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**Meghan and Harry Under Pressure to Make Lasting Impact**

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**Meghan and Harry Under Pressure to Make Lasting Impact**

Royal expert Andrew Morton has expressed concerns that and must act swiftly to solidify their influence before being overshadowed by the next generation of Royals.

Since relinquishing their Royal duties and relocating to the U.S. in March last year, the Sussexes have engaged in various ventures, securing lucrative deals with both Spotify and Netflix.

Despite acknowledging the couple's significance, Morton highlighted the time constraints facing and Meghan to truly leave a mark.

The recent visit of Prince Harry and Meghan to New York, where they mingled with American politicians, was hailed as a demonstration of their global standing by the Royal expert.

He pointed out that the widespread recognition of the couple by their first names, akin to iconic figures like Madonna, underscores their popularity.

However, Morton expressed skepticism regarding the couple's ability to deliver on their substantial contracts, noting their limited output, such as a single podcast episode for Spotify.

Amidst their commitment to making their foundation charity Carbon Neutral by 2030, following their exclusion from 's speech at the COP26 climate summit, Royal author Andrew Morton has urged Meghan and Harry to act promptly to leave a lasting imprint.

Morton, the author of “Meghan and the Unmasking of the Monarchy,” asserted that the Sussexes' departure from the Royal family presented an opportunity for them to shape their legacy independently of the traditional monarchy.

In a recent interview with Salon, Morton emphasized that Prince Charles and were contemplating streamlining the monarchy, which could have relegated Harry and Meghan to a supportive role as the Cambridge children matured.

Morton's updated version of “Meghan and the Unmasking of the Monarchy” delves into Meghan's journey from working in a frozen yoghurt restaurant to her headline-making interview with .

The decision of Harry and Meghan to step back from their Royal roles aligned with Prince Charles's vision of a more streamlined monarchy.

Addressing the speculation surrounding the christening of Diana, the five-month-old daughter of Prince Harry and , the Bishop of Liverpool expressed optimism about the ceremony.

With considerations about the location of the christening – whether in the U.S., the UK, or elsewhere – swirling, reports suggest the Duke and Duchess of Sussex prefer a UK ceremony.

The evolving travel restrictions due to the pandemic have complicated their plans, although the UK is gradually easing international travel restrictions.

Reflecting on the christening of 's brother, , in 2019 at Windsor Chapel, the Archbishop of Canterbury led a private ceremony attended by a select group of family and friends.

The Bishop of Liverpool highlighted the longstanding tradition within the royal family of christenings, underscoring the significance of the ceremony, particularly given the Queen's role as the head of the Church of England.

Despite uncertainties surrounding Lilibet's christening, the Queen is anticipated to celebrate the occasion with hope and joy.

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