Denise Welch and Coleen Nolan engaged in a heated discussion on a recent episode of ‘Loose Women’, centered around Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s relationship with the Royal Family. The debate sparked when royal expert Dickie Arbiter expressed skepticism about the possibility of reconciliation between the family and Harry, citing his public criticisms. Welch defended the Sussexes, emphasizing the challenges faced by Harry, including the death of his mother and the media scrutiny directed at Meghan. The conversation escalated quickly, with Arbiter suggesting that the Sussexes might need to make a public apology, a point Welch disagreed with.

In a separate but related instance, royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams criticized Prince Harry and Meghan Markle for overshadowing King Charles’s first year as monarch. He highlighted the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s continued profit from their royal connections despite their separation from the Royal Family. This included Harry’s controversial memoir “Spare”, which targeted other royal family members. The ongoing royal controversies come amid challenges within the Royal Family such as health issues faced by King Charles and Princess Kate, and Prince William’s step back from royal duties.

Meanwhile, royal fans celebrated Prince Archie’s fifth birthday, noting his striking resemblance to Meghan Markle. There were discussions around a disputed birthday gift from King Charles and Meghan’s wish for Archie to embrace his American roots. Prince Harry is expected to attend the Invictus Games without Meghan, who plans to visit Nigeria.

Meghan Markle recently faced criticism following a poll indicating her low popularity in the UK compared to other royals. Royal biographer Angela Levin and royal expert Chris Ship highlighted her reluctance to visit the UK and her perceived negative public image. Prince Harry also faced missed opportunities with his cousin Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, taking a role in Ukraine that experts believe would have suited Harry’s background.

Lastly, Prince Harry’s upcoming trip to the UK to attend the 10-year anniversary of the Invictus Games has been noted by royal expert Jennie Bond as an illustration of the ongoing rift within the Royal Family, suggesting a need to rebuild trust before any family reunions, particularly with King Charles.