown. It was the fifth highest grossing film of 1967.

After leaving London for Hollywood, Sutherland landed one of his most iconic roles in the 1970 anti-war comedy-drama MASH, originating the role of “Hawkeye” Pierce. MASH was one of the most successful films of the decade and is regarded as a classic.

Throughout the ’70s, Sutherland was a Hollywood leading man: his films include in the Oscar-winning Klute opposite Jane Fonda, the psychological horror Don’t Look Now, and the remake of Invasion of the Body Snatchers. He also appeared in the hit comedy Animal House.

In 1980, he starred in Robert Redford’s Ordinary People, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture. Other major films include Backdraft, JFK, Six Degrees of Separation, The Italian Job and Pride and Prejudice.

Sutherland also had success on TV, winning an Emmy Award for the 1995 film Citizen X, and a Golden Globe for the television film Path to War.

A younger generation of moviegoers was introduced to Sutherland through The Hunger Games, the hit dystopian blockbuster series: Sutherland starred as the villainous President Coriolanus Snow.

Though he surprisingly never received an Oscar nomination, he received an Academy Honorary Award in 2017, “for a lifetime of indelible characters, rendered with unwavering truthfulness.” He also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2011, and on the Canadian Walk of Fame in 2000.

Sutherland was married three times; he was married to actress Francine Racette for 52 years until his death. He was previously married to Lois May Hardwick and Shirley Douglas, and also had an affair with his Klute co-star Jane Fonda.

He had five children — including most famously his son Kiefer Sutherland, the actor best known for playing Jack Bauer in 24.

”I was too young to go watch my father’s films in the cinema,” Kiefer Sutherland told The Hollywood Reporter in 2017. “By the time I hit 20, VHS was available and a friend of my fathers had a lot of his films. In three days I watched Don’t Look Know, Klute, M*A*S*H, Kelly’s Heroes, 1900 and Fellini’s Casanova.”

“It was such a wide spectrum of characters, and I remember calling him up and I felt really badly that I grew up not knowing what a profoundly special actor he was, I felt horribly guilty of that. As a young actor, I had never known or seen another actor who’ve done characters so diverse either.”

Having long hair has always been a style choice for me. After seventy-two years, it is still the most beautiful and significant part of me. But yesterday, my daughter-in-law Betty burst into the room and interrupted my peaceful time in front of the mirror, where I was delicately combing through the silvery strands. Her remarks were more savage than a pair of shears.

“Long hair at your age makes you appear so pitiful, Mom. CUT IT SHORT and quit being an embarrassment; you’re no longer a young woman.

I could feel the hurtful reverberation of her remark as her tone shifted from respectful to contemptuous. The ebb and flow of Betty’s emotions has always made her an interesting character. Suddenly, she’s putting me down and then she’s gushing over me with little comments. I was taken aback by her icy demeanor this time.

A Personal Battle

Even after Betty left the room, the pain and bewilderment caused by her harsh comments remained. As I stared at my own mirror, I wondered if maybe she was correct. At my age, wouldn’t my long hair make me look foolish? By deceiving whom, exactly? But suddenly, I felt a flash of rebellion. At 72 years old, who was she to tell me how I should dress? Even total strangers have told me how much my hubby loves my hair.

The struggle within continued. I almost caved and chopped off my hair to appease her criticisms. However, a more robust aspect of me was adamant about not letting her words control my decisions. The decision to resist Betty’s passive-aggressive tactics was made in that very moment. If she wanted to play a game of “hot and cold,” I would demonstrate my full intensity.

A Strategy Develops

An chance arose a few days down the road. Betty boasted about her young appearance and perfect skin because she had always been self-conscious about her features. I was well-versed in exploiting her vulnerability to impart wisdom to her.

