Having stubbornly kept silent about royal family matters, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle find themselves in an increasingly awkward situation. Once popular figures in the world's spotlight, they are now struggling to remain relevant because their controversial actions only undermine their trust in the minds of the public on both sides of the Atlantic.
Kinsey Schofield, a royal expert, said the couple would have had plenty of time to end the controversy surrounding their Oprah interview, but they chose to prolong the mess by refusing to clarify or retract the claims in question.
In an interview with BBC News, Schofield unceremoniously commented on how this stubborn silence backfired. "I can say that they have plenty of time to put an end to the chaos around Endgame. But they let it drag on and didn't make any effort to fix it. She said. "The end result was a major failure in the United States. I do think they're being humiliated right now. ”
Arguably, it's hard to argue with Schofield's arguments. At one point, the couple attracted attention and admiration for promoting causes they cared about while touring the world, and now their brand seems to be shrinking rapidly. Recent polls have shown a sharp decline in their popularity in the UK and the US, a far cry from the days when ordinary people were desperate to catch a glimpse of the couple.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle did not resolve the contradictions and accusations caused by Oprah's interview, but instead allowed the chaos to spread and doubts to multiply. There are rumors of behind-the-scenes feuds and even legal threats between them and the royal family, while the couple remains silent. As time passed, their silence began to cast doubt on whether these doubts were true, rather than denial.
Their evasive moves have done little to stem the growing wave of criticism, with critics on both sides of the Atlantic accusing the Sussexes of betrayal, ingratitude, paranoia and a pathological dependence on making headlines. Their failure to respond only further inflamed speculation and anger, not diminished interest. By refusing to clarify or reconcile, they essentially confirm the narrative that they are dissatisfied with the royal family and seek revenge rather than reconciliation.
As Schofield observed, there was no doubt that the couple was being "humiliated." Fearing that the enthusiasm had subsided, they canceled the UK portion of their European trip, did not receive an invitation to attend Sandringham's Thanksgiving last weekend, and made little substantial progress on their shiny projects in Hollywood, a far cry from the image of an independent financial superstar they dreamed of when they moved to California in early 2020.
It seems that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are having trouble using the power of their brands to achieve real results outside the royal family. The initial contact and compliment documentaries have been replaced by less favourable headlines, and people are starting to feel that they have no real substance beyond controversy and that public interest will not last.
Apparently confused about their goals, Meghan Markle recently revealed that she was working on an "intimate and heartfelt" memoir, although it would take at least another year before it was published, during which time she maintained a strange silence.
As Schofield sarcastically noted, "They certainly don't look at their surroundings and think things are going in the right direction, or that things are going their way." ”
Who can blame them?Without convincing information, transparency and a willingness to reconcile, all they are left with is conflict and disagreement. By being silent, they confirm the worst ideas, and instead of clarifying the truth, what else do they have to criticize the institution they left?
Schofield goes a step further and points out that couples would be more admired if they focused their energies better on the outside rather than on the inside. "When people message me to stop malicious, my first reaction is, yes, I agree. I hope Prince Harry and Meghan Markle leave the royal family 100 per cent. She asserted.
She made a pertinent point. Rather than constantly stirring up tensions with the royal family, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle should be more active in supporting the positive changes they claim to support. More goodwill can be built by highlighting causes such as racial justice, women's empowerment, and mental health through substantive discussions and achievements. Trivial reckoning only further undermines their original benign intentions, rather than easing tensions.
As Schofield concludes: "If they could look at things more positively and be grateful for what they have, instead of worrying that Kate would reluctantly share a lipstick with Meghan once, their brand would have flourished." "Some light-hearted and humorous approach to criticism can also help ease tensions, not exacerbate them.
Yes, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's continued silence is not only bad for themselves, but also for the important issues they claim to represent. If real change is the goal, transparent dialogue and solidarity are more constructive than making more.
Their current approach will only lead to deeper humiliation as their popularity and target are gradually eroded. In order to restore credibility and grace, letting go of obsessions with royalty and instead sending a positive message of unity may be the wisest strategy for their future.