Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are set to visit Australia next month, a decision that is said to have left King Charles feeling somewhat uneasy.
This concern was highlighted by Grant Harrold, the king’s former butler. In a conversation with Cheat Sheet, Harrold suggested that the monarch’s apprehension comes from Australia’s historically critical view of the royal family. He explained, “Australia hasn’t always been fully supportive of the monarchy. Having non-working royals visit could reignite debates about the monarchy, which is something the king would want to avoid in order to maintain good relations with the country.”
Harrold added that the couple’s trip might provoke protests or renewed discussions about the royal institution. “The king and queen would certainly prefer that Harry and Meghan steer clear of controversy or spark debate while in Australia. Any misstep could potentially reignite questions about the monarchy’s relevance,” he said.
This will be Meghan and Harry’s first visit to Australia since their 16-day tour following their wedding in 2018.