As usual, Betty’s habit of leaving her pricey skincare supplies in my bathroom irritated me. To make her skin feel oily and uncomfortable, I delicately substituted her night cream with an innocuous-smelling ointment. She wouldn’t be hurt, but she would be startled. A mixture of shame and contentment washed over me as I replaced the container. Rather than seeking vengeance, my motivation was to assert myself and establish limits.

American comic legend Carol Burnett is most remembered for her revolutionary 1967–1978 comedy variety show, The Carol Burnett Show.

Palm Royale is a story that takes place on Palm Beach, Florida in 1969, and Burnett, who is 91 years old, continues to captivate viewers with her performance in the show.

Her parents were alcoholics, so Burnett’s grandmother took it upon herself to raise her after she was born on April 26, 1933, in San Antonio, Texas. Burnett attended USC for theatrical school after the family relocated to Hollywood in the 1940s. In 1957, she became an instant star after performing a parody song on The Ed Sullivan Show that mocked the teen idol status of Elvis Presley.

Years of Impressive Shows

Burnett has had outstanding performances in films, musicals, and Broadway shows, in addition to her legendary TV show. Shows that she has been in on Broadway include Love Letters (2014), Hollywood Arms (2002), Putting It Together (1999), Moon Over Buffalo (1995), Fade Out – Fade In (1964), and Once Upon a Mattress (1959). The Four Seasons(1981), Pete ‘n’ Tillie(1972), and The Front Page(1974) are just a few of her numerous feature film credits. She was unbelievably talented and versatile in every character she played.

Few people have accomplished as much as Dolly Parton. She is a genuine star in the country music industry.

Dolly has always tried her hardest to assist others, especially youngsters.

However, Dolly has provided an explanation for why she has never given birth to her own children. Scroll down to find out the reason why. 

She is absolutley adored by American fans. I’m sure we can all agree with that point.

Dolly is certainly a powerful woman.

Dolly was born in Locust Ridge, she was the fourth born child in a family of twelve.Her story is one from”rags-to-rhinestones”.

Many of her family members helped shape her music career especially her Uncle Bill Owens who got her into the music industry. Dolly’s talent was noticed.

Once she made her appearance on The Porter Wagoner Show, she began her rise to fame.Two of her popular songs “Jolene” and “Love Is Like A Butterfly,” were a huge hit.

In 1975 and ’76, she was given Female Country Singer Of The Year by the Country Music Association.

Dolly attempted to break into the pop market with “Here You Come Again” which worked.

That song grabbed her a Grammy Award along with a few more of the years.

The song that shot her to stardom was the ever popular “9 to 5” which is still a big hit. Dolly was recognized globally for her distinct smile and glamorous style.

Not only was she a singer but she also dipped into the film industry to try her hand at acting.

During the ’80s, Dolly appeared in Nine to Five, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and Steel Magnolias. This woman was certainly an icon.

She has constantly proved herself throughout her music and acting career. Here are some of her most iconic moments.

Dolly’s appearance attracted a lot of negative attention.

Dolly was defined by her makeup and cosmetic surgeries, saying this: “I’d like to think I have a brain beneath this wig and a heart beneath the boobs.”

The singer expressed her true thoughts on the matter saying “don’t let these false eyelashes lead you to believe that I’m as phony as I look – Because I run true and deep.”

Her humor is one of her best traits. However behind the scenes Dolly had many struggles from being booed off stage to having turmoil in both professional and romantic relationships.

Dolly never became a mother and often felt depressed.

Dolly simply said that she had to give it up in order to continue with her career. Her and Dean have often wondered what their children would look like.

Although Dolly Parton doesn’t have children of her own, she does all she can to help those in need.

Parton is involved in numerous charities to aid children and their own educational ventures.

She began the book-gifting program Imagination Library project, which mails free, high-quality books to children from birth up to age five, no matter their family’s income.

“So when I got ready to start the program, I thought I’m going to do this for my dad and I’m going to bring him along with me to help me with that,” she said.

According to Parton, there’s been up to 125 million kids involved in the program. She says her father was the big inspiration for starting it.

