Fans of Prince Harry and Meghan are thrilled with the announcement of their new baby…
And the details that have been shared have certainly sparked a lot of conversation.
“One of the most beautiful announcements, with such stunning photos,” commented a fan.
“Such a blessed announcement,” another fan wrote.
Since stepping down from their roles, Meghan and Harry have remained a central topic within the Royal Family.
Meghan and Harry expressed a desire for a more private life for their children, prompting their move to Los Angeles to live more quietly, away from constant media attention.
However, many feel that the couple has cast the Royal Family in a negative light.
And that Harry’s relationships with his brother, father, and grandparents were “hanging by a thread.”
Despite the tensions, there were reports that the Royal Family was “delighted” by the news of the couple’s second child, Lilibet’s birth.
Despite Harry’s ongoing criticisms of them across various media platforms.
Harry’s relationship with his family continues to be strained.
Charles reportedly refused Harry’s calls leading up to the 2020 announcement. Harry also mentioned that he was financially cut off by his father after stepping down, and initially, they had to rely on Diana’s inheritance to get by.
In their televised interview with Oprah Winfrey, Harry attributed their decision to leave to a “lack of support and understanding.”
He also expressed a desire to escape the “genetic pain” he felt from his family, particularly from his father, King Charles.
“I feel really let down because he has been through something similar; he knows what pain feels like, and Archie is his grandson.”
“But at the same time, I will always love him. However, there’s been a lot of hurt, and I will keep making it a priority to try and heal that relationship. But they only know what they know, or what they’re told.”
Following Lilibet’s birth, there was, naturally, the controversy regarding her name…
One royal biographer, Angela Levin, described it as “rude.”
As we know, their daughter was named Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor.
This honored Harry’s late mother, Diana, Princess of Wales, who passed away in 1997 when Harry was only twelve years old.
The name Lilibet also pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.
A family nickname, Lilibet was given to the Queen in her childhood because she couldn’t pronounce Elizabeth. The name was especially used by her late husband, Prince Philip, and affectionately by her devoted father, King George VI.
However, despite the tribute, some people were still unhappy, with some even accusing Harry of breaking royal protocol by using the Queen’s private pet name as a first name.
Harry faced significant criticism for using such a private and intimate pet name for his child, especially following what some described as an “onslaught of abuse” directed at his grandmother and the royal family.
Royal commentator, Richard Kay, suggested that it may be a step too far for Meghan and Harry to name their daughter Lilibet.
In a column for the Daily Mail, he stated, “By naming the baby Lilibet, the Queen’s private family nickname—despite their intention to use the diminutive ‘Lili’ for their daughter—there is a risk.”
“Will it be perceived as a presumptuous choice for a royal baby who is eighth in line to the throne but will grow up on the other side of the world with an American accent?”
“It’s tempting to question whether Harry would have felt so emboldened in his choice if his grandfather, Prince Philip—the only close family member allowed to call the Queen ‘Lilibet’—were still alive.”
“Undoubtedly, among the more cautious courtiers at the Palace, there will be some discomfort and the occasional raised eyebrow regarding this latest convention-breaking move from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.”
The response to the name was mixed, with some believing the couple was seeking the Queen’s forgiveness, while others viewed it as a heartfelt tribute.
Following that, Meghan shared a short clip in which she asked forty friends to donate forty minutes each to help mentor a woman back into the workforce.
In a message accompanying the clip on their Archewell website, Meghan wrote: “As I reflect on my 40th birthday and the many things I am grateful for, I’m struck by the fact that time is one of our greatest and most essential gifts.”
“Time with our loved ones, time spent doing what we love, time dedicated to learning, laughing, growing, and the sacred moments we share on this earth. Among the most valuable gifts of time is also the time spent serving others, knowing that it can lead to incredible change.”
“To that last point, and with my 40th lap around the sun in mind, it made me ponder: what if we all dedicated 40 minutes to helping or mentoring someone in need? And then, what if we asked our friends to do the same?”
“In the past two years, largely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, tens of millions of women worldwide have exited the workforce, including over 2 million in the US.”
“So many of these women are also bearing the brunt of the crisis in terms of unpaid labor, including educating children and caring for family members. Recent research indicates that fewer women than men are likely to regain employment as we recover from the pandemic.”
