Prince Harry has been advised to work diligently to escape what some are calling an “era of failure” as growing anger in the US “speaks volumes” about “how poorly his brand is doing in his new home.” These comments were highlighted by Arwa Mahdawi in her article for The Guardianwhere he referred to the criticism Harry faces for his time in the military and his connections to anti-monarchy propaganda.
Mahdawi detailed the extent of the growing anti-Sussex sentiment, saying: “Harry has a host of detractors in the UK – almost everything he does is bound to be criticised by sections of the British press.” She added: “But the fact that his nomination for the award is receiving so much criticism from Americans speaks volumes about how poorly his brand is faring in his new home.”
He added: “The novelty of the newlyweds, it seems, has worn off; America is getting tired of the Sussexes.” To compound the problem, sources close to The Telegraph have reported that criticism relating to Prince Harry’s military past has been particularly difficult for him to handle. This backlash includes negative reactions to his nomination for the Pat Tillman Service Award at the 2024 ESPYs, a decision which has sparked considerable controversy.
Mahdawi did not hold back in her criticism, even making a cheeky reference to Meghan’s upcoming rosé wine and suggesting that Prince Harry might need it to “wash away” the criticism he faces. As Prince Harry navigates this challenging period, it is clear that he will need to make significant efforts to rebuild his image in both the UK and the US.
Growing discontent among Americans, coupled with persistent criticism from the British press, underscores the complex and precarious nature of her public image. How she addresses these issues in the coming months will be crucial to her future endeavors and to the public perception of Meghan.