An expert claims that King Charles’ popularity is declining because of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s return to the UK. A recent YouGov poll reportedly showed that Charles’ popularity in Britain had dropped by four points since July, after the Sussexes returned to the UK for an extended stay. Meanwhile, Harry and Meghan’s ratings also fell. Amid these developments, an expert claimed that he believes the couple is damaging the King’s reputation.
Expert claims King Charles’ ratings are ‘suffering because of Harry and Meghan’s return’
King Charles’ ratings are reportedly being negatively affected by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s return, claims an expert. Richard Eden, the Diary Editor at the Daily Mail, recently joined a panel of royal experts on the latest episode of Palace Confidential, where they reacted to the King’s declining popularity in a poll. According to YouGov, Charles’ popularity in Britain has dropped by four points since July, reaching 58%. Meanwhile, Harry and Meghan’s ratings have also fallen, with only 20% of people viewing Meghan favorably.
Eden discussed the same issue, suggesting that the Sussexes’ return is affecting the monarch’s popularity. Harry and Meghan are private citizens. However, they have undertaken engagements similar to royal ones, with Eden describing them as “quasi-royal” engagements of their own. The couple has repeatedly attracted the spotlight, which Eden believes is impacting the King’s popularity.
Not only that, but Eden also believes they have “damaged his reputation,” apparently because he feels the King has yet to address the issue. Eden added, “He’s seemingly welcomed them back, and they are not popular. In my opinion, his popularity would be boosted if he took action to strip Harry and Meghan of their titles.”
Eden also suggested that Harry and Meghan could turn things in their favor by offering an apology, particularly to Prince William and Kate Middleton. He said this could be one way for the couple to gain more favor among the British public.
