Meghan Markle's former hairdresser says she and Prince Harry made him 'believe in soulmates'

• Meghan Markle's former hairdresser says that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex made him "believe in love and soulmates."
• George Northwood worked with Markle for two years before she left the UK, accompanying her on tours to South Africa and Australia.
• In an article for Grazia, he says he became part of the couple's team and developed an "authentic relationship" with them.
• He described Markle as "caring," "sweet," and "silly," often "in fits of giggles."

Meghan Markle's former hairdresser says watching the relationship between the duchess and Prince Harry made him believe in soulmates.

George Northwood worked with Markle for two years until she left the UK, accompanying her on royal tours around the world.

In an article for Grazia, he wrote: "I learned so much about myself working with her and Harry. And actually, one of those lessons was what true love really is.

"They're really such a together team — watching them with everything that's been thrown at them, it made me believe in love and soulmates."

It has been an enormous privilege and a lot of fun working with the The Duke and Duchess of Sussex over the past two years. I have enjoyed every minute collaborating with this amazing couple who not only champion small businesses but have taught me so much about diversity, equality and the importance of good mental health. Here are a few of their many wonderful moments that I was honoured to be a part of. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Harry, Meghan and Archie, wishing you much love and luck for your next exciting chapter! Can’t wait to see you one day soon - and so happy to now be able to share about our special time together ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #GeorgeNorthwood ⁣⁣ #TheDukeandDuchessofSussex⁣⁣ #MeghanandHarry ⁣

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According to Northwood, during his time working with Markle, he became part of her and Harry's inner circle.

"Over the years, and along with Harry, we've developed an authentic relationship during what has been such a big adventure," he said.

"You really feel like you're part of their team."

Northwood described Markle as "caring," "sweet," and "silly," saying that she was often "in fits of giggles."

The Duke and Duchess also jumped out and surprised him for his birthday, he wrote.

During the times when the couple were facing the most severe scrutiny from some of the press and public, Northwood said he tried to be a friend to Markle.

"The hairdresser relationship is very personal, you want to be someone people feel at ease with and trust," he said.

"That was important to me when everything around them got relentless.

"They try to focus on the good in the moment, but she's human, and there were times when she needed support and I would be there for her."

George Northwood did not immediately reply to Insider's request for further comment.

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