More than four years ago, Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan decided to leave the British royal family as working members. However, they could have played a central role, according to an expert.
In their adopted home of Montecito, California, Prince Harry, 39, and Duchess Meghan, 42, have been building their own life and empire for about four years. According to broadcaster Sarah Hewson, Meghan didn’t want to “play second fiddle” to the rest of the Royal Family, but the exact opposite might have been the case.
Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan Would Have Been “At the Forefront”
The royal correspondent is convinced that the Sussexes would be “at the forefront” today if they had not stepped back from their duties as senior royals. Especially now, as the royal family is going through difficult times, they could have had a significant impact. “We were told that Meghan didn’t like playing second fiddle. Right now, they wouldn’t be playing second fiddle, would they?” she questioned according to “The Sun,” adding, “They would have been at the forefront and could have played a key role, and I find it really sad to see how things have changed.”
Since the beginning of the year, the British royal family has been facing a series of unfortunate events. After King Charles, 75, publicly announced his cancer diagnosis in February, Catherine, Princess of Wales, 42, was also affected by her cancer diagnosis. Princess Anne, 73, known as the hardest-working family member, had to cancel a number of engagements due to a head injury she sustained from a fall in late June.
“When Harry Spoke, People Listened”
The Royal Family is currently in a weak position. According to the royal expert, Prince Harry could have made a big difference. “When Harry spoke, people listened. And when Harry wanted something done, it got done,” she recalled from his time as a working senior royal.
His influence is still reflected in his charitable work today. Just a few days ago, despite previous criticisms, the 39-year-old was awarded the “Pat Tillman” Award for his work with the Invictus Games Foundation. The Sentebale Foundation, which he co-founded, also supports children in Lesotho affected by extreme poverty or HIV/AIDS.
