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A Royal Mockery: Harry and Meghan’s Humiliation in the Spotlight
Harry and Meghan Markle find themselves at the center of ridicule, as per insights from a royal expert.
The couple's unexpected embarrassment has emerged from an unexpected source – the animated adult series South Park recently aired an episode titled “A Dumb Prince and His Stupid Wife.”
In a preview of the yet-to-be-released episode, character Kyle expresses frustration, exclaiming, “It's seriously driving me crazy.
I'm sick of hearing about them, but I can't get away from them.
They're everywhere.
In my face.”
Anne dismisses the royal couple, stating, “Look Kyle, we just don't care about some dumb prince and his stupid wife.”
Royal expert Daniela Elsa, contributing to News.com Australia, highlighted this as a clear indication that Harry and Meghan have become objects of mockery.
Elsa emphasized the significance of the moment, urging readers to mark their calendars and acknowledge that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have indeed become a laughing stock.
She pointed out that this incident adds to a series of recent high-profile embarrassments for the couple.
Notable personalities have also joined in on poking fun at the Sussexes.
During the Grammys, Trevor Noah humorously remarked about James Corden's discretion regarding personal matters.
Similarly, Chelsea Handler delivered a sharp comment about Prince Harry during the Critics Choice Awards.
Elsa noted that despite their individual successes, such as Harry's upcoming book and Meghan's popular Spotify podcast, the couple's public image is shifting from influential figures to mere punchlines.
The increasing divisiveness surrounding Harry and Meghan is evident, as even A-list celebrities seem hesitant to publicly support them.
Miss Elsa referenced a moment from a Netflix docuseries released in December, where Meghan receives a text from Beyonce, raising questions about the lack of public backing from stars like her.
Elsa speculated that the couple's aggressive public relations tactics, including the Oprah interview and Netflix series, may have polarized opinions to an extent where public support wanes.
Since relocating to the US in early 2020, Harry and Meghan have found a supportive ally in actor and producer Tyler Perry, who offered them assistance and even became the godfather to their second child.
Despite their connections in Hollywood, the couple has faced mockery on various US television programs.
While their book “Spare” has seen commercial success, certain episodes detailing personal anecdotes have been met with ridicule, such as a sketch on the Jimmy Kimmel show mocking Harry's account of an altercation with Prince William.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were recently seen attending the wedding vow renewal ceremony of Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi among other A-listers.
However, their presence at such events contrasts with the ongoing satirical portrayals of them in US media.
As their public image continues to evolve, Harry and Meghan navigate a delicate balance between fascination and ridicule, leaving many to ponder their future trajectory in the spotlight.