“So, he got to live long enough to see it really take off and start doing good, and so he loved it when the kids called me the Book Lady. He was prouder of that than saying that my daughter’s a star: ‘My daughter’s the Book Lady.’”

“I’ve made sacrifices, but I think, like I said, I believe what I know I’m supposed to do,” Parton said. “I’ve made the sacrifice of time… and not having time to spend with family, and you give up family and friends, vacation, and work without end, 24/7, 365, but you got to make the sacrifice.”

In a heartwarming declaration of love, NFL star Travis Kelce, 34, reaffirms his commitment to pop sensation Taylor Swift, emphasizing that she is the woman he loves wholeheartedly and unequivocally. Despite the pressures of fame and the scrutiny of the public eye, Kelce stands firm in his adoration for Swift, declaring that no other woman could ever take her place in his heart.

Twain has been an avid Swift supporter, and attended the ‘Eras’ tour last year

Shania Twain has shared new praise for Taylor Swift – see what Twain had to say below.

In a new cover profile with Haute Living, Shania Twain talks about her trouble with accepting credit for the talent she was born with: “I wouldn’t say I’m proud of anything I’ve done. Pride is not a great word for me, because I don’t think you can take credit for creative gifts if you were born with them; you can only take credit for developing them. What I would say I’m proud of is that I had the courage to take risks, that I could be so hard-working and dedicated.”

In this sense, she likens herself to Taylor Swift, who she praised for her work ethic. “That girl is working her butt off. She is living an exhausting existence, but she’d dedicated and committed to herself, to her art, and her work. It isn’t even about ambition, though I’m sure that most people would call her ambitious,” Shania Twain said.

Twain went on to explain: “She’s an extremely hard worker, and I’m sure she’s got giant goals. But it’s not all about ambition: it’s about passion and committing yourself to your passion. [Like Taylor], I was and am someone who does that, and that’s what really reaps rewards. So, I would say that I’m most proud of my perseverance, and that I didn’t waste my talents.”

This isn’t the first time that Twain – who will be performing the legends’ slot at Glastonbury this year – has shown support for Taylor Swift. In 2022, Twain congratulated Swift after the latter broke Twain’s long-standing US chart record. Twain wrote on social media at the time: “Historical records are meant to be made and then broken. The baton is meant to be passed on to new generations. Unstoppable young female country artists are [flame emoji] inspite of the hurdles.”

Twain’s opinion of Taylor Swift notable juxtapose Courtney Love‘s recent comments about the pop singer. The Hole frontwoman recently slammed Taylor Swift, saying that she is “not important” and “not interesting as an artist”.

Speaking to The Standard in an interview recently, love shared “Taylor is not important. She might be a safe space for girls, and she’s probably the Madonna of now, but she’s not interesting as an artist.”

• Jennifer Lopez’s teenage daughter sparked conversations by wearing an outfit deemed not “appropriate.”
• Nicole Kidman, 56, received fans’ praise as she debuted her new stunning choppy bob haircut.
• Johnny Depp, 60, stirred up chatter with a little-known picture, raising eyebrows over his aging look.
• King Charles, 75, raised concern as he was seen with red “burns” on his right hand.
• Ailing Celine Dion, 55, stepped out in a baby pink outfit earning reactions from fans.

Kidman recently stunned users on March 25, 2024, when she shared a new look. The actress, who has always been known for her natural curls went blonde with a new long tousled bob. Nicole Kidman looked stunning as she showcased her fresh new hairstyle.

Fans flocked to her comment section on Instagram, praising her appearance. They called the new look, “Simply the most perfect.” A fan wrote, “Love the hair…stunning.” Fans said they loved her “fresh look” in “short hair.” Still, other people claimed Kidman was “unrecognizable” and that it “didn’t even look like her” in the picture.

