Title Revoked: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Stripped of Sussex Titles by King Charles

Prince Harry and Meghan are actively engaging in what appears to be faux royal activities, attempting to uphold the perception of royalty, as suggested by expert Kinsey Scoffield. Despite being commonly referred to as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, the couple has faced criticism, with Scoffield branding them as celebrities or reality stars. In an interview with the Daily Express, the royal expert stated that engaged royal watchers might categorize Harry and Meghan as such, emphasizing the impact of perception on reality.

As part of their efforts to visually maintain the royal aesthetic, Prince Harry's participation in activities like dropping the puck at the Vancouver Canucks' game was labeled by Scoffield as a faux royal engagement. The couple insists on being addressed as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex in public, emphasizing their commitment to preserving the perception of royalty.

Drawing parallels to Sarah Ferguson's actions when she came to America to elevate her celebrity status and capitalize on her association with the royals, Scoffield highlighted Meghan's similar trajectory. Sarah Ferguson collaborated with Oprah Winfrey, produced Hollywood films, authored books, and even ventured into product promotion on home shopping networks. Queen Elizabeth II has reportedly discouraged members of the royal family from exploiting their roles for commercial gain. In 2020, she prohibited Harry and Meghan from using the term "Sussex Royal" when promoting their ventures.

Vanity Fair's Katy Nichols commented on Harry and Meghan's situation, noting that while Harry remains a prince of England and Meghan the Duchess of Sussex, they are likely proceeding cautiously in navigating any business deals. Despite their departure from the royal firm, the couple has inked lucrative deals with media giants, including a reported $100 million arrangement with Netflix.