Let's not forget the bombshell moments that defined the Sussexes' tumultuous year. Prince Harry's memoir, "Spare," dropped like a royal bomb in January, revealing behind-the-scenes revelations that sent shockwaves through the monarchy. And just when you thought the dust had settled, December brought us the Netflix docuseries where the couple dropped even more explosive claims about their time within the Royal Family. Talk about airing dirty laundry on a global stage!
But wait, there's more! In November, Omid Scobie's "Endgame" hit the shelves, reigniting the royal race row and stirring up controversy like never before. It seems like the Sussexes can't catch a break, and King Charles' Christmas Day speech is the latest blow in what appears to be a series of royal snubs.
This isn't the first time the royal couple missed out on a shout-out from the King during the festive season. Last year, in Christmas 2022, King Charles chose to focus on the admirable work of William and Kate, once again sidelining Harry and Meghan. Is this a recurring pattern, or is there more to the story?
As King Charles commended the contributions of the royal family throughout the year, we couldn't help but notice the glaring omission. "Throughout the year, my family have witnessed how people of all ages are making a difference to their communities," he stated. But hold on, King Charles, what about Meghan and Harry? Aren't they part of this narrative of making a difference?
December 25 marked the fourth consecutive Christmas that the Sussexes spent away from the UK. Their first Christmas in 2020 followed their step down as senior working royals, and since then, the royal couple has celebrated the holidays across the pond. Prince Archie's only UK Christmas was in 2020, and Princess Lilibet has yet to experience a British holiday season.
Now, here's the burning question: Is this the beginning of the end for Harry and Meghan? Are they slowly fading from relevance in the royal narrative? The King's omission certainly speaks volumes, and it seems like the Sussexes' pursuit of independence may be causing more harm than good.