According to an insider close to the Sussexes, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly considering a return to the UK as part-time members of the royal family. The Duchess is concerned that the public's interest in their brand, Mr. and Mrs. Sussex, may diminish over time. The couple made headlines when they sensationally stepped back from their royal duties and relocated to the United States in 2020, citing ongoing conflicts with the royal institution. One of the factors that influenced their decision was the inability to continue their royal duties on a part-time basis.
It was rumored that the late Queen Elizabeth had expressed a desire for a balanced arrangement, with the Sussexes dividing their time between royal responsibilities in the UK and their personal pursuits in the States. However, it was hoped that King Charles would adopt a more flexible stance on what it means to be a working member of the royal family. Royal author Tom Quinn, speaking to The Mirror, revealed that Meghan and Harry had always hoped that Charles would be more lenient once Queen Elizabeth passed away. The couple envisioned spending six months in the UK as working royals, followed by six months in the United States, believing that this arrangement would enhance the Sussex brand.
Without the working royal aspect, their brand appeared to be losing its appeal, particularly to the American public. Many would have preferred Harry to retain his royal role, as that was what made him interesting and unique. Now that he has relinquished that position, it raises the question of why anyone in the States would remain interested. Megan is troubled by the possibility that her own appeal may diminish as a result. Additionally, an insider from Buckingham Palace disclosed that Harry and Meghan have approached King Charles with a request to rejoin the royal family during their months of unemployment in America.
They offered to stay with the royal family for a period of four to six months, with occasional trips back to the US. In the meantime, Megan Markle is reportedly pressuring Catherine to assume the role of princess while she takes a leave of absence due to health concerns. However, it has been widely reported that King Charles is displeased with Harry and Meghan's decision to retain their royal titles despite stepping down from full-time royal duties. He has advocated for a streamlined monarchy, making any return to the royal fold for the Sussexes highly unlikely. Tensions between the palace and Megan's camp have been escalating, particularly as Meghan appears to be colluding with the media to put pressure on Kate, exacerbating her health issues.
It has been reported that Catherine's mental and physical well-being is fragile, especially following the backlash she received for the edited Mother's Day photograph scandal. Since her apology, social media has subjected her to bullying, which has taken a toll on her overall health. It is important to note that Kate is still in the process of recovering from abdominal surgery she underwent in January. Royal commentator Jenny Bond, speaking on the matter, expressed concern for Kate Middleton, emphasizing the need to give her space to heal.
Bond added that the pressure on Kate is immense, particularly when she appears in public, further exacerbating her fragile mental and physical state. It is crucial that we refrain from bullying someone who is trying to recover from a serious operation. Meanwhile, a friend of Kate's revealed that the photo controversy had deeply affected her, as she never anticipated the negative fallout from what was intended to be an innocent family picture. Joining those in support of Kate, royal expert Angela Lan commended her for her integrity, while urging the public to exercise restraint. She reminded everyone that despite being the future queen, Kate is still an amateur photographer.
