Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Spark Speculation Over Possible Royal Reconnection
Five years after stepping away from their official royal duties, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are once again in the public eye, this time due to a move that some royal observers view as a potential signal of reconciliation with the British monarchy.
Reports suggest that the Duke and Duchess of Suss*x have submitted passport applications for their two children—Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet—that include the use of the HRH (His/Her Royal Highness) titles. This unexpected decision has stirred conversations about whether the couple is considering a return to royal life.
According to insiders, the inclusion of the HRH titles in the documents was deliberate, intended to provide Archie, 6, and Lilibet, 4, the freedom to choose their path in the future—whether to live private lives or embrace roles within the royal institution. Some royal analysts have taken this as the strongest indication yet that Harry and Meghan may be open to mending ties with the monarchy.
Royal journalist Richard Eden, writing for the Daily Mail, described the development as a notable gesture toward reengagement. He questioned whether the couple—who once stepped away from what they viewed as restrictive royal obligations—might now be paving a path for their children to reconnect with the royal tradition they left behind.
The Guardian was among the first outlets to report the story, suggesting that Prince Harry wishes to retain the HRH status for his children, allowing them the option to make their own decisions when they’re older. However, reactions within Buckingham Palace have reportedly ranged from surprise to confusion.
One unnamed source voiced skepticism, asking why the Suss*xes would want to impose royal expectations on their children when they had previously found those very responsibilities stifling.
Over the years, Harry and Meghan have publicly shared their struggles with royal life, including high-profile interviews and statements that painted their exit from royal duties as a pursuit of independence and well-being. Now, their apparent decision to maintain royal titles for their children has reopened the conversation about their future and whether a return to the royal fold could be on the horizon.
While this latest move could simply be about preserving options for their children, some royal insiders believe it may represent a shift in perspective or a quiet olive branch. Whether it leads to a formal return or not, the royal family and the public alike are watching with curiosity and interest to see what the couple’s next steps will be.