Prince William has had enough. After years of watching Meghan and Harry reshape their public image, insiders say William is finally stepping in, and he’s not playing nice. According to multiple royal sources, he’s actively preparing to strip Meghan Markle of her Her Royal Highness title, citing repeated violations of the original Megxit agreement made with Queen Elizabeth II.
Back in 2020, when Meghan and Harry stepped down as senior royals, there was a deal. They would keep their HR titles in name but would not use them publicly or commercially. The Queen made it clear: you are either in or out. Harry and Meghan chose out. However, Meghan's recent quiet reappearance of HRH, the Duchess of Sussex, on personal letters and thank you cards has reignited outrage inside the palace walls. The moment Meghan Markle was informed about the decision to remove her HR title, insiders say she broke down in tears. A now-viral video claims Meghan was left visibly shaken after hearing about William's plan to formally strip her of her royal status. This reaction was not just about losing a title; it was deeply personal.
For Meghan, losing her title felt like a public exile. The HR title was one of the last tangible links she had to the House of Windsor. As one royal commentator noted, “This wasn't about a crown; it was about identity.” Losing that connection hurts, especially given the relentless media scrutiny she has faced. Reports suggest that nearly half of the UK believes Meghan and Harry should lose all royal titles. Many view the Sussexes as celebrities rather than royals and think their continued use of royal connections is inappropriate. This public sentiment adds pressure on Prince William to take formal action once he ascends the throne.
William is also considering action on behalf of Archie and Lilibet, who technically gained HR titles after King Charles took the throne. While those titles haven’t been used publicly, there are concerns about future misuse, especially with Harry and Meghan's children being raised outside the UK. To understand how we got here, we must revisit 2020, the year Harry and Meghan stunned the public by stepping down as senior working royals. They sought financial independence, creative freedom, and the ability to choose their path. The Queen approved their decision but imposed strict conditions, including the prohibition of using their HR titles in any official capacity.
What was presented as a mutual agreement soon felt like a cold divorce. While some applauded the Sussexes for choosing personal happiness, others viewed it as a betrayal. Over time, support for Harry dipped, and for Meghan, it collapsed. The HR title question never really went away, sparking outrage each time it resurfaced in the media.
Despite agreeing not to publicly use her HR status, Meghan has reportedly been signing personal letters and thank you notes with HRH, the Duchess of Sussex. Initially dismissed as harmless, this behavior has raised eyebrows inside the palace. For Prince William, this was not just a technicality; it was a matter of respect As Meghan's continued usage of her title became more frequent, William reportedly snapped. For him, this was an affront to the royal family's integrity. Critics have labeled Meghan's actions as hypocritical, suggesting she wants to retain prestige without the associated responsibilities.
