Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are facing online criticism after reports that they are planning to leave California and return to the UK, despite previously indicating that they would never return.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s decision to leave the UK marked a major turning point in their relationship with the British royal family. In January 2020, the couple announced that they would step back as senior members of the royal family and work toward becoming financially independent following months of intense media attention and scrutiny.
They initially planned to divide their time between the UK and North America before ultimately settling in California. By March 2020, Harry and Meghan had officially stopped carrying out royal duties, beginning a new chapter away from the royal institution.
They now appear to be reversing that decision. According to PEOPLE, the couple are planning to return to the UK after several years in California. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly planning to relocate to the UK beginning this month, while their two children are expected to start school there in September.
The publication reported that the couple will keep their home in California while establishing “a private, non-royal home base in Britain.” The location of their new UK residence and their children’s school is also being “closely guarded.”
It was reported that King Charles was made aware of the couple’s planned return and “welcomes the opportunity” to see more of his family in private. However, it was also reported that the King made it clear there would be no changes to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s status within the Royal Family, in line with the couple’s previous decision to step back from their senior royal roles.
Controversial Previous Statement
The news of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s planned return to the UK was met with backlash online. Much of the criticism appeared to be fueled by Prince Harry’s previous comments suggesting that the couple would never return to the country.
Page Six reported that Prince Harry previously told the BBC in an interview that he did not plan to return to the UK with his family. “I can’t see a world in which I would bring my wife and children back to the UK at this point,” he said, citing security concerns. He also added, “I love my country, I always have. Despite what some people in that country have done.” Harry’s previous statements have only added to the backlash surrounding the couple’s reported return.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Slammed Online After News of Sudden Return
People online quickly called out Prince Harry and Meghan Markle over their reported plans to return to the UK, particularly in light of Harry’s previous comments about not bringing his wife and children back. The news prompted harsh criticism, with one person writing, “The drugged up Beta Prince and his D list actress wife (ex SoHo ‘companion’), are coming back to UK with their tails between their legs.” Another commenter said, “Harry has to be the biggest hypocrite the world has ever seen and that’s saying something. And it’s all been played out in public. What an utter tool.”
More people continued criticizing and mocking the couple over their reported plans to return to the UK. “Sooo… The Royal Family is no longer racist and Britain is no longer dangerous for Harry & Meghan? [Laughing emojis],” one person wrote. Another commenter said, “Their desperation is quite apparent. Oh and maybe the visa disclosures are going to get a bit to close for comfort over in the USA?” Someone else added, “They can’t keep their stories straight, which is why people have a hard time believing anything they say.”
The news of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s reported return to the UK sparked a broader conversation about how some of the couple’s statements over the years have been viewed as contradictory. It also led to discussion about how the British Royal Family continues to attract strong opinions and scrutiny from people online.
