Piers Morgan has once again reignited his ongoing feud with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, asserting that the couple should be stripped of their royal titles due to the damage they have allegedly inflicted on the monarchy.
In a recent interview with The Sun, Morgan accused the Duke and Duchess of Sussex of undermining the royal institution and negatively influencing the Commonwealth. His criticism comes amid continued controversy surrounding the couple, particularly in the wake of their explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey, which he has condemned on multiple occasions.
Morgan, who made headlines after resigning from Good Morning Britain in March 2021, has remained relentless in his critique of Harry and Meghan. His departure followed a heated on-air debate regarding Meghan’s claims about her mental health struggles—claims he openly refused to believe. In his first newspaper interview since leaving the show, Morgan doubled down on his stance, expressing frustration over what he perceives as the couple’s exploitation of mental health and racism for personal gain. He accused them of hypocrisy, pointing to their lucrative media deals, reportedly worth hundreds of millions of dollars, while still retaining their royal status. "I think they should be stripped of their titles because they're trashing the institution and causing significant damage to the Commonwealth, where many countries are buying into this racism nonsense," Morgan asserted. "They've positioned themselves as the world's biggest victims in the middle of a global pandemic—it's pathetic. Harry needs to grow up."
Morgan also took aim at Prince Harry’s public persona, criticizing his tendency to repeatedly reference his personal tragedies. "He acts as if he’s the only person who has ever experienced grief," Morgan remarked. "My father died when I was one, and I don’t use that for personal gain or financial benefit." His comments underscore his belief that personal hardships should not be leveraged for profit or public sympathy—an accusation he has frequently directed at the Sussexes.
His dramatic exit from Good Morning Britain remains one of the most talked-about moments in British television history. Known for his outspoken nature, Morgan refused to apologize for his remarks about Meghan Markle, despite facing significant pressure to do so. "I was hired to give strong, honest opinions, and I did just that. But in the end, I was asked to apologize for an opinion I genuinely held," he explained. One of the defining moments that led to his resignation was the backlash following Meghan and Harry’s Oprah interview, in which Meghan revealed she had struggled with suicidal thoughts. Morgan publicly questioned her claims, triggering an unprecedented number of complaints to Ofcom, making it the most complained-about TV broadcast in British history.
Despite the controversy, Good Morning Britain saw a surge in ratings during Morgan’s tenure, with the show even surpassing BBC Breakfast in viewership on the day of his departure. "Honestly, overtaking the BBC on my final day is one of my proudest achievements—it was something nobody thought possible," he boasted.
Morgan has since hinted at a possible return to Good Morning Britain, but only under certain conditions. "I’d seriously consider coming back if I had complete creative control—if I could rip it up and do things my way, both producing and presenting," he stated. He expressed frustration over what he saw as limitations imposed by management during his time on the show, feeling that too much of the burden was placed on him to carry the program. "I always wanted the best people around me, but there was too much reliance on me alone," he explained.
Although he praised Susanna Reid and other colleagues from Good Morning Britain, Morgan emphasized the need for a stronger, more dynamic team to revamp the show's format. His outspoken criticism of Harry and Meghan is part of a larger conversation about celebrity accountability and the responsibilities of public figures. As the Sussexes continue to navigate their post-royal careers, public discourse surrounding them remains deeply polarized. Morgan’s unfiltered commentary ensures that he remains a central figure in debates about the monarchy and the scrutiny that high-profile individuals should face. His potential return to Good Morning Britain continues to be a topic of interest, with many wondering how his bold and unapologetic approach could shape the future of the show.
