The Family Guy episode in question, which poked fun at Meghan and Prince Harry and highlighted their diminishing public favor in America, left Meghan feeling embarrassed. An insider revealed to Closer magazine that this episode starkly illustrated the shift in public opinion against the couple in the United States, and Meghan was determined not to endure any further humiliation.
According to the insider, Meghan urged Harry to put aside his pride and seek forgiveness from his family, believing it to be the only way to salvage their reputation. The Sussexes felt that they were not receiving due credit and were struggling to catch a break, particularly in the face of criticism from the Hollywood establishment. They found it especially hurtful to be portrayed as privileged or self-serving.
After distancing herself from Family Guy for several months, Meghan has now presented Harry with a demand to do whatever it takes to rectify the situation. The controversial Family Guy episode, which aired on October 22nd, included a scenario parodying the Sussexes' financial endeavors and their decision to step back as senior members of the royal family in 2020. The show's character, Peter Griffin, humorously compared himself to them, highlighting their lucrative deals and sponsored Instagram posts.
The episode further mocked the royal family and raised the prospect of a strained relationship. Rumors suggest that Meghan is content to let Harry handle communications with his family, potentially as part of her agreement with the William Morris Endeavor (WME) agency, which advised her to leverage her reputation amid her conflicts with the monarchy.
Given the deep-seated mistrust that exists, particularly following the Sussexes' announcement that they would not participate in King Charles's 75th birthday celebrations, royal expert Richard Fitz Williams predicted that it might take years for the royal family and the public to reconcile. The couple's history of disrupting royal plans has made a reconciliation seem unlikely, especially since they are reportedly still seeking an apology from the royal family.
Meanwhile, Royal expert and author Omid Scobie dispelled claims that his upcoming book, "End Game," is about Harry and Meghan. He clarified on Twitter that the book primarily focuses on the current state of the British royal family and is not related to the Sussexes. He emphasized that their story is only a small part of the larger narrative.
Earlier reports suggested that Meghan and Harry extended an olive branch to King Charles on his 75th birthday, with Prince Harry reportedly calling his father on the special day. The father-son duo agreed to chat again in the coming week. Additionally, the couple's children, Archie and Lilibet, recorded a video of themselves singing "Happy Birthday" to their grandfather.
