Prince William is said to be “furious” following new revelations about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s rumored plans to potentially return to royal duties — a move that has reportedly reignited tensions within the royal family.
Sussexes’ Titles Spark Controversy
According to The Guardian, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex intend to retain their children’s HRH (His/Her Royal Highness) titles, leaving it up to Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet to choose whether they want to embrace public royal roles in the future. The subtle revelation initially went unnoticed for nearly ten days before it resurfaced in Daily Mail’sRichard Eden column, causing waves within royal circles.
The original article, phrased as “The Guardian understands,” implied the information may have been passed on by an authorized source — possibly the Sussexes’ own PR team. The indirect nature of the announcement reportedly stunned those close to Prince William, who viewed the timing and manner as a deliberate provocation.
“Just Trolling”: Royal Circles React
Insiders told The Daily Beast that William’s inner circle was left astonished by the move, with one friend calling it “just trolling.” They highlighted the irony that the statement largely went unnoticed until amplified by the British tabloid media. The circulation of the report in private WhatsApp groups among royal associates only added fuel to the fire.
A former royal courtier criticized the Sussexes’ decision to hold on to their children’s titles, suggesting that Harry and Meghan were “abusing” the agreement reached at the Sandringham Summit — when they officially stepped back from senior royal duties in 2020. At that time, Queen Elizabeth II permitted them to retain their Duke and Duchess titles, but they were requested not to use “HRH.”
Prince William’s Reported Regrets
Insiders claim that Prince William believes allowing Harry and Meghan to keep their titles after their departure from the monarchy was a grave error — one he reportedly regrets. Meghan’s recent online visibility and suggestions that the couple may be quietly using their HRH styles behind the scenes have not eased tensions.
“Charles may not want this fight, but William despises Harry and Meghan at this stage,” one former royal aide claimed. “And when he is king, his fury will rain down on them.”
The potential return of Harry and Meghan to royal life remains speculative, but the reaction from Prince William’s camp makes it clear: the path to reconciliation, if any, is more complicated than ever.
