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King Charles Deals Huge Blow to Harry and Meghan, Strips Their HRH Titles on Official Website
Three years following their decision to step back from royal duties, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle faced a significant setback as King Charles removed their His Royal Highness (HRH) titles from the Royal Family's website.
The Duke of Sussex's official page no longer bears the prestigious title after the couple's departure to the United States in January 2020.
The palace had previously announced that Harry and Meghan would cease using their HRH titles upon relinquishing their roles as senior working members of the Royal Family.
The official statement issued on 18th January 2020 explicitly stated that “The Sussexes will not use their HRH titles as they are no longer working members of the Royal Family.”
Moreover, the names of Harry and the Duchess of Sussex were notably relocated to the lower section of the family's main webpage, just above Prince Andrew, who has faced his own controversies.
The current working royals are listed above them on the page, underscoring their diminished status within the royal hierarchy.
Harry's insistence on being referred to as HRH during his testimony in a London court in June likely played a role in prompting this change on the website.
The couple had initially assured the Royal Family that they would not exploit their HRH titles, making this move by King Charles a clear message to the couple.
The latest development further complicates the narrative surrounding the couple's potential return to Kensington Palace, as their Hollywood aspirations have encountered setbacks.
Their highly anticipated $20 million podcast deal with Spotify fell through, with a senior executive labeling them as “grifters” due to their perceived lack of commitment to the project.
Additionally, their Netflix special did not receive any Emmy nominations, disappointing the couple who had hoped for critical acclaim.
An insider close to Harry and Meghan reflected on their recent business ventures, describing them as a “rude awakening” for the couple.
The source highlighted that the couple's royal status inflated expectations surrounding their projects, leading to overpayment and underperformance.
Despite their efforts to distance themselves from the monarchy, their actions have inadvertently fueled global interest in the institution, according to observations from Lady C.
Addressing the impact of Harry and Meghan's anti-monarchy stance, Lady Colin noted that their behavior has inadvertently shed a positive light on the rest of the royal family.
She emphasized that the contrast between the couple's actions and the conduct of other royals has drawn attention to the exemplary behavior of the monarchy.
Similarly, royal writer Phil Dampier echoed the sentiment, suggesting that the royal properties under King Charles's purview could be leveraged for financial gain, potentially benefiting the UK economy.
In light of these developments, there is a growing acknowledgment that Harry and Meghan's actions have inadvertently highlighted the strengths and virtues of the royal family, positioning them in a more favorable light.
As King Charles assumes a more prominent role within the monarchy, there is optimism regarding the potential for leveraging royal assets for economic benefit.
The future outlook suggests that with strategic planning and proper execution, the royal family could capitalize on its heritage and resources to generate substantial revenue for the country.