Little Lilibet has now been pulled into her mother’s web of fabrications, and it’s genuinely disheartening to witness. For years, many of us have questioned this approach.
There’s a clear distinction between protecting a child’s privacy and what’s happening here. While William and Catherine have struck the perfect balance—offering the public occasional glimpses of their children while fiercely guarding their privacy—the Sussexes have taken a rather perplexing route. Now, we see Lilibet carefully positioned in seemingly candid moments with Serena Williams, conveniently coinciding with Meghan Markle’s rebranded lifestyle venture and upcoming Netflix cooking show. A coincidence? Hardly.
Let’s not forget that Harry and Meghan originally stepped away from royal life under the pretense of seeking privacy. It has become increasingly clear that privacy was never the goal—control was. They wanted full authority over their narrative, dictating what could be shared, monetized, and spun in their favor. This latest orchestrated video feels particularly unsettling. The cryptic filming, the calculated releases—it’s all carefully staged. And now, there are these bizarre claims of Archie waking up and saying, “Mama, I don’t want to work too hard.” It’s difficult to take any of this seriously.
At its core, this all seems like a last-ditch attempt to salvage Meghan’s dwindling brand. The launch of American Riviera Orchard was far from the success she likely envisioned. A few jars of jam sent to celebrity friends do not make a thriving business. Now, with her Netflix show With Love, Meghan on the horizon, the pressure must be mounting. Suddenly, there’s a flurry of media activity—interviews with questionable publications, Harry making the rounds in various outlets, all attempting to generate buzz. Have you noticed Meghan’s insistence on being called “Sussex” rather than “Markle”? She even told a celebrity—whose name escapes me—that she no longer identifies as Markle. And why? Because without the royal connection, there’s little left to sustain her influence.
It’s heartbreaking to consider the children in all of this. While George, Charlotte, and Louis are raised with a clear separation between their public and private lives—protected yet prepared for their futures—Archie and Lilibet seem to be nothing more than bargaining chips. The most revealing part of this spectacle is Meghan’s recent comment to People magazine about the Sussex name. She spoke about it as a “shared family name,” something that connects her, Harry, and their children. The contradiction is striking, given their past rejection of royal titles and traditions.
Meanwhile, William and Catherine continue to serve the British people with dignity, even in the face of Catherine’s health challenges. They have maintained their privacy without shutting out the public entirely—this is the delicate balance of royal duty. In contrast, Meghan’s strategy appears to be reaching its inevitable conclusion. The cooking show, the lifestyle brand, the sudden emergence of the children after years of being shielded—it all reeks of desperation. The Netflix deal appears to be on shaky ground, and they’re throwing everything at it. If it fails, Meghan seems to be preparing for another pivot—re-embracing the Sussex title, potentially laying the groundwork for a return to royal life if needed.
But the public remembers. We recall the accusations, the disputed claims about Archie’s title, the infamous rift with Catherine, and the breach of family confidences. The road back to royal life—if that is indeed Meghan’s goal—will be far from smooth. The true tragedy in all of this is the two children caught in the middle. Whether hidden away or strategically paraded, they deserve better than to be used as tools in their parents’ publicity machine.
This is why so many continue to stand by William and Catherine. Through all the challenges, they have remained composed, prioritizing duty and family with unwavering integrity. They understand the true meaning of being royal—it’s not just about privilege but about service. As the Sussex saga continues to unfold, the contrast could not be more apparent. The truth has a way of emerging, and cracks are beginning to show in the carefully curated Sussex facade. Keep watching—this story is far from over.
