If the Duke and Duchess of Sussex choose to attend King Charles’ coronation next month, they may encounter a frosty response from the British Royals.
Prince Harry’s surprise visit to the High Court last week was seen by some as a pre-coronation test of public sentiment towards him and his wife, Meghan Markle.
However, according to Royal commentator Hilary Fordridge, the couple may be facing a lose-lose situation due to the fallout from their Netflix series and Harry’s memoir, Spare, both of which contain stinging criticism of the British Royals, including allegations of racism.
Fordridge suggests that the couple’s decision to attend King Charles’ coronation on May 6, described as the most important day of his father’s life, may be influenced by their reception at the High Court.
She notes that Harry’s appearance in London might have been a way of testing the waters and taking one step at a time to help the couple decide.
However, Fordridge also predicts that the couple could face significant problems if they decide to attend the coronation.
A January survey indicated that only 23% of Britons between the ages of 18 and 75 see Harry favorably, with 53% seeing him in a negative light.
The figures for Meghan are even worse, with 19% seeing her favorably and 55% seeing her negatively.
Fordridge also notes that the couple’s comments during their Netflix show about racism and the Brexiteers’ vote had insulted many Britons.
She adds that their insults to the royal family, as well as Harry’s revelations in Spare, would likely result in a frosty reception from senior royals and the extended family.
Despite these potential difficulties, Fordridge believes that Harry and Meghan can scarcely afford not to attend the coronation.
She notes that if they decline the invitation, they risk losing their relevance and money-making potential.
She also suggests that Harry has always feared his limited shelf life and has known that he would become irrelevant as soon as Prince George turns 18.
A spokesman for Prince Harry confirmed that he had received email correspondence from His Majesty’s office regarding the coronation but declined to comment on whether the couple would attend.
In a witness statement sent to the court in advance of the privacy case, Harry stated that he was pursuing the legal claim to hold Associated accountable for everyone’s sake.
He also expressed concerns about the unchecked power, influence, and criminality of Associated, the publisher of the Daily Mail and the Mail on Sunday.
The privacy case, which Harry and other high-profile figures, including Sir Elton John, have brought against Associated Newspapers, is expected to continue in the coming weeks.
Meanwhile, the question of whether Harry and Meghan will attend King Charles’ coronation remains open, and the public’s reception of them will likely play a significant role in the decision.
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