Months after the passing of Queen Elizabeth, King Charles has bestowed a new title upon his youngest brother, Prince Edward, and his wife, Sophie.
The royal couple will now be known as the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh.
The official announcement, published on the royal’s official website, states that His Majesty the King has decided to confer the Dukedom of Edinburgh upon Prince Edward Earl of Wessex and Forfa, in celebration of His Royal Highness’s 59th birthday.
This decision comes as no surprise, as Edward’s late mother, the Queen, had expressed her desire for him and Sophie to assume the titles of Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh following her own demise, as well as that of Prince Philip.
It is worth noting that when Charles ascended the throne, he granted his eldest son, Prince William, the title of Prince of Wales.
However, Edward did not receive the Dukedom of Edinburgh, which left many wondering why.
It seems that this special occasion, marking Edward’s birthday, was the perfect moment for the title to be bestowed upon him.
Edward and Sophie have long been dedicated to their royal duties, yet their work often goes unnoticed in comparison to the more prominent Prince and Princess of Wales.
This elevation in title is a well-deserved recognition of their efforts and will undoubtedly serve to highlight their accomplishments.
Additionally, their son James has now become the new Earl of Wessex, while their daughter, Lady Louise, will not receive an upgrade in title.
Despite having the opportunity to become Princess Louise upon turning 18, she declined in order to focus on her studies at St Andrews in Scotland.
It is interesting to ponder whether Prince Harry and Meghan were aware of Edward’s impending title change and strategically scheduled their daughter Lilibet’s christening to announce it first and steal the limelight.
After all, it had been 21 months since the baby’s birth, and a small, intimate ceremony at home would have been quick and easy to arrange.
Even if they were not privy to this information, it is likely that their close friend Eugenie, who is well-connected within the royal circle, would have been aware.
The timing of their announcement, just two days before Edward’s, is somewhat typical and disappointing, as it appears they cannot resist overshadowing others.
While Edward’s announcement was made by King Charles and Buckingham Palace, the Sussexes took it upon themselves to make their own announcement through People magazine, without a single word from Buckingham Palace, King Charles, or the Royal Family.
This self-centered approach only serves to highlight their detachment from the significance of their titles, both in America and within the Royal Family.
They continue to be the subject of global ridicule, with their titles now holding little meaning beyond tabloid headlines and personal announcements.
It seems they can no longer complain about their children not having titles, but one wonders what their next complaint will be.
Furthermore, the notion of Princess Lily as a brand seems unappealing.
With Meghan at the helm, it is difficult to imagine anything other than a bland, talentless, overpriced, and tasteless endeavor.
Piers Morgan, on his talk TV show, pointed out the hypocrisy of Harry and Meghan criticizing the Royal Institution and likening life in the British Royal Family to a prison.
Morgan questioned their decision to involve their children in royal traditions, considering their previous negative remarks about the institution.
He highlighted the fact that they live far away from the Royal Family, shirk their royal duties, and reside in a luxurious mansion in California.
This inconsistency once again exposes their rank hypocrisy.
In conclusion, Prince Edward and Sophie’s new title as the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh is a significant recognition of their dedication and service to the royal family.