After the release of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's controversial Netflix docuseries, "Harry & Meghan," and the former's explosive memoir, "Spare," the big question is: What's next for the Sussexes? The couple's U.K. popularity reportedly plummets to a record low, while the U.S. allegedly loses their sympathy for them.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have earned millions from their Penguin Random House and Netflix deals. But what will be their next move after the release of their controversial projects?
Page Six reported that even America wasn't sure what to make of the royal couple. Global branding and public relations expert Mark Borkowski told the publication that the two "are on the edge" and have "lost the sympathy vote."
Even the famous and influential reacted to the Duke of Sussex's revelations, with the New York Times publishing an article that asked if his book changed the public's opinion of him. Ronald Reagan's daughter, Patti Davis, wrote a Times piece that she would have urged him to think twice before publishing his tell-all.
Former first daughter Jenna Bush Hager also said on NBC's "Hoda and Jenna" that she couldn't imagine writing against her twin sister, Barbara, just like what Prince Harry did of his brother, Prince William. None of their celebrity friends also promote either his book or their docu.
With these comments, will they continue to drop more revelations? Prince Harry had four big interviews to promote his book.
There are also claims that his memoir is a two-parter, though the idea was reportedly axed. They will also have a book about "leadership and philanthropy," while Meghan Markle may write her own memoir.
In addition, they have a three-year deal with Spotify, though it remains to be seen if the Duchess of Sussex's "Archetypes with Meghan" will be renewed. It's also unknown if Netflix will renew their deal.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly in talks with various branding deals, though nothing is official yet. The former actress is allegedly thinking of relaunching her Instagram and lifestyle blog, The Tig.
Meanwhile, senior Conservative MPs argue that Prince Harry should be stripped of his title after "trashing" the royal family. Isle of Wight MP Bob Seely will pass legislation that may downgrade the prince's dukedom, just like how German royals had their titles removed in the First World War.
Privy Council members may remove their Duke and Duchess of Sussex titles under the legislation, with Seely saying the obvious hypocrisy of enjoying using their royal names while criticizing the institution. Hence, he added that Prince Harry should set an example and call himself Mr. Windsor instead and voluntarily remove his title.
