Amidst the ongoing royal drama, a recent poll has sparked debate over whether Meghan Markle and Prince Harry should be excluded from King Charles’ upcoming coronation.
The couple’s latest venture into the world of documentaries has reignited tensions within the royal family, leading to calls for their exclusion from the prestigious event.
The survey conducted by People Polling on 1,231 respondents unveiled that a significant 24% of Brits support the idea of banning the Sussexes from the coronation following the release of Meghan and Harry’s Netflix docuseries.
While the criticism leveled by the couple was not as severe as anticipated, it still managed to stir controversy with its damaging allegations against the royal institution.
Delving into the poll findings, it was revealed that 17% of participants wholeheartedly endorsed the notion of excluding Meghan and Harry, with an additional 7% expressing partial agreement.
On the flip side, 39% of respondents disagreed with the proposal, comprising 18% undecided, 15% somewhat disagreeing, and 6% in complete opposition.
Furthermore, when asked to identify the royal couple embodying Britain’s values, a staggering 54% of those surveyed favored Prince William and Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, over the embattled Harry and Meghan, who garnered a mere 7% of support.
This stark contrast underscores the public’s shifting perceptions of the various members of the royal family.
The royal family has recently been embroiled in a series of scandals, with the most recent involving allegations raised in Meghan and Harry’s documentary.
The controversy escalated when Meghan disclosed that a member of the royal institution had expressed concerns about her son Archie’s skin color during her pregnancy, sparking widespread condemnation and disbelief.
Subsequently, Lady Susan Hussey’s resignation following racist remarks directed at a charity executive further fueled the fire, shedding light on deep-rooted issues within the monarchy.
The ensuing racism row was compounded by revelations in the Netflix trailers, where Harry and Meghan shed light on the reasons behind their decision to step back from royal duties in 2020.
The documentary’s release garnered international attention, surpassing viewership records set by popular shows like “The Crown.”
Notably, the first episode of Meghan and Harry attracted 2.4 million viewers on its premiere day, outperforming the latest season of “The Crown” by a significant margin.
In a candid moment captured in the documentary, Harry accused his family of unconscious bias, suggesting that their inability to acknowledge their privilege had strained their relationship with him and Meghan.
The couple’s departure from the royal fold was partly attributed to these underlying tensions, underscoring the challenges they faced within the monarchy.
As the controversy rages on, speculations abound regarding King Charles’ response to the accusations.
Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams hinted at the possibility of severing ties with Harry and Meghan if the attacks persist, signaling a potential rift within the royal family.
With public sentiment leaning towards excluding the Sussexes from the coronation, the future remains uncertain for the estranged couple.
As discussions unfold and tensions simmer, the fate of Meghan and Harry in the royal sphere hangs in the balance, awaiting a decisive resolution.