Critics questioned the choice of jogging in a car park, drawing parallels to past criticisms the couple directed at others for staging paparazzi shots. Some speculated on Harry's appearance, suggesting he could have embraced a more polished look for the photoshoot. Others commented on the couple's tendency to gravitate towards car parks for their photo ops. The article touches upon Queen Elizabeth's reported anger over the couple's decision to use her childhood nickname for their daughter. According to a member of the Queen's staff, her reaction was described as one of the angriest moments witnessed. The revelation is part of the ongoing serialization of a new biography, "Charles III: New King, New Court – The Inside Story" by the royal biographer Robert Hardman.
The Sussexes responded to claims that they didn't seek permission for the name by instructing their lawyers to issue warnings against News broadcasters and Publishers, including the BBC. However, attempts to involve the palace in supporting their version of events were reportedly rebuffed. Recollections about the Queen's blessing to name their daughter Lilibet varied, leading to tensions between the Sussexes and the palace.
Despite initial threats of legal action and claims of defamation, no lawsuits materialized against the BBC, and the Palace staff reportedly breathed a sigh of relief after the Queen's initial fury over the naming controversy subsided. The article suggests that recollections about the late Queen's reaction to the Oprah Winfrey interview were inconsistent, ultimately leading to the dissolution of threats of legal action and the anticipated libel actions against the BBC never materializing.
