Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may have temporarily mended bridges with the royal family, but their decision to distance their children from royal life could lead to future turmoil, according to commentator Virginia Blackburn. In a recent opinion piece, Blackburn warns that the couple's choices may have long-term consequences for their children, Archie and Lilibet.
Harry's Spring in His Step
Prince Harry recently appeared upbeat after a meeting with King Charles III and Queen Camilla, which also included the late Queen Elizabeth II before her passing. This came after a six-year period of tension, during which Harry made several controversial claims in his memoir, including branding Camilla a "villain" and "dangerous." Meghan Markle also made allegations of cold treatment from the royal family and mocked the late Queen with a fake curtsey in her Oprah Winfrey interview.
Charles's Strength in Forgiveness
Blackburn argues that King Charles's willingness to meet with Harry and Meghan demonstrates strength of character, not weakness. She states, "It takes true strength of character to rise above it and show Christian forgiveness as the sovereign is somehow managing to do." However, she notes that the rest of the country and the Prince of Wales may not follow suit.
Children Cut Off from Royal Roots
The central concern raised by Blackburn is the impact on Harry and Meghan's children. She writes, "They have managed to totally cut off their own children from their Royal roots and mark my words, there will be trouble there." She questions how the children will feel when they see their uncle being crowned king while being excluded from royal circles.
Comparison to Other Estranged Families
Blackburn draws parallels to other celebrity families, such as the Beckhams and the Jolie-Pitt clan, where estrangement has caused similar concerns. She warns that bitterness and poison can affect the rest of their lives.
Rising Estrangement in Society
Blackburn notes that more people than ever are estranged from their families, but advises that blood is thicker than water—though she quips, "But not thicker than Harry. Sorry, couldn't resist that."
