In a recent episode of Saturday Night Live, host Michael Che humorously took a playful jab at Prince Harry, whimsically referring to him as "Satan."
The absence of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry from the Golden Globes became a source of jokes, with comedian Joe Koy mocking their lucrative contracts in 2023. The Sussexes faced setbacks, including the loss of their Spotify deal, with an executive branding them as "grifters."
Royal expert Phil Dampier noted that the consistent negative press signals a decline in their popularity in the United States, observing that falling out with woke celebrities reflects a fading star.
Beyond the Golden Globes, popular animated shows like South Park and Family Guy also targeted the couple, depicting them as figures of fun. Expert Maya Arz suggested that Meghan and Harry should brace themselves for such jokes, given their recent run-ins with Family Guy and South Park. Leaving the royal family, they've become accustomed to humor at their expense.
The Golden Globes host, Joe Koy, making jokes about them implies that, in his eyes, the ex-royals remain relevant. PR expert Ryan McCormack pointed out that their diminishing spotlight might stem from a perceived lack of action and failure to address criticism.
In a Saturday Night Live sketch during the Weekend Update segment, Michael Che, joined by James Austin Johnson and Devin Walker playing British rappers Millie Pounds and Shy CH, engaged in a comedic exchange referencing the royal family. The rap featured nods to Prince Harry, Tyler Perry, and Meghan Markle's statement about concerns regarding their unborn child's skin color during the Oprah Winfrey interview in March 2021.
Meanwhile, Prince Harry faced a major blow as he was barred from a role that would allow him to step in for his father, King Charles, in case of need. People magazine reported that Prince Harry will not be among the councilors of state that King Charles could call upon when dealing with an enlarged prostate.
Legislation passed by Parliament restricts substitute roles to working members of the royal family, sidelining Prince Andrew and Harry. King Charles added Princess Anne and Prince Edward to the eligible members who can act on his behalf. Buckingham Palace announced that King Charles will be admitted to the hospital next week for treatment for an enlarged prostate.
