Meghan Markle's absence in Scotland likely due to Kate Middleton's decision to stay behind, expert s

Meghan Markle's absence in Scotland likely due to Kate Middleton's decision to stay behind, expert says
Queen Elizabeth II died Thursday, according to the royal family
Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton did not join Prince Harry and Prince William on Thursday as they traveled to Scotland to be with Queen Elizabeth II amid health concerns.

Prince William arrived at Balmoral Castle hours before the royal family announced the queen had died at the age of 96. He was accompanied by Prince Andrew, Sophie, Countess of Wessex, and Edward, Earl of Wessex.

Charles, now King Charles III, the new Queen Consort, Camilla, and Princess Anne had already been by the queen's side.