Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams has issued a cautionary note to Meghan Markle should she consider visiting the UK alongside Prince Harry for his Invictus gaming event. While Harry is set to return and has expressed a desire to reunite with his family, including his father, King Charles, who is battling cancer, reports suggest Meghan may have declined the invitation.
Should Meghan decide to travel to the UK, it would mark her first visit to the region since 2022. Earlier invitations from Prince William and Kate Middleton for Meghan and Harry to bring their children were reportedly declined by Meghan citing safety concerns.
Richard Fitzwilliams, speaking to the Sun, warns of potential adverse publicity should Meghan choose to visit, citing her past actions over the last four years. While security would likely be ensured for her visit, Fitzwilliams notes that Meghan may have a “perfect excuse” not to come due to recent developments, including Harry’s loss in a High Court case regarding security.
Fitzwilliams acknowledges that Meghan has every right to visit but suggests that security concerns might be leveraged as a reason for her absence, especially after Harry’s security downgrade following his departure from royal duties. He also references the couple’s recent public appearance at an event organized by their charity, The Archewell Foundation, juxtaposing it with Prince William and Kate Middleton’s decision to take time off from royal duties due to Kate’s health issues.
In summary, Fitzwilliams advises caution to Meghan given the potential for negative attention surrounding her visit, coupled with recent events impacting the couple’s security situation and public image.