“I believe mentorship is a powerful way to help women regain confidence and rebuild their economic strength. For my birthday, I’ve invited 40 friends, activists, athletes, artists, and world leaders to help launch a global initiative by contributing 40 minutes of mentorship to support women re-entering the workforce.”
“With this time, I hope they can help someone advance in her professional life on her own terms and inspire countless others to contribute 40 minutes as well.
“If you’re able, please join us and pledge 40 minutes today in service to others in whatever way feels right to you. The time you donate can create a global wave of service and initiate meaningful impact in our communities and around the world.”
And not long after, the pair sparked opinions from people once again…
When the couple released their 2021 Christmas card which features the first public photo of their daughter, Lilibet.
The then-6-month-old is seen alongside the couple and her big brother, Archie, and, as you can imagine, many people were swooning over her cuteness.
However, some people took issue with it, stating they “felt sorry” for Archie…
“Poor Archie is completely ignored; he isn’t significant enough to make them a family,” one person remarked.
“To be honest, that’s a bit insulting to poor Archie. It feels like he didn’t really matter until Lili came along. The photo is all about Lili, and no one is paying attention to him. I hope that’s not a reflection of reality!” said another.
Next, Will and Kate faced significant backlash.
The couple sent a message to Meghan Markle via social media that sparked widespread discussion.
“No,” one person replied succinctly.
“Seriously?? Wow. No words,” another commenter wrote.
“I can’t, I just can’t,” another person remarked.
Well, Will and Kate wished Meghan a happy birthday…
Yes, that’s right… People were outraged, claiming that Meghan doesn’t deserve a happy birthday wish from the Cambridges.
She expressed concern about the misconception that “if you’re an ambitious woman, you have an agenda; you must be calculating, selfish, aggressive, or a climber.”
She stated that “the notion of ambition comes with many judgments and nuances—especially for women.”
Meghan has shared insights about her life before joining the Royal Family and how she struggled with public perception while working on Deal or No Deal.
In a podcast episode with Paris Hilton titled Breaking Down the Bimbo, Meghan revealed that she was often treated like a “bimbo.”
She explained that she hopes her daughter won’t have to experience that: “I want our daughter to aspire to be slightly higher. I want my Lili to desire education, to be smart, and to take pride in those things.”
Reflecting on her experience working on Deal or No Deal, she said: “I ended up quitting the show. I was so much more than what was being objectified on stage. I didn’t like feeling forced to rely on looks and have little substance. At that time, it felt like I was being reduced to this specific archetype, the word bimbo.”
She added: “I was surrounded by smart women on that stage with me, but that wasn’t the focus of why we were there, and I would leave with a pit in my stomach. While I was grateful for the job, I wasn’t thankful for how it made me feel, which was not smart.”
Meghan went on to interview Paris Hilton and Iliza Shlesinger.
They discussed the misogynistic labels of “bimbo” and “dumb blonde,” and explored why “brains and beauty in a woman have historically been pitted against each other.”
They then went on to discuss their hopes for future generations of women.
Meghan said, “I’m curious to hear your thoughts on this idea. When I hear the word ‘bimbo,’ I have a very negative connotation to it. I don’t see that as something aspirational for women.”
“It’s truly beautiful to see the legacy his grandmother left behind in so many ways,” she said.
Meghan described the Queen as “the most shining example of…female leadership” and expressed her gratitude, saying, “I’m deeply thankful for the time I spent with her and the chance to know her.”
“There are a lot of conversations happening. I’ve heard that Harry and Meghan want to delay the series until next year; they’re hoping to stall.”
“One Hollywood industry source told the media outlet, ‘I wonder if the show might be dead in the water at this point—do Harry and Meghan just want to shelve it?’”
In one episode of the documentary, Harry and Meghan are seen flipping through a scrapbook, reminiscing about their time together at Frogmore Cottage in Windsor.
According to OK, Meghan remarked, “We were going through so many boxes, just looking at everything and saying, ‘Oh my gosh, you bought this blanket I missed, that hat was so funny,’ really taking it all in.”
“It truly allowed us to reflect on our entire love story.”
Other images in the scrapbook feature Harry and William posing on a beach and looking through binoculars.
He disclosed that during a disagreement regarding Harry’s relationship with Meghan, the situation turned physical between the brothers.
According to the Guardian, in an excerpt from his book Spare, Harry writes, “He called me another name and then came at me. It all happened so fast. So very fast. He grabbed me by the collar, ripping my necklace, and knocked me to the floor.”
