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Harry and Meghan: Missing from the Golden Globes Spotlight
In a surprising turn of events, Harry and Meghan have been notably absent from the nominations for the 2023 Golden Globes.
Just last month, journalist Neil Sean revealed that Meghan had encouraged Liz Garbus, the director behind their Netflix documentary, to submit their work to every major award show, including the Golden Globes, Emmys, and even the Oscars.
However, as the 80th Golden Globes ceremony unfolded at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles, it became clear that the couple wasn't on anyone's guest list.
It seems that not even a ticket purchase could get them into this prestigious event.
With their absence, many are left jokingly anticipating their potential domination of the Golden Raspberries instead.
Interestingly, Meghan is reportedly eyeing an invitation to the Met Gala, scheduled for the same week as King Charles' coronation from May 1st to May 6th.
However, it's unclear if they'll receive any invites to either occasion.
The situation surrounding Harry's attendance at the coronation appears equally grim.
Recent claims made by the Duke in his explosive memoir have cast doubt on whether he'll be welcomed back into the royal fold.
Angela Levin, Harry's biographer, warned him not to expect an invitation after his public statements about wanting reconciliation, conditional upon the royals accepting accountability for their actions.
Levin, who has met and interviewed Harry, expressed that the fallout from his revelations has not garnered him the sympathy he might have hoped for.
She pointed out that fewer people empathize with him than he anticipated.
The biographer also criticized Harry for his apparent contradictions, especially regarding the allegations of racism that he and Meghan made during their infamous interview with Oprah Winfrey in March 2021.
The release of Harry and Meghan's Netflix documentary and Harry's memoir, “Spare,” has left many wondering what lies ahead for the Sussexes.
Reports indicate that their popularity in the UK has plummeted to an all-time low, while sentiment in the U.S. is also shifting.
Page Six noted that Americans are increasingly confused about how to perceive the couple.
Mark Bukowski, a global branding and public relations expert, stated that Harry and Meghan are teetering on the edge of losing public support.
Even prominent figures have reacted to Harry's revelations, with the New York Times questioning whether his book altered public perception of him.
Patty Davis, daughter of former President Ronald Reagan, suggested in a Times article that Harry should have thought twice before airing his family's grievances so publicly.
Former first daughter Jenna Bush Hagar echoed similar sentiments on NBC's “Today,” expressing disbelief at Harry's decision to criticize his brother, Prince William, in such a manner.
The backlash seems to be growing, with some Conservative MPs in the UK calling for Harry to be stripped of his titles due to his negative portrayal of the royal family.
Isle of Wight MP Bob Seeley plans to introduce legislation aimed at downgrading Harry's dukedom, drawing parallels to how German royals lost their titles following World War I.
Under this proposed legislation, members of the Privy Council could potentially remove the Duke and Duchess of Sussex titles, with Seeley highlighting the hypocrisy of the couple benefiting from their royal names while simultaneously criticizing the institution.
As the Sussexes navigate this tumultuous landscape, the question remains: what will their next move be?
The couple's choices seem to be under increasing scrutiny as they grapple with their identities both within and outside the royal family.