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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Kristin Contino

Why Princess Margaret Called Herself a "Bad-Tempered Old Devil" After "Tearful" Incident

Princess Margaret wearin ga white fur wrap and white satin dress with a tiara in 1948.

Princess Margaret was renowned for her glamour, wit and rebellious spirit, but behind closed doors, she had a less flattering reputation. Those who worked for her over the years have spoken of a princess who could be demanding, imperious, and, at times, downright cruel. One royal author has shared some insights about Queen Elizabeth's little sister and her relationship with her staff—including one story that showed "her more vulnerable side."

With a recent Channel 5 documentary about palace staffers and Tom Quinn's upcoming book, Yes, Ma'am: The Secret Life Of Royal Servants, there's been plenty of below-stairs gossip as of late. Per the Daily Mail, Princess Diana’s longtime butler Paul Burrell said that when Princess Margaret returned back to Kensington Palace, she'd "touch the TV, testing it for warmth in case the servants had been watching it while her back was turned."

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