Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been criticized for maintaining their public presence, although they have previously condemned similar behavior within the Royal Family. Royal biographer Hugo Vickers weighed in on the couple’s recent actions, highlighting their apparent “ceasefire” on royal matters amid declining popularity.
In an interview with the sun, Vickers noted that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex appear to have distanced themselves from royal comments. “They realized they weren’t getting anywhere because I was causing a lot of problems,” he said, adding that his silence could be because his previous comments had “lost mileage.”
Despite this change, Vickers described it as a “positive” development, suggesting the pair may be re-evaluating their approach. However, he noted that remaining in the public eye remains essential to the couple’s financial endeavors.
“To make a lot of money, sometimes you have to be controversial, if you will, or (do) things that keep you in the public eye,” Vickers. The biographer also focused his attention on Prince Harry, emphasizing his role in repairing strained royal relations.
“He’s the one who needs to pull himself together and extend the olive branch because he’s the one who makes things difficult between them,” Vickers concluded. This criticism comes amid broader public debates about the evolving roles of Harry and Meghan after the royal exit.
While the couple has focused on several independent projects, including media and philanthropic projects, their public image continues to come under scrutiny. As they navigate their way out of the royal fold, the couple faces the challenge of balancing their personal values with public expectations, particularly given their past criticisms of the monarchy.
Vickers’ comments underscore the complexities of his position and the ongoing debate over his approach to fame and family relationships.