Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are positioned at a crucial moment to reestablish their relationship with the Royal Family amidst recent PR challenges. An industry expert has suggested the couple could leverage their significant media influence and Hollywood status to aid in mending ties with the monarchy. This comes as Harry and Meghan are reportedly seeking local PR assistance in the UK, aiming to counter negative commentary following a controversial photo issue involving Princess Kate’s family. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have emphasized their desire for privacy and urged an end to speculative theories.

The couple’s potential involvement in supporting the Royal Family’s public image arrives as senior royals face their own challenges. Princess Kate is set to return to her royal duties after surgery, and King Charles is dealing with health treatments. With Harry and Meghan’s magnetic appeal, they could distract from these issues, potentially playing a key role in enhancing the monarchy’s public perception.

Conversely, Prince Harry’s popularity in the UK appears to be waning, according to a recent Ipsos poll for The Standard, which suggests he is now more often blamed for tensions within the Royal Family. The poll outlines a decline in Harry’s favor among Britons, with only a small fraction considering him their favourite royal. The majority of those surveyed perceive the Royal Family as divided, largely attributing this to Prince Harry and Meghan.

Furthermore, the poll indicates a lack of enthusiasm for Prince Harry resuming public royal duties during King Charles’s recovery period. With ongoing strains in the relationship between Prince Harry and his brother, Prince William—the current Prince of Wales—the prospect of reconciliation seems dim.

This juxtaposition of Harry and Meghan’s prospective role in bolstering the Royal Family’s image against the backdrop of a declining public opinion reflects the complex dynamic between the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and the monarchy at large. As discussions about their role within the Royal Family persist, the couple faces both opportunities and challenges in navigating their public persona and relationships within the royal framework.