Meghan Markle’s Reported Apology to Royal Family Labelled ‘Calculated’ PR Move by Commentators
Any potential apology from Meghan Markle to the British Royal Family would stem from a desire to repair commercial standing and reintegrate into high-society circles rather than genuine remorse, according to commentators speaking on the newly launched podcast Royals Unscripted.
The discussion follows claims from an insider reporting that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have come to view their 2021 sit-down with Oprah Winfrey as a significant misstep—specifically the widely discussed allegations concerning conversations around Prince Archie’s skin tone prior to his birth.
Claims of Regret Over the Oprah Winfrey Interview
According to sources cited by the Daily Express, the Sussexes have privately acknowledged crossing the line during their early public disclosures in the United States.
“Their one big regret about leaving the Royal Family for the US was their interview with Oprah, and Meghan knows her biggest mistake was her claim that a Royal Family member had discussed Archie’s skin colour,” a source claimed. “Harry was angry with his family at the time, and backed Meghan up, but they now realise what a low blow it was. They both know they’re hot-headed and realise they took things too far.”
Commentators Question the Sincerity of Any Repentance
Examining the reports on Royals Unscripted—hosted by Daily Express Royal Editor Emily Ferguson alongside commentator Carole Malone—the panel dismissed suggestions that an apology would be rooted in personal contrition.
Both hosts described the original interview disclosures as deliberately calculated, with Malone arguing that a public or private amends would serve practical business and social objectives above all else:
“If she is going to apologise it isn’t because she’s sorry. It’s because her and Harry have come back here and they are desperately trying to reintegrate into Britain; they desperately want to look better,” Malone argued.“She needs to change her persona. If she’s going to make money, if she’s going to start businesses here, if she’s going to be mixing in the circles she wants… this has to be gone out of the way. I truly believe this is nothing to do with her being sorry. This is about them trying to burnish their reputation, re-establish their reputation in this country.”
While acknowledging that an apology would theoretically be a constructive gesture, Malone noted that deep fractures remain between Prince Harry and Prince William, who have remained estranged for years.
UK Return and Speculation Over King Charles Meeting
The commentary comes amid reports surrounding Harry and Meghan’s presence in the UK following a move back in late August. While the couple has yet to publicly or privately reunite with senior working royals, speculation continues to build regarding a potential meeting between Prince Harry and his father, King Charles III, ahead of the Christmas holidays. However, observers see little to no prospect of reconciliation with Prince William in the near term.
