Joe Rogan recently unleashed a scathing critique of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, challenging the carefully managed public image they’ve cultivated over the years.
With his signature bluntness, Rogan cut through the glossy narrative that has long surrounded the couple, highlighting contradictions in their media strategy and drawing attention to the growing mystery around their children, Archie and Lilibet. He didn't hold back, framing the Sussexes not as brave victims of a rigid institution, but as savvy players capitalizing on controversy and personal drama.
Rogan wasted no time in questioning what he called the couple’s performative victimhood. For years, Harry and Meghan have portrayed themselves as marginalized figures unfairly treated by the monarchy and the media. While this portrayal once earned them sympathy and media buzz, Rogan dismissed it as more of a business model than a personal struggle. He argued that their post-royal careers have been less about courage and more about turning trauma into profit, pointing to their high-profile deals with Spotify, Netflix, and other media giants. In his words, it isn’t about bravery—it’s about business.
One of Rogan’s most biting observations centered on the couple’s children. He joked that he’s seen more photos of Bigfoot than of Archie and Lilibet, mocking how infrequently the children are seen despite their parents’ global fame. He pointed to the staged release of a photo of Lilibet months after her birth as an example of the couple’s overly controlled public image, suggesting it was more a calculated publicity move than a heartfelt family moment. This level of secrecy, Rogan argued, only breeds skepticism and undermines the authenticity the couple claims to represent.
He contrasted this with the openness of Prince William and Kate Middleton, whose children regularly appear at public events and are growing up in the public eye. By comparison, the Sussexes’ tightly controlled media presence has led to conspiracy theories and growing distrust. Rogan questioned how a brand that promotes honesty and vulnerability can remain so guarded about its own family life, calling the strategy not only inconsistent but manipulative.
Rogan also took direct aim at Prince Harry’s conflicting stance on privacy. He mocked Harry for complaining about media intrusion while simultaneously publishing a deeply personal memoir and giving revealing interviews and podcast appearances. “The guy’s crying about privacy while selling his life story,” Rogan quipped, underscoring what many see as a glaring hypocrisy.
Meghan Markle, too, came under fire. Once hailed as a feminist trailblazer and guest editor for British Vogue, she launched a podcast and lifestyle brand aimed at dismantling gender stereotypes. Yet Rogan noted that her public image remains meticulously curated, full of glossy photoshoots and scripted content that feel inauthentic. Her podcast Archetypes was ultimately canceled due to poor performance, and her other media ventures have struggled to gain traction in an industry that once embraced her enthusiastically.
Rogan didn’t stop at their media failures—he also spotlighted their waning influence. Once welcomed into Hollywood’s elite circles, Harry and Meghan now face growing indifference and even backlash. Their deal with Netflix is reportedly on shaky ground, Spotify canceled Meghan’s show, and there are reports of frustration from insiders over their inability to deliver compelling content. Public opinion reflects this decline, with polls showing sharp drops in their favorability, especially among younger audiences who once saw them as champions of change.
Through a mocking impersonation of Harry lamenting palace life, Rogan captured the sentiment of many who view the couple’s complaints as tone-deaf and out of touch. His critique went beyond humor—it served as a cultural wake-up call. He argued that authenticity can’t be manufactured, and respect can’t be demanded through selective narratives or constant litigation. In his view, Meghan’s rise and stumble is a cautionary tale about the perils of blending royalty with celebrity, and victimhood with brand-building.
In the end, Rogan gave voice to a growing fatigue. People are weary of the contradictions, the lawsuits, and the polished yet hollow storytelling. What once seemed like a fresh, transformative royal breakaway now feels like a brand built on grievance. Once seen as symbols of courage and change, Harry and Meghan are increasingly perceived as figures of disillusionment—struggling to maintain relevance in a world that’s moved on.
