The Sussex Squad is currently in full meltdown mode, fervently pleading with King Charles and Queen Camilla to officially recognize Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's children.
Yet, it seems they’ve forgotten that Harry and Meghan have been the ones denying their children opportunities to meet their royal grandparents. In 2019, they notably declined the Queen’s invitations to spend the summer holidays and Christmas festivities with the royal family. Queen Camilla even shared a heartwarming glimpse into King Charles’s often-overlooked role as a grandfather during a documentary celebrating his 70th birthday.
She revealed, “He’ll get down on his knees and crawl about with them for hours. He reads Harry Potter and can do all the funny voices. The children really adore him.” It’s an endearing image, yet, ironically, Harry and Meghan have chosen to keep their children away from this loving environment since 2019.
Despite having had multiple invitations to Balmoral and other family events, Harry and Meghan continually opted out. Who could forget when they claimed to be swamped with charitable duties, only for Meghan to be spotted jetting off to New York for a social outing with Serena Williams, while Harry stayed home with their then four-month-old son? These actions highlight their decision to distance their children from royal family gatherings, depriving them of precious moments and the opportunity to form bonds with their extended family. They turned down numerous chances to foster these relationships, including during significant occasions like the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.
Meanwhile, Harry’s cousins are busy creating memorable moments with their own children, nurturing strong family ties. In contrast, Harry appears more preoccupied with airing grievances than fostering family connections. Archie and Lilibet may hold princely titles, but without photos or family events to back them up, what meaning do these titles truly carry? Meghan, by isolating their children from the royal fold, risks setting them up for a future where they’re ridiculed within the monarchy for bearing titles but having little connection to the royal family itself. How isolating must it be for them to grow up in a mansion, with no real ties to their royal heritage?
Moreover, Harry and Meghan’s stance on the royal family is rife with contradictions. On the one hand, they’ve accused the family of racism, yet on the other, they’re now imploring the same institution for recognition of their children. It’s difficult to reconcile these two narratives, as it appears they’re unable to commit to a consistent story. While they publicly criticize the royal family’s perceived wrongdoings, they’re simultaneously seeking royal validation. It’s a classic example of wanting to have it both ways.
At the same time, King Charles has established deep, loving relationships with his other grandchildren—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—who thrive within the royal family’s supportive environment. These children are not just names with titles; they are actively engaged in family life, creating joyful memories with their grandfather. In contrast, Harry’s children, Archie and Lilibet, miss out on these bonding moments due to their parents’ decisions.
The question of freedom also looms large in Harry and Meghan’s narrative. If they genuinely sought independence from the royal family, why are they now seeking royal titles and recognition so fervently? Their actions suggest a contradictory desire: to break away from the institution while simultaneously clinging to the benefits and prestige it offers. This push for recognition, while continually bashing the monarchy, only serves to highlight their desire for status without the responsibilities that come with it.
Meanwhile, Queen Camilla continues to shine, her popularity in the UK outpacing that of Harry and Meghan. Recent surveys show that she is more beloved by the British public than the Sussexes could have ever imagined being. This reality must sting for Harry and Meghan, particularly since they once believed that royal titles would solve all their problems and elevate their status.
Ultimately, the responsibility for maintaining family ties falls on Harry. He has had numerous opportunities to introduce his children to their royal heritage, yet he consistently chose to distance them. As the Sussexes now scramble for recognition, it’s clear that the rift they face has been, in large part, of their own making.
