They chose the latter and retained their titles, but relinquished their Royal Highness status. Fast forward to 2021—a year of reckoning. The Queen decided to sever Harry and Meghan's honorary royal patronages and military roles, leaving them at a crossroads.
Following the Queen's passing, all eyes turned to King Charles and how he would manage his rebellious son, Harry. With Harry spilling family secrets in his memoir "Spare," anticipation grew about what actions the King would take.
The time has come—Harry and Meghan bid farewell to Frogmore Cottage, trading it for the allure of Montecito. And what about those cherished titles—Duke and Duchess of Sussex? Well, that's where the intrigue deepens.
Royal author Robert Jobson reveals discussions at the highest levels regarding the Sussex titles. Some advocate for stripping Harry of his Sussex title, but the King is reportedly hesitant. Royal etiquette expert Grant Harold speculates that Charles might leave the titles unchanged.
After all, Harry's title was a gift from his late mother, a sentimental bond that Charles might not want to sever. But there's a twist—could the prestigious "HRH" status be in jeopardy?
While history has seen titles revoked for lesser controversies, the potential backlash could deter King Charles from taking such a step.