In the images that fans loved, Kidman styled her gorgeous long blonde bob perfectly with a Balenciaga hooded black leather jacket. One photo captured her striking a sultry, model-esque pose, while the next shows her confidently meeting the camera’s gaze with a captivating witticism.

A poor old woman decided to fly business class to get closer to her son. However, she faced rejection from passengers on board until they discovered her true identity.

Rhea felt self-conscious. The old woman had gotten on the first plane to leave the airport that morning, and she sat in a seat in business class where the well-to-do folks stayed.

As she entered the cabin, nobody spared her a glance, but when she located her seat and sat, eyes turned towards her. The reason was simple; she stood out like a sore thumb.

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Where the other men and women present all wore fancy and expensive-looking clothes, Rhea wore her old, broken-in clothes — it was her best, but it looked drab compared to what the others were wearing.

The man next to her had his face completely buried in a newspaper when she sat down, so he did not quickly notice her. When he put down the issue, he looked to his side and winced at her appearance, then he signaled a flight attendant.

“What is this?” he asked, pointing to Rhea.

The flight attendant looked a bit mortified at the man’s tone, but after verifying the woman’s seat number, she faced the man and replied, “This passenger took a seat according to the ticket she paid for.”

The man looked like he would vomit at any minute because of Rhea’s presence, and before he even proceeded to talk, he unfolded a pristine handkerchief and used it to cover his nose. Then he said, “I don’t know what’s on her ticket, but I bought a seat in business class to get away from people like her, now it just feels like I’m in a cheap alley with homeless people.”

The altercation had gotten the attention of many in the cabin, and some seemed to be in support of the man. One plump woman bedecked from her head to her feet in jewelry piped up.

“If I wanted to fly with such riff-raff, I would buy an economy class ticket,” she said, and a murmur of agreement moved through the passengers.

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The murmur quickly took on a life of its own and soon led to a squabble the attendant tried to quell, but the rich folks would not hear of it — the woman had to go.

“Can’t you see she doesn’t belong here?” one man said.

“Is this how low this airline has fallen? How can such a person afford the bill?” another asked.

“We want her gone and we want a formal apology for allowing us to come into contact with such filth,” the man beside Rhea said.

He and a few other passengers were on their feet and refused to sit until they got what they wanted. Rhea sat there, listening to them arguing and trampling all over her dignity.

“I’m okay, this too shall pass,” she kept repeating under her breath like a mantra.

Still, she heard how they spoke of her, and it hurt her very deeply that people could be so cruel. Before she knew it, sad tears cascaded down her slightly wrinkled cheeks.

“Perhaps I’ll just leave,” Rhea thought, then started to gather her things with shaky hands.

As she stood up to go, she stumbled, and rather than catch her as instinct should have made him, the man beside her flinched away as if to avoid getting splattered with mud.

Rhea fell to her knees and inadvertently spilled the contents of her purse. She started to collect her things with trembling hands, knowing she was the focus of everyone in the cabin.

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An expensively dressed old lady who had been sleeping peacefully until the ruckus woke her got up from her seat and also went down on her knees to help Rhea.

At that, the cabin went silent, and the passengers stared dumbfounded as one of them treated Rhea like a human. The first thing the woman picked up was a passport photograph of a little boy.

“Thank you very much,” Rhea whispered as she collected it from her.

“This is my son,” she said with a teary smile, still on her knees. “He is the pilot of this plane.”

“He must have grown up to become a handsome young man,” the rich old woman said.

“How could I know? I had to give him up for adoption when he was just five because I had no means to take care of him.” As she spoke, tears fell from her eyes, and the cabin remained silent.

“I’ve been looking for him for years but I’ve not been able to find him. Recently, I found out he became a pilot so I started to go from airport to airport looking for him. Today I found him but the only way I could get close to him was by boarding this flight.”

Rhea looked up at the people around, most of whom averted their eyes shamefully, then she continued.

