Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have officially responded to rising speculation about their use of royal titles, following an incident that reignited debate over their status within the British royal family.
Meghan Markle Sparks Outrage by Using ‘HRH’ Title Again
The controversy erupted after Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, appeared on The Jamie Kern Lima Show. During the episode, host Jamie Kern Lima shared that she had received a personalized gift from Meghan—featuring a homemade strawberry sauce, ice cream, and a note reading: “With Compliments of HRH The Duchess of Sussex.”
This label caused widespread backlash, as Meghan and Harry were instructed by the late Queen Elizabeth II to stop using their “His/Her Royal Highness” (HRH) titles after stepping down as senior working royals in 2020. The apparent breach raised eyebrows and drew criticism from royal fans and commentators.
Sussexes’ PR Team Clarifies Their Stand
In response to the viral attention and public criticism, the Sussexes’ PR team issued a statement clarifying that Prince Harry and Meghan “do not use their HRH titles,” although there has been no official legal removal of the style.
This clarification comes amid ongoing questions surrounding their role within the monarchy and public expectations following their royal exit and subsequent relocation to Montecito, California.
Previous Instances of Royal Title Misuse
This isn’t the first time Meghan has come under fire over the use of her former royal title. Earlier, she received a formal letter from Ukraine’s Minister of Economy, Yulia Svyrydenko, which addressed her as “Your Royal Highness.” The incident sparked similar backlash and brought the title debate back into the spotlight.
Buckingham Palace Maintains Silence
Despite the growing media attention, Buckingham Palace has declined to comment on the matter, further fueling speculation about how the institution views the couple’s actions.
