Prince William is reportedly preparing to take formal steps to remove Meghan Markle’s “Her Royal Highness” title once he ascends to the throne, in a move that could redefine the couple’s remaining royal links.
The decision follows renewed controversy after Meghan was said to have used the HRH styling in a personal note, despite the couple’s agreement with the late Queen Elizabeth II in 2020 that they would no longer use the title following their departure from official royal duties.
Sources close to the royal household suggest that Prince William views the continued informal use of the HRH designation as a violation of the spirit of that agreement. While King Charles III has opted for a more restrained approach, William is reportedly ready to take a firmer stance in preserving the integrity of royal protocol.
Although removing HRH styling is within the monarch’s authority, revoking peerage titles like Duke and Duchess of Sussex would require legislation. Still, insiders believe William is willing to pursue all necessary steps to protect the royal family’s standing and enforce accountability regarding title use.
The issue underscores long-running tensions within the royal family and may foreshadow a broader redefinition of roles for Prince Harry and Meghan in the years ahead.