In a recent interview with 60 Minutes, Prince Harry shed some light on why he and Meghan Markle have chosen to retain their royal titles despite stepping back from their senior roles in the British royal family.
The couple’s decision to step back was driven by the harassment and racism that Meghan experienced at the hands of the British tabloids.
Since then, they have permanently relocated to California.
Their relationship with the monarchy further deteriorated after their highly publicized interview with Oprah Winfrey in March 2021.
The couple’s decision to speak out about their experiences and grievances went against the traditional mantra of the royal family to never complain or explain.
Despite this, Harry and Meghan have held onto their royal titles, leading some critics to question their motives.
To address this criticism, Anderson Cooper asked Harry in the promotional interview for his new memoir, “Spare,” why he and Meghan didn’t renounce their titles as Duke and Duchess.
Harry simply responded, “What difference would that make?”
He explained that even though they have stepped back from their institutional role, renouncing their titles wouldn’t change the public perception or the media’s treatment of them.
Harry also addressed the criticism of being too public about their personal lives.
He stated that they initially tried to handle their issues privately within the family.
However, there were constant leaks and stories against them, which prompted them to speak out publicly.
Harry emphasized that he would never leak stories about his family but felt the need to speak the truth directly rather than allowing unnamed sources to spread lies or harmful narratives.
The interview with Anderson Cooper was the second in a series of interviews where Harry has opened up about his experiences.
In a previous interview with ITV’s Tom Bradby, Harry was asked about the opinions of those who believe he should stop talking about the royal family.
He acknowledged that there are both supporters and critics in Britain and expressed his desire to communicate in a way that his family would understand.
The question remains: Is the fame of Harry and Meghan solely dependent on their royal titles?
Should they be stripped of their titles immediately?
These questions have sparked debates among the public.
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As we await further developments, it is clear that Harry and Meghan’s decision to retain their royal titles is driven by a desire to communicate their truth and protect their family.
The couple continues to navigate their new lives in California while facing both support and criticism from the public.
Stay tuned for more updates on this ongoing story.
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