The underlying motive behind Schultz's jests appeared to be his aspiration to establish himself and his wife as the new royalty in Montecito. In a wedding photo featuring Emma Turner, Schultz managed to outshine Harry and Meghan, emerging as the most tagged individual in Montecito photos—a playful triumph for Schultz. This isn't the first instance of Schultz taking a playful jab at the British royal family. Back in January 2023, he boldly asserted that nobody in America cares about Prince Harry and Meghan, particularly in the context of Harry's controversial tell-all book. Schultz's candid remarks align with a broader trend of public figures expressing indifference or criticism toward the couple as 2024 unfolds.
Harry and Meghan have encountered various setbacks and public criticisms, including not being invited to the Duke of Westminster's wedding and Meghan's absence from the "Suits" reunion at the Golden Globe Awards. Comedian Joe Koy, the event's host, openly called them out, describing them as grifters who earn millions for doing nothing. Additionally, Harry's exclusion from an official book celebrating notable graduates from the Sandhurst Military Academy added to their challenges. Megan faces a defamation lawsuit from her half-sister Samantha, with a tentative trial date set for November 2024. The lawsuit seeks $75,000 in damages, alleging that Meghan defamed Samantha during her 2021 interview with Oprah Winfrey.
The ongoing challenges, coupled with a potential end to a super injunction in May, present a challenging outlook for Harry and Meghan, leaving them on a perceived downward spiral with diminishing support in various spheres.