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“I’m sorry for making you all feel uncomfortable but I just wanted to be as close to my son as possible which is why I saved up my money to get this chance. The business class is closer to him and I’ve never flown before so I thought it would make a great birthday gift for myself.”

The passengers listened to her story, and by the time she stopped talking, many were crying. Rhea got up eventually and went with the flight attendants, who were hell-bent on introducing her to her son.

“What if he doesn’t want to see me?” she asked, resisting their urging. “What if he hates me for abandoning him?” Before the flight attendant could speak, the man who had been against her sitting beside him beat her to it.

“You had no choice, I believe he will understand that,” he said before quickly diving behind his newspaper again. He was also ashamed. Rhea left with the flight attendant to finally meet her son.

After some time, a man’s voice was heard on the plane. “This is the captain speaking… there is a special person flying on this plane — my mom, and it’s her birthday today.”

Everyone applauded the old lady, and those who had ridiculed her before apologized for their mistake. When the plane landed, the pilot, whose name was Joseph, met up with his mother, and finally, after many years of estrangement, Rhea held her son again.

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What did we learn from this story?

• Choose to be kind. When the man beside Rhea started to clamor for her to leave the cabin, others joined in, and even though the woman had done nothing, they may have succeeded in making her leave. The only person who did not do what they did was another old woman. She stood up for Rhea even though she could easily have just joined the haughty passengers, and her decision changed everything.
• Never give up. Rhea looked for her son for years but could not locate him; however, that did not stop her. She kept looking, and she was ready to do anything to meet him, including saving up her hard-earned money for an expensive business class flight. Her perseverance and sacrifices were rewarded in the end, and she was able to meet him.

Following the death of his beloved wife, a widowed father found a second chance at love with his fiancée. But during a family dinner, she made a joke about his late wife that profoundly disturbed him and his children. This incident forced him to make a difficult decision about their future together.

On October 13, 2023, an anonymous male poster turned to the “AITAH” subreddit to share his story. He provided some background details about his life, starting with the fact that he was a father to two children, Sam, 21, and Liz, 16, from his late wife Kayla. The man, 43, lost his wife when their kids were 15 and 10 years old, respectively.

Kayla was a victim of a drunk driving accident on her way home from work. Her loss had a profound impact on the family, and the widowed father made a personal vow not to enter the dating scene for a few years, prioritizing the well-being of his children.

Three years after his wife’s passing, the man met a woman referred to as Amanda. Their relationship progressed at a cautious pace, and he waited a year before introducing her to his children. By that time, he and Amanda had been together for three years and had gotten engaged.

Liz remained silent, refusing to communicate with her father or Amanda since that night.

Although Amanda had initially shown insecurity about the man’s past with his late wife, questioning hypothetical scenarios, he responded by emphasizing the importance of their current relationship over dwelling on “what ifs.” Eventually, Amanda stopped making such comments, and the man found relief from his initial concerns about the situation.

Everything seemed to be going well for the couple until the man’s parents invited them over for dinner to celebrate their engagement. The gathering included the man’s parents, his late wife’s sister and her husband, Sam, Liz, and of course, him and Amanda.

Initially, the atmosphere during the dinner was warm and friendly. The conversation flowed smoothly, including casual topics as well as the engaged couple’s wedding plans. However, the pleasant ambiance was shattered when the man’s mother made a seemingly innocent remark about his ability to find a similar spark with Amanda as he had with his late wife, Kayla.

While this comment might have gone unnoticed, Amanda’s response changed everything. She shockingly laughed and uttered, “I’m happy she died, otherwise I would have never gotten him to myself.” The room fell into an abrupt, uncomfortable silence. Everyone, especially the kids, became visibly tense.

Amanda seemed to realize the impact of her words and attempted to salvage the situation with forced laughter as if trying to pass off her comment as a joke. The man, caught off guard and deeply disturbed by Amanda’s statement, found himself unable to react.

His children, particularly Liz, expressed disgust, prompting her to leave the table and head out to the car. Sam hesitated, waiting for his dad to respond, but the man remained speechless, still processing the shock of Amanda’s words.

