Return of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry to the Royal Family may pose a threat to the monarchy's standing
In a recent publication by Radar Online, royal commentator Adam McLeod has expressed his opposition to the idea of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle returning to the UK and the royal family. McLeod, known for his insightful comments on royal matters, has warned that such a move could undermine the monarchy and ignore the "vast and irretrievable" damage caused by the couple since stepping down from their senior royal roles in 2020.
McLeod's comments come amid reports of peace talks between King Charles and Harry's close aides, fuelling speculation about a potential reconciliation. However, the expert has strongly advised against it, citing historical precedents where monarchs prioritized the survival and dignity of the institution over family sentiment.
He referenced instances such as King George VI's distancing from Edward VIII after the abdication, and Queen Elizabeth II's handling of Prince Andrew's scandal—both instances where royal duty was placed above personal feeling. McLeod urged King Charles III, reportedly battling cancer, to "let the King rule him in this, and not the man," prioritizing monarchy's survival rather than personal reconciliation.
McLeod's criticism of Harry and Meghan was not limited to their potential return. He accused the couple of having smeared the monarchy with baseless allegations of racism and personal attacks, damaging the Commonwealth and the Queen's final years. He described them as "figures of conspicuous failure" with diminishing credibility due to ineffective media ventures and lack of commitment to demanding royal work.
In summary, McLeod's stance is firmly against any formal return or reconciliation of Harry and Meghan to official royal duties. He believes that the integrity and survival of the monarchy should be prioritized over personal or family reconciliation. The expert dismissed the idea of a formal return for the California-based royal couple to the Firm, emphasizing that it would be a disgraceful expense to the public.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's association with the royal family, if continued, might draw increased attention to their celebrity-filled lifestyle, potentially overshadowing the dignity and seriousness of the monarchy. In the face of McLeod's criticisms about their baseless allegations and damaging media ventures, it seems that the entertainment sparks created by celebrity-royal couples might not align with the traditional values of the British monarchy.
