Meghan Markle’s Bold Move with Princess Lilibet Sparks Royal Controversy
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have always been cautious about shielding their children from the public eye. However, the Duchess of Sussex’s latest decision involving their daughter, Princess Lilibet, has raised eyebrows and drawn significant attention. As Meghan ventures into a new chapter with her lifestyle brand, the move has been labeled as risky by royal experts.
The former *Suits* actress recently unveiled her rebranded lifestyle venture, *As Ever*, formerly known as *American Riviera Orchard*. While the launch of the brand’s website was met with curiosity, it was the inclusion of Princess Lilibet in the promotional imagery that sparked debate. Although the three-year-old’s face was not fully visible—captured from a distance—the decision to feature her at all has been met with criticism.
Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams expressed concerns about the potential long-term impact on Meghan’s relationship with her daughter. He emphasized that Lilibet is “too young” to understand or consent to being used in such a manner. “Meghan and Harry rarely allow their children to be seen,” Fitzwilliams told *Express.co.uk*. “Lilibet is too young to protest. However, when she looks back, I doubt her appearance on the website of *As Ever* will be one of her favorite memories.”
This isn’t the first time the Sussexes have shared glimpses of their children. In their annual Christmas card, the couple featured Prince Archie, five, and Princess Lilibet, three, in a series of six photos. The images showed the children from behind as they ran toward their parents, maintaining a level of privacy while still including them in the family’s public narrative.
However, Hugo Vickers, another royal expert, criticized the couple for what he perceives as exploiting their children for promotional purposes. Speaking to *The Sun*, Vickers stated, “They are using their children for advertising purposes, especially when their children are officially members of the Royal Family.”
The debate highlights the delicate balance Meghan and Harry must strike as they navigate their roles as public figures and parents. While they have consistently advocated for privacy, their decisions regarding their children’s involvement in their ventures continue to draw scrutiny. As Meghan’s *As Ever* brand gains traction, the conversation around the use of Princess Lilibet’s image is likely to persist, raising questions about the boundaries between family life and public branding.
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