Harry and Meghan's Colombian Tour Sparks Debate Over Royal Roles
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who sent shockwaves worldwide with their decision to leave the UK and royal duties for a new life in America, have raised eyebrows with their latest announcement.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been at the centre of a highly publicised rift with the royal family since they departed from the Firm in 2020, seeking "privacy" and "space."
Recently, the parents of Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet stepped back into the limelight to announce plans for a tour of Colombia later this year. This will be the Sussexes' second tour as non-working royals, following their successful three-day trip to Nigeria in May.
Concerns have been raised that such trips may not align with Britain’s interests and could undermine the work of the official royal family. Several royal experts and historians worry these actions might further deepen their ongoing rift with the Firm.
Amidst the wave of negative press following the announcement, a source has revealed the couple's excitement for the overseas trip, stating: "Meghan sees this Colombia tour as her chance to prove to the world what a big star she is and how much the Royal Family misses her."
The insider, according to OK!, claimed: "She knows how much she can turn it on, and doing events like this was the one thing about royal life that appealed to her. She was furious when that was taken away because she knows she’s such an asset."
"She feels she and Harry truly shine when meeting dignitaries and locals, enhancing their brand and plan to be the alternative Royal Family. Meghan believes that no one in the Royal Family can put on a show like she and Harry can."
"When they left, they requested to continue representing the family on tours but were denied. She sees this as the ultimate revenge, as they were both deeply hurt by that rejection," according to the source.
