When it comes to gift-giving among royals, the options are somewhat limited. Gifts often include dogs, horses, or even light-hearted jests like singing Big Mouth Billy Bass. However, one of the most significant gifts one can receive is a new title. Titles hold a special place in royal tradition, often given to mark significant life events like marriages or long years of service.
Now, what about Meghan and Harry, the California-based couple? According to reports, they've been given a new title by King Charles, but it's not one they are likely to celebrate. Instead of a prestigious honor, it appears that Meghan and Harry have found themselves labeled as "The Others" in a significant reshuffling of the royal family's structure.
This unexpected development was reported by The Daily Mail's From Hard Castle column. While the column's author may not go by the name Hard Castle, their reports are generally well-sourced. According to their sources, King Charles has divided his family into four categories: senior Royals, working Royals, non-working Royals, and "The Others."
But where do Meghan and Harry fit into this new hierarchy, and how do they compare to Prince Andrew, who has faced his own set of controversies? Surprisingly, Meghan and Harry find themselves ranked even lower than Prince Andrew in the King's eyes. It's been reported that Prince Andrew was allowed to attend a memorial service for the late Queen, while Harry faced challenges in obtaining permission to pay his respects at her tomb on the same day.
These recent developments seem to contradict earlier reports of Harry trying to reconcile with his family, potentially aided by King Charles considering purchasing a UK home for the couple. However, the current situation paints a different picture, suggesting that Meghan and Harry may have officially fallen out of favor within the royal hierarchy.
What's particularly baffling is that Prince Andrew, who has faced significant public disapproval, seems to be receiving preferential treatment over the Sussexes. Andrew has been granted permission to stay at his Royal Lodge home indefinitely, a privilege not afforded to Meghan and Harry. He has even maintained his annual shooting weekend at Windsor.
To add to the complexity, there are reports that Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, receive food from Windsor Castle's kitchen and have their 21 acres of grounds maintained by royal gardeners.
Moreover, historian Andrew Lownie's Freedom of Information Act request regarding Scotland Yard's investigation into Virginia Giuffre's claims against Prince Andrew was denied. This move raises questions about the transparency of the investigation into Andrew's alleged misconduct.
In contrast, King Charles appears to be taking a tougher stance on Meghan and Harry. Shortly after the release of Harry's book, they were reportedly ousted from their UK home at Frogmore Cottage. Reports of the King considering leasing a property for them inside Kensington Palace were disputed by the palace itself.
While King Charles's reshuffling of the royal family structure is noteworthy, the treatment of Meghan, Harry, and Prince Andrew seems inconsistent. Many are left questioning why Andrew, despite public disapproval, appears to be gaining favor while Meghan and Harry face challenges and lower status. The disparity in treatment between the three members of "The Others" category raises concerns and underscores the complexity of royal dynamics.
