Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway recently pointed out a significant error in Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s announcement regarding the christening of their daughter, Lilibet.
While their son, Archie, had a royal christening in Windsor shortly after his birth in May 2019, the situation was quite different when Lilibet arrived in June 2021, as the family had already departed from the royal scene and settled in California.
In a surprising turn of events last March, Harry and Meghan revealed that Lilibet had been christened at their Montecito residence, marking the first time they used a royal title in such a context.
During a segment on GMB, Kate highlighted a notable discrepancy in the statement released by the Sussexes.
She expressed concerns about the lack of accuracy in their communication, emphasizing the importance of getting facts right, especially when one is scrutinizing media reports about themselves.
Kate pointed out that the Sussexes had referred to the Bishop of Los Angeles as the Archbishop in their announcement, which she deemed factually incorrect and unhelpful, considering the couple’s emphasis on accuracy and representation.
The individual responsible for conducting Lilibet’s christening, the Reverend John Taylor, has a diverse background that includes prior involvement in politics, having worked for former President Richard Nixon from 1984 to 1990.
Despite being referred to as the Bishop of Los Angeles in the Episcopal Church’s Diocese of Los Angeles, Taylor’s past as a journalist’s son and his former role as Chief of Staff to President Nixon, a Republican, added an intriguing layer to the situation.
The timing of Lilibet’s christening, occurring three months before her second birthday, raised eyebrows, especially when compared to Archie’s christening at a much younger age.
Speculation arose about potential reasons for the delay, with some attributing it to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and associated travel restrictions.
Commentator Daniela Elsa suggested that the timing might have been a strategic move by the Sussexes, prompting further intrigue into their motives.
Doubts surrounding the christening event itself surfaced, with some questioning the existence of the children or the validity of the ceremony.
The alteration of Archie and Lilibet’s surname to Sussex instead of Mountbatten-Windsor post-King Charles’ coronation in May 2023 drew criticism from Dr. Carol Lieberman, who accused the couple of desperation.
Lieberman insinuated that Meghan’s expectations of retaining popularity in the US based on their royal ties without active engagement in charitable endeavors had backfired, leading to a decline in their public favor.
In an interview with GBN America, Lieberman characterized Meghan’s actions as a quest for continuous visibility and relevance, suggesting a sense of desperation in her efforts to cling onto royal associations.
The dynamic between Meghan and Harry was portrayed as one where Meghan sought the limelight while Harry played a supporting role, hinting at underlying power dynamics within their relationship.
Lieberman’s assessment painted a picture of Meghan’s relentless pursuit of royal connections and the challenges the couple faced in maintaining their public image.