In a rare glimpse into the private life of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s son, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, a leaked photo has caused quite a stir among royal fans.
The image, which was posted on Twitter, shows Archie sitting on Meghan’s lap, accompanied by his grandmother, Doria Ragland.
However, some eagle-eyed observers have cast doubt on the authenticity of the child in the picture, suggesting that it may not be Archie at all.
Commenting on the photo, one fan noted that the child appeared scared and miserable, raising suspicions about the accuracy of the image.
Others pointed out significant differences in Archie’s appearance, such as his hair color and eye color.
While previously described as a red-haired, straight-haired boy with blue eyes, Archie now appears to have brown eyes and curly hair.
Some even went as far as accusing the photo of being heavily photoshopped.
Further fueling the controversy, another fan analyzed the image and noticed a light reflection on the screen that would not have been captured during a screenshot.
This led to speculation that someone had taken a photo of the screen with their phone, rather than sharing an original image.
Additionally, some suggested that Meghan herself may have taken the picture, as her arm can be seen extended between her and her mother in the photo.
The debate surrounding Archie’s appearance and the authenticity of the photo has left many wondering why Meghan would alter her son’s appearance.
Some theorize that she may be trying to maintain his privacy, while others question whether she is using a different child altogether.
One commenter even claimed that Archie looked adopted and bore no resemblance to either parent.
Meanwhile, royal expert Neil Sean raised doubts about the photo’s legitimacy, asking if it could truly be Archie.
Interestingly, Meghan Markle’s failed attempt to overshadow the upcoming visit of Prince William and Catherine, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, to the United States has further fueled criticism of the leaked photo.
While the image garnered praise from Sussex fans, some royal enthusiasts condemned it as an attempt to divert attention away from William and Catherine’s trip.
However, despite the controversy, Catherine and William have received a warm welcome from a large number of Americans.
Dedicated fans even braved the rain to catch a glimpse of their favorite royals during their visit.
Adding to the ongoing drama, reports emerged last month suggesting that Meghan denied Catherine the opportunity to take the first photos of Archie.
The request to capture portraits of the newborn was turned down for reasons unknown.
Neil Sean highlighted the significance of Catherine’s gesture, noting that she had offered to personally photograph baby Archie, despite the availability of professional UK-based photographers.
Meghan’s decision to decline this offer remains a mystery.
Furthermore, Prince Harry reportedly refused to arrange any calls between King Charles and Archie on the monarch’s birthday.
While Prince William and Catherine’s children, George, Charlotte, and Louis, showered their grandfather with love and attention, Archie was not given the same opportunity to connect with his great-grandfather.
This rejection reportedly cast a shadow over the day’s celebrations.
This incident, coupled with Prince Harry’s removal as a councillor of state, has left him feeling excluded and signals a further deterioration in his relationship with the royal family.
Observers speculate that the Sussexes may be leveraging the desire of King Charles to have a close relationship with his American grandchildren.
It remains to be seen whether they will allow the king to see his grandchildren again.
Ultimately, being denied a call to his grandchildren served as a wake-up call for King Charles, prompting him to rise above the feud with Harry and Meghan and seek a meaningful relationship with them.
The future of this complex family dynamic is uncertain, but it is clear that tensions persist between the Sussexes and the royals.