However, this was not unique to them, as other non-male members of the royal family, such as Princess Anne's children, Zara Tindall and Peter Phillips, also did not receive prince/princess titles at the time due to the succession rules.
A new book claims that the highest levels of the royal family discussed the possibility of reducing Harry and Meghan's titles to simply Mr. and Mrs. Mountbatten-Windsor, especially since they stepped back from royal duties and moved to California. This idea has been supported by many, including Mirror readers who participated in a poll voting for the couple to be stripped of their titles.
King Charles and Prince William are reportedly irritated by the prospect of Prince Harry revealing more about the royal family's private life in court. While Charles acknowledges that Harry is now a private citizen, the royal family aims to stay focused and not be distracted by legal battles.
Recently, there was a notable change on the British royal family website where Meghan and Harry's titles were downgraded to the Earl and Countess of Dumbarton. This change was quickly reverted, with some viewing it as trolling by the palace, while others believed it was a mistake.
The calls for Parliament to act on removing titles used for financial gain and denigrating the monarchy have intensified. Suggestions include Prince Harry being referred to as Prince Harry, Earl of Dumbarton, while Meghan would be the Countess of Dumbarton, a status similar to Edward and Sophie's titles.
Meanwhile, state visits are back in the royal agenda, and Kate and William are considering taking their children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, on overseas trips to strengthen their global presence.
Despite the royal family's plans, the global news cycle might not be as indifferent as the monarchy when it comes to Harry's ongoing legal matters and the scrutiny surrounding the couple's actions. The public continues to closely follow the developments involving Harry and Meghan's titles and their relationship with the royal family.
