Despite reports, experts believe that King Charles III and Prince William are unlikely to strip Prince Harry and Meghan Markle of their royal titles due to potential backlash and lack of priority. Royal tradition dictates that Meghan would become Princess Henry if her Duchess title was removed, but experts suggest this is improbable.
Princess Diana's biographer, Andrew Morton, has weighed in on the future of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. While speculations have emerged regarding the possibility of stripping the couple of their royal titles, several royal experts have expressed skepticism about such a move.
Kinsey Schofield, host of the To Di for Daily podcast, stated that stripping the Sussexes of their titles would require more than just a decision from the House of Windsor. She emphasized that it would involve an act of Parliament, which the royal family currently deems a low priority.
Schofield's comments align with those of Ingrid Seward, editor-in-chief of Majesty Magazine, who believes that removing the Sussexes' titles would be impractical. Seward points out that stripping Harry of his prince title would be impossible as it is his birthright. Instead, Meghan would become Princess Henry, which could cause confusion, particularly in the United States.
According to People magazine, Meghan's occupation on her son Prince Archie's U.K. birth certificate was listed as "Princess of the United Kingdom," despite not holding such a title. Similarly, on their daughter Princess Lilibet's California birth certificate, the couple's occupations were not mentioned.
Royal author Tom Quinn claimed that King Charles and Prince William have considered stripping the Sussexes of their titles, but sources close to the palace have dismissed such rumors. Christopher Andersen, author of "The King," believes that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will retain their titles despite stepping back from royal duties in 2020. He notes that Queen Elizabeth made it clear that Harry and Meghan would keep their titles, just without the HRH honorific.
Royal experts Ian Pelham Turner and Richard Fitzwilliams agree that the king would be unlikely to consider stripping his son's royal title now, especially given the health challenges he and the Princess of Wales are facing. Turner views such a move as petty and counterproductive, while Fitzwilliams emphasizes that it would require Parliament's involvement and could potentially ignite a legal battle if Harry acquires American citizenship.
In conclusion, despite speculation and media reports, royal experts widely believe that the likelihood of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle losing their royal titles is low. This decision is influenced by factors such as tradition, family considerations, and the potential for negative consequences, making it an unlikely outcome in the current climate.