In the aftermath of the disastrous dinner, the widowed man bid farewell to his family, ushering Amanda away from the tense atmosphere. As the car pulled away, the weight of the evening hung heavily in the air. Days passed, and the rift between the father, his daughter Liz, and Amanda grew. Liz remained silent, refusing to communicate with her father or Amanda since that night.

Feeling the strain on his family, the father sought counsel from his son, Sam. In their conversation, Sam expressed a sentiment that echoed his sister’s feelings—he didn’t want someone in their lives who could speak so disrespectfully about their late mother. Sam’s words resonated deeply with the man, planting seeds of doubt about his relationship with Amanda.

Now torn between his love for Amanda and his responsibility towards his children, the man grappled with a difficult decision. He pondered the potential future impact of Amanda’s words on his family, especially on his daughter Liz. Fueled by a desire to do right by his kids, he contemplated calling off the wedding, fearing that overlooking this incident might set a troubling precedent.

In this emotionally charged situation, the father sought advice from others, hoping for outside perspectives to guide his decision-making. He faced a moral dilemma: Would he be wrong if he chose to end his engagement with Amanda because of the hurtful comment she made, prioritizing his family’s well-being above all else?

In the first update to his original post, the man shared how he waited for Amanda to leave for work before urgently calling his son to come over. Sam, a college student living nearby, joined his sister in the living room for a serious conversation. The father told them plainly that the wedding with Amanda was off, emphasizing that her comment was utterly unacceptable. He also apologized to his children, expressing deep regret for not addressing the issue earlier.

During the conversation, the man’s daughter shared her disgust at Amanda’s comment and revealed that she felt Amanda had been gradually trying to push her and her brother away. She cited instances where Amanda had encouraged her brother to move out for college. She also recalled Amanda pushing her to attend an out-of-state college, contrary to her wishes. Both kids expressed feeling like Amanda was attempting to create distance between them and their father.

Realizing the gravity of the situation, the father acknowledged his children’s concerns and apologized for not noticing sooner. He reassured them that they were his top priority and that he would always be there for them. The conversation was emotionally charged, lasting for about two hours, as they discussed their concerns and fears openly.

In the end, the father firmly decided to end his relationship with Amanda. He made sure to convey to his children that none of this was their fault and that Amanda was solely responsible for her actions. While his children weren’t entirely back on his side yet, he was okay with that, prioritizing their comfort and well-being above all else.

He planned to have a conversation with Amanda and confront his mother about why she felt the need to talk about Kayla at the dinner. While he sorted out things with Amanda, the man asked his daughter to stay with his brother to avoid the impending confrontation, determined to ensure his home remained a safe and supportive environment for his kids.

In the aftermath of the dinner incident, OP took decisive action. He reached out to his mother to discuss the situation and found out that she felt guilty for her comment about Kayla. Armed with the advice from online comments, he recorded his confrontation with Amanda, during which he questioned her about her hurtful remarks and manipulative behavior towards his children.

Sadly, the conversation with Amanda did not go well. Despite his emotional honesty, Amanda appeared indifferent until he told her they were done. In a shocking revelation, she expressed resentment about housing someone else’s kids for life, referring to the man’s children, Sam and Liz, from his late wife, Kayla.

Angered and deeply hurt by Amanda’s insensitive comment, the man became all the more resolute in his decision and asked her to leave. Amanda, tearful and regretful, went to stay with a friend, and the man made it clear she was not welcome back.

Though devastated, the widowed dad prioritized his children. He assured them of their home’s welcome embrace, allowing his son to move back in if he wished. Despite his lingering feelings for Amanda, he resolved to focus on his family. Grateful for the online support, he was determined to mend his relationship with his children and move forward, taking one step at a time to make things right with his family.

Do you think the father did the right thing by prioritizing his family and calling off his wedding with Amanda?