Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Criticism for Using Royal Titles
Critics have accused Meghan Markle, based in Los Angeles, of exploiting her royal background to promote her lifestyle brand, As Ever. This came after she released a wedding-inspired candle.
Continued Use of Royal Titles
The controversy surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's use of their HRH titles and the term "royal" persists. Despite their departure from the Royal Family, they continue to use these titles, sparking debate.
Reignition of Debate
Recently, King Charles stripped his brother, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, of the "prince" title in an unprecedented statement. Some Daily Mail readers have argued that Harry and Meghan should also lose their titles due to what they call "appalling" treatment of the monarchy.
Royal Family's Perspective
"Senior royals and Buckingham Palace officials have long speculated on the Sussexes' intention to 'monetise the monarchy' while resisting the withdrawal of their titles, despite the terms of the Sandringham agreement."
Royal author Tom Bower notes that the couple's prolonged announcement about "stepping down" was perceived as spiteful, especially after the Palace insisted they cease using the Sussex Royal brand in February 2020, following Prince Harry's $1 million speaking engagement at JP Morgan in Miami.
Critics' View on Meghan Markle
Some critics suggest Meghan, 44, is leveraging her royal background to promote her brand, As Ever, including a recent signature candle inspired by her wedding with Prince Harry.
Author's summary: The continued use of royal titles by Harry and Meghan and their commercial activities stir ongoing debate over royal protocol and their motivations in maintaining royal associations.