Who would have thought, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were literally the new media darlings for just about a minute. What was once the intrepid couple known for their fairy-tale romance and “revolutionary” approach to royal life have now become a laughing stock. From a page six punchline about sunny day selfies taking over aspirational Instagram influencers we once focused on — an aesthetic persona of glossy glam and everything by design has quickly dissolved into.
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Meghan and Harry Mocked By Royal Fans In Latest Issue Of Popular Celebrity Magazine; Many Develop A New 'Rule' During The Time Of His & Her Ne It Timr As Companions The once adored Duke and Duchess of Sussex have gone from being seen as inspiring figures, challenging outdated royal traditions, to being branded as “Hollywood’s biggest joke.”
The magazine’s cover headline reads: *"Meghan & Harry: The Ultimate Royal Fail."* Inside, a scathing exposé details how their carefully crafted narrative has taken a nosedive, with their every move now scrutinized and mocked. From their lavish lifestyle choices to their failed business ventures, the couple's attempts to reshape their image have backfired spectacularly, leaving them struggling to maintain relevance.
What once seemed like a series of powerful, heartfelt speeches on global issues now feels disingenuous. The magazine points to their recent attempts to use their platform to advocate for causes such as climate change and mental health while living in multimillion-dollar homes and jetting around the world in private planes. These contradictions have fueled a growing backlash from critics, who accuse them of hypocrisy.
The most recent blow to their public image came after Harry’s awkward attempt to “buy” his spot on TIME’s prestigious list of the 100 most influential people. The media-savvy couple’s involvement in high-profile, highly compensated projects has sparked outrage, with many claiming that they are capitalizing on their royal status while contributing little to the causes they claim to care about.
Their relationship with the royal family is also at an all-time low, with reports that Harry and Meghan are being increasingly shunned by their family members. Their public appearances are often met with eye-rolls, and even the staunchest of their supporters are now questioning whether they have overstayed their welcome in the limelight.
In the wake of this media backlash, some are calling for Meghan and Harry to rethink their entire strategy. They’ve gone from a fresh, dynamic couple shaking up the royal norms to becoming a running joke in the tabloids—a cautionary tale of fame, fortune, and how it can all go wrong when you take your brand too far. The couple’s future in the media is uncertain, but one thing is clear: the tide has turned, and Meghan and Harry are no longer in control of the narrative.
Will they manage to salvage their public image? Only time will tell. For now, though, they’re the latest royal couple to become a target for relentless mockery, and the joke, it seems, is on them.