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To think Ruthie Henshall has done this in bad taste?

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Chefpig · 03/08/2026 08:57

She's been on BBC Breakfast this morning talking about her relationship with Prince Edward and how she's written a memoir about her experiences.

Prince Edward is now with Sophie obviously, who he's been with for years. Ruthie did say that the book wasn't a 'kiss and tell', but really?

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Gassylady · 03/08/2026 09:26

There was a piece in one of the Sunday newspaper magazines a few weeks ago “my affair with Prince Edward” but actually neither of them was married or in another long term relationship. So in fact it should have been “Prince Edward was my boyfriend” Not nearly so exciting 🤦🏼‍♀️

KatyaKanani · 03/08/2026 09:24

WhistlerKimono · 03/08/2026 09:19

Well, her publishers’ lawyers will have been all over it for anything actionable, but it sounds as if it’s carefully twee and nostalgic, judging by the blurb on her publisher’s page — sort of eighties adorable naïveté meets the Establishment.

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She shared some anecdotes and talked about dating Edward, it's very personal and I think she's crossed a line. What if he wrote a book about how she behaved?
She knows he won't be critical or challenge any of it.

SparklyBrickViper · 03/08/2026 09:23

All publicity is good publicity.

Jazz hands.👐

WhistlerKimono · 03/08/2026 09:19

KatyaKanani · 03/08/2026 09:10

Yes, and that's the picture on the front cover, her and Edward.
He surely has a right to privacy?

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Well, her publishers’ lawyers will have been all over it for anything actionable, but it sounds as if it’s carefully twee and nostalgic, judging by the blurb on her publisher’s page — sort of eighties adorable naïveté meets the Establishment.

Mermaidmusing · 03/08/2026 09:15

She has lived off her association with him for decades, it’s embarrassing. When she was in the jungle a few years back, she told cringey stories about it. She comes across as unpleasant and desperate for attention. If she hadn’t had a fling with him, she’d just be the two-bit musical theatre actress she always was, and absolutely nobody would remember her now. Not sure she even has an acting career any more, certainly nothing of note. She’s cringe.

Gowlett · 03/08/2026 09:11

WhistlerKimono · 03/08/2026 09:08

Well, it’s literally called The Showgirl and the Prince, so I think it’s pretty clear what it’s about!

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Ah, right. Well, in that case! I was thinking of autobiography in general, sorry… Fair enough, it does seem to be a cash grab on her part.

KatyaKanani · 03/08/2026 09:10

WhistlerKimono · 03/08/2026 09:08

Well, it’s literally called The Showgirl and the Prince, so I think it’s pretty clear what it’s about!

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Yes, and that's the picture on the front cover, her and Edward.
He surely has a right to privacy?

SuperSange · 03/08/2026 09:09

I just saw her in there; she seems quite self absorbed. Who cares, really?

WhistlerKimono · 03/08/2026 09:08

Gowlett · 03/08/2026 09:01

The book is obviously about her life, but of course her agent will be pushing this angle. It’s just how they sell / promote books, really.

Well, it’s literally called The Showgirl and the Prince, so I think it’s pretty clear what it’s about!

KatyaKanani · 03/08/2026 09:07

I saw her on Sunday Brunch. I don't think you should make money from this kind of kiss and tell. Edward has been with Sophie for more than 30 years. It's given Ruthie a lot of publicity, though

Mirandawrongs · 03/08/2026 09:03

Met her a few times unfortunately, this is her whole personality.
which is a shame as she really quite talented.

I believe she wanted sun/Mail etc to approach her and do a serial tell all, I fear she’s quite bitter.

NB. I’ve also met Edward and Sophie. He’s quite a nice bloke. Sophie is very engaging, chatty.

Smartiepants79 · 03/08/2026 09:02

I’ve not read it and know very little about it. No real interest in either of them as people but I agree that this seems an unnecessary grab for attention in poor taste.
I’ve had adverts for the memoir pop up and I just think ‘who cares’?? If your life isn’t that exciting without dragging in a minor member of the royal family then don’t bother with hw book. Brings her down in my opinion.

Gowlett · 03/08/2026 09:01

The book is obviously about her life, but of course her agent will be pushing this angle. It’s just how they sell / promote books, really.

Gettingbysomehow · 03/08/2026 08:59

Yes awful. Her fame must be fading fast if she has to write this book.

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