Recent actions by Meghan Markle appear to have intensified the strain on King Charles III, particularly concerning her decisions about Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. Royal commentator Hugo Vickers suggests that Meghan may be intentionally distancing her children from the royal family, in what seems to be an effort to maintain control amid ongoing family tensions. This choice raises questions about the long-term impact on the relationship between the Sussex children and their royal relatives.
According to Vickers, Meghan’s decision to keep Archie and Lilibet apart from their royal roots could have significant consequences as they grow older. He argues that while the Sussex children are currently enjoying a peaceful life in Montecito, California, they may eventually realize the importance of their royal lineage and the experiences they missed out on, especially compared to their cousins—the children of Prince William. This gap, Vickers warns, could lead to confusion or a sense of loss as Archie and Lilibet come to terms with their heritage.
Since Prince Harry and Meghan’s departure from royal duties in 2020, they have built a more private life in the U.S., but this geographical distance has prompted questions about how the Sussex children will relate to their royal connections as they age. Vickers points out that Archie and Lilibet are cousins to the future King of England, and yet they are being raised in a very different world from their royal counterparts. He expresses concern that the children’s isolation from the royal family could complicate their understanding of their place within that prestigious lineage.
Vickers also highlights a potential contradiction in Harry and Meghan’s public stance on family values. Despite frequently discussing the importance of family, they have kept their children distant from their grandfather, King Charles, particularly during his reported health struggles. This situation, according to Vickers, deepens the strain on an already complex family dynamic and leaves the Sussex children with little opportunity to develop a relationship with the King.
Vickers believes that it is up to Prince Harry to bridge this divide, especially for the sake of his children’s connection with their royal heritage. He advises that Harry should take steps to bring his children to the UK so they can spend time with their grandfather and other royal relatives. As King Charles navigates his own health issues, it may become increasingly important for Harry to ensure his children can build bonds with their family in Britain.
This ongoing distance between the Sussexes and the royal family leaves open questions about the future of Archie and Lilibet’s relationship with their royal roots, and whether Prince Harry will take any actions to mend the divide. For now, the children’s royal heritage remains an aspect of their lives they may only come to fully understand later, potentially shaping their sense of identity and place within the royal family.
