Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been advised to consider skipping an upcoming award ceremony due to their current challenging circumstances.
The Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Foundation is set to honor the Duke and Duchess of Sussex with the Ripple of Hope Award on December 6 for their courageous stance against institutional racism within the monarchy.
However, residing in the US following their royal departure, the couple is grappling with the decision to accept the award, fearing it may strain their already tense relations with the royal family, as noted by former royal writer Jenny Bond in an interview with GB News.
The situation has put the Sussexes in a delicate position, prompting questions on how to respond to the award.
Should they outright reject it, accept it publicly, or find a middle ground by accepting it quietly?
Bond expressed concerns that accepting the prize on a public platform could exacerbate existing tensions within the royal family, potentially widening the divide between them and the rest of the monarchy.
In another development, speculations have arisen regarding Prince Harry’s absence from the popular series “The Crown,” fueling rumors of a possible deal with Netflix.
As the fifth season of the show delves into the royal family’s history in the 1990s, viewers have noticed the limited portrayal of Prince Harry, with actor Teddy Hawley stepping in to depict the young Duke of Sussex alongside other prominent characters like Princess Diana and Prince William.
Despite Harry’s brief appearance in the previous season, his notable absence in the current episodes has sparked discussions among royal experts and fans alike.
Podcast producer Kinsey Schofield highlighted this observation during a conversation with talk TV host Christo Fufar, pointing out the significant role Harry played in the earlier seasons compared to his minimal presence in the latest installment.
While the series is set to be available for streaming in December after months of anticipation, questions linger about the extent of Meghan and Harry’s involvement in shaping their portrayal on screen.
Contrary to some beliefs, a source from Netflix clarified that Prince Harry had no direct influence over the content of “The Crown” and was not privy to scripts or early screenings of the fifth season, emphasizing the independence of the production from any external pressures.
As the Duke and Duchess of Sussex navigate these complex situations, their decisions regarding the award ceremony and their representation in popular media continue to draw attention and speculation from both royal enthusiasts and the general public.
With ongoing developments shaping their post-royal lives, the couple remains at the center of public interest, balancing their personal choices with the scrutiny of a global audience.