Meghan Markle is once again facing criticism after it was revealed that she used the title “Her Royal Highness” (HRH) in a recent gift basket sent to a podcast host, raising questions about her adherence to agreements made with the late Queen Elizabeth II.
During a podcast appearance, host Jamie Kern Lima shared that Markle had sent her a gift accompanied by a note signed, “With Compliments of H.R.H The Duchess of Sussex.” The revelation sparked fresh scrutiny, as Meghan and Prince Harry had previously agreed in 2020 not to use their HRH titles following their decision to step back from royal duties.
While the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have retained their peerage titles, official references to them as HRH were removed from the royal family’s public communications after the agreement. Royal commentators pointed out that the late Queen had been particularly firm about title usage, previously removing HRH privileges from Princess Diana and Sarah Ferguson under similar circumstances.
The controversy has reignited broader discussions about the Sussexes’ relationship with the royal family, already strained by Prince Harry’s memoir release and reports of minimal communication with senior royals.
During the same podcast appearance, Meghan also reflected on her life in California with Prince Harry and their children, describing it as a joyful and peaceful new chapter. She became emotional reading a heartfelt letter written by her children, highlighting her close bond with her family.
The latest development adds another layer of tension to the ongoing public narrative surrounding Meghan and Harry’s post-royal life.