King Charles III is considering stripping his son Prince Harry and daughter-in-law Meghan of their royal titles due to potential damaging revelations in upcoming projects.
This move could have significant repercussions for Meghan, who was bestowed the title of Duchess of Sussex by the late Queen Elizabeth II when she married Prince Harry in 2018, marking her transition from a US commoner to a prominent figure in the British royal family.
The Duchess received several patronages along with the title, which have since been reassigned to other members of the royal family residing in England.
Despite stepping back from royal duties and relocating to the United States in 2020, Meghan has continued to use her royal title, a decision that has faced criticism from the British public.
King Charles has reportedly expressed frustration over the negative portrayal of the royal family in the couple’s upcoming Netflix documentary and Prince Harry’s memoir titled “Spare,” leading to concerns for Meghan and Harry.
The King has hinted at severe consequences if the Sussexes persist in criticizing the institution, including the possibility of complete isolation from the royal family.
If Meghan were to lose her royal title, she would revert to being known as Meghan Markle.
The extent of King Charles’s actions remains uncertain, but there are indications that he is willing to take drastic measures to distance the couple from the monarchy.
Author Tina Brown’s book “The Palace Papers: Inside the House of Windsor, The Truth and the Turmoil” sheds light on Meghan’s past utilization of her now-defunct blog, The Tig, to obtain luxury goods at no cost.
Brown also discusses how Meghan empowered Harry to break away from the royal family.
In an interview promoting her book, Brown highlighted Meghan’s keen interest in securing deals and luxury items, leveraging her celebrity status for personal gain.
She suggested that Harry was influenced by Meghan’s strategic mindset and desire for financial independence, attributing his decision to leave the royal family to her guidance.
Brown emphasized that the couple underestimated the challenges of life outside the royal institution, especially the loss of the palace’s influential network and advisory support.
The absence of palace advisors and convening power has posed unforeseen difficulties for Harry and Meghan, who now navigate a world where their royal connections no longer hold the same sway.
Brown noted that while the couple may have felt constrained by palace protocols, they failed to anticipate the significance of the platform and opportunities afforded by their royal status.
The couple’s departure from the firm has exposed them to a reality where their decisions are not met with the same level of reception or assistance as before, prompting a reevaluation of their strategies and priorities moving forward.