By Royal Insider Correspondent, January 5, 2026** In a damning pattern that has unfolded over years, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stand accused of systematically undermining the British Monarchy, the Commonwealth nations, and the Royal Family itself – all while portraying themselves as victims and profiting handsomely from the very institutions they attack. Critics, including royal experts and former insiders, label the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as the epitome of dishonesty, disrespect, materialism, greed, and elitism.
From explosive interviews to failed media deals and questionable charity operations, their actions reveal a calculated effort to destabilize the Crown for personal gain – often exploiting the vulnerable, sick, and disadvantaged in the process. The saga traces back to their 2020 “Megxit,” when the couple dramatically stepped back from royal duties, citing unbearable media scrutiny and institutional failures. Yet, almost immediately, they launched a barrage of public attacks. The 2021 Oprah interview accused the Royal Family of racism and indifference, followed by their Netflix docuseries *Harry & Meghan* – a $100 million deal that raked in views but drew fury for its one-sided portrayal of the monarchy as cold and oppressive.
Harry’s 2023 memoir *Spare* escalated the assault, detailing private family rows and profiting millions from revelations that insiders called “betrayals.” Royal biographer Tom Bower has gone further, claiming the Sussexes have inflicted more damage on the monarchy “than anyone in hundreds of years,” accusing Harry of wanting to “have his cake and eat it” by living luxuriously in California while undermining the institution.
This relentless campaign hasn’t just targeted the Windsors – it’s extended to the Commonwealth, a 56-nation alliance once central to the monarchy’s global role. Harry once served as Commonwealth Youth Ambassador, and Meghan highlighted her biracial heritage in speeches there. But post-exit, their “quasi-royal” tours to Nigeria and Colombia in 2024-2025 were slammed as attempts to mimic official duties without accountability, drawing accusations of exploiting Commonwealth ties for personal branding. Critics argue these trips – complete with red-carpet treatment and security demands – mock the monarchy’s diplomatic efforts while the couple cashes in on Netflix footage.
At the heart of the controversy is their blatant materialism and greed. Multi-million-dollar deals with Netflix and Spotify (the latter ending acrimoniously in 2023 amid claims they failed productivity benchmarks) were justified by Harry as necessary after being “cut off” financially – yet reports suggest they’ve pocketed tens of millions while producing limited content. Spotify executive Bill Simmons infamously branded them “grifters,” a sentiment echoed widely.
Meghan’s lifestyle brand, rebranded from American Riviera Orchard to As Ever after trademark woes and mockery over pricey jams, symbolizes this elitism: luxury preserves and sprinkles marketed amid economic hardship for many. Perhaps most egregious is their use of charity for profit and image. The Archewell Foundation (recently rebranded Archewell Philanthropies amid turmoil) has faced explosive scrutiny. 2024 filings revealed expenses soaring to $5.1 million while donations plummeted to $2.1 million and grants totaled just $1.25 million – raising questions about efficiency. High-profile departures, including longtime chief James Holt and multiple staff layoffs just before Christmas 2025, paint a picture of chaos, with insiders claiming the organization has been “essentially shuttered.”
Critics accuse the couple of using vulnerable causes – mental health, veterans via Invictus Games – as backdrops for self-promotion. Invictus itself has drawn ire: veterans and volunteers have complained of the event becoming the “Harry and Meghan show,” with funds allegedly diverted to wardrobes and accommodations, tarnishing its focus on wounded warriors. Harry’s Invictus Games, founded in 2014, was once hailed as his proudest legacy.
But recent reports suggest growing frustration: soldiers threatening to boycott, boards allegedly sidelining the couple, and whispers of financial strain despite government grants. Sources claim Meghan’s dominant presence – from PDA to wardrobe costs – has overshadowed participants, turning a noble cause into a “red carpet for grifters.” This pattern of exploiting frailty for gain extends personally: Meghan’s estrangement from her father Thomas Markle, amid his health struggles, contrasts sharply with their preached “family values.” Meanwhile, their lavish Montecito life – private jets, celebrity galas – reeks of elitism while they decry royal privilege.
As 2026 dawns with staff exodus, financial woes at Archewell, and fading Hollywood luster (Netflix renewals reportedly tied to obligations rather than enthusiasm), the Sussexes’ empire appears crumbling. Royal watchers predict further isolation: no Christmas invites from King Charles, strained ties with William, and public opinion firmly shifted against them. Defenders argue the couple highlights important issues like mental health and inequality. But detractors counter: their methods – monetizing family pain, quasi-royal posturing, charity controversies – embody hypocrisy.
As one insider put it: “They position themselves as champions of the disadvantaged, yet exploit every opportunity for elite gain.” The monarchy endures, bolstered by King Charles’s steady leadership amid health battles. But Harry and Meghan’s alleged crusade? Critics say it’s not about reform – it’s about destruction, disguised as victimhood, with greed as the true motivator. The world watches as this royal rebellion implodes. One thing is clear: the Sussexes’ legacy risks being defined not by service, but by self-serving sabotage. How much longer can the grift continue?
The Sussexes are full of Merde, Such phoniness is obvious to most of us. They should be relinquished of their titles which is their money pot, She’s dragging Harry down, His drugs and her hold on him is going to end badly. I hope he gets help before it’s too late. He’s portrayed as bad as she but he is not, emotionally needs help to extradite him from the sick relationship that has him trapped,