Meghan Markle appears unlikely to let public criticism stop her from returning to the UK alongside Prince Harry, according to royal commentator Jennie Bond.
The Duchess of Sussex has faced a divided public reaction in Britain for years, but that has not necessarily prevented her from supporting her husband at important royal and charitable occasions. If another opportunity arises, Meghan could once again accompany Harry during a future UK visit.
The possibility comes as Prince Harry is expected to have an important role connected with the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham. His involvement could potentially bring the couple back into the UK spotlight, particularly if Meghan decides to attend some of the events with him.
Meghan and Harry have already demonstrated a willingness to appear together in Britain. Their recent visit to Highgrove House, where they met King Charles for a family gathering, highlighted the possibility of further joint appearances in the future.
However, Bond acknowledged that Meghan's presence in the UK can attract strong reactions.
“There’s no getting away from the fact that Meghan sharply divides opinion in this country,” Bond said, noting that both her supporters and critics can be highly vocal.
The royal commentator also suggested that Meghan is likely aware that some people in Britain hold her responsible for the distance that has developed between Harry and members of his family.
That means any future public appearance could potentially bring renewed criticism. According to Bond, Meghan may face scrutiny if she attends the Invictus Games or events marking the 30th anniversary of Princess Diana’s death.
Despite that possibility, Bond believes Meghan could still decide to stand beside Harry.
She pointed out that Meghan had appeared willing to accompany Harry at several events earlier in the year, before the latest dispute surrounding his security arrangements created additional complications.
For that reason, Bond sees a realistic possibility of Meghan joining Harry at the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham.
The commentator also believes Meghan's attendance would not necessarily be surprising. Over the years, the couple have frequently supported each other at major Invictus-related occasions, making her presence alongside Harry something many people have come to associate with the event.
Bond expressed hope that Meghan would be able to attend without becoming the focus of negative attention.
Ultimately, Harry's wife remains an important part of his public life, and Bond stressed that he loves Meghan and would naturally want her support during significant occasions.
She also highlighted Meghan's popularity within the Invictus community, suggesting that the response to her presence may be more positive among those directly connected with the Games than the broader UK public reaction sometimes suggests.
For now, Meghan's potential return to Britain remains dependent on future plans and circumstances. But if Harry's 2027 Invictus Games commitments bring him back to Birmingham, the Duchess of Sussex may once again find herself alongside him despite the criticism that has followed her previous UK appearances.
Key Takeaways
- Meghan Markle could potentially accompany Prince Harry during a future UK visit.
- Royal commentator Jennie Bond believes Meghan is unlikely to be deterred by criticism.
- Harry's expected involvement with the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham could provide another opportunity for the couple to appear together in Britain.
- Meghan continues to divide opinion among the UK public, with both strong supporters and critics.
- Bond believes Meghan has an established connection with the Invictus community and hopes she can attend future events without facing excessive criticism.
