Piers Morgan Accuses Harry And Meghan Of ‘Stinking Hypocrisy’ Over ‘Public Figures’ Demand

Piers Morgan has launched a blistering attack on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle over their reported wish to be treated as “public figures” — accusing the Sussexes of wanting the privileges of royal status without accepting the responsibilities that come with it.

Speaking on The Royals Uncensored, Morgan said their latest position was deeply ironic after the couple had spent years describing the pressures of public life as one of the reasons they wanted to step away from royal duties.

Now, with Harry and Meghan having returned to Britain with their children, Morgan warned that their presence could create what he described as a “rival royal family” operating alongside the actual Royal Family.

‘They Want To Have Their Royal Cake And Eat It’

Morgan took particular aim at the reported preference for the term “public figures” rather than “private citizens”.

He argued that the position exposed what he sees as a fundamental contradiction in the Sussexes’ approach to royal life.

The couple had previously walked away from their roles and moved to the United States, while repeatedly discussing the intense scrutiny that came with being senior members of the Royal Family.

Morgan highlighted the irony of now seeking recognition as public figures after fleeing what he described as the “misery of being public figures”.

His verdict was blunt.

“They couldn’t have their royal cake and eat it,” he said.

Piers Morgan Warns Of A ‘Rival Royal Family’

The broadcaster also turned his attention to the wider implications of Harry and Meghan’s return to Britain.

Morgan warned that their renewed presence could create the appearance of a competing royal operation, particularly if the couple seek a prominent public profile while remaining outside the working Royal Family.

He described the prospect as a “rival royal family now in this country”.

Morgan also accused the Sussexes of showing what he called “stinking hypocrisy”, arguing that their latest reported briefing represented a step backwards rather than a genuine attempt to settle their position.

His criticism came after King Charles made the Palace’s position clear in a letter sent to senior stakeholders, reiterating that Harry and Meghan are private citizens and are not returning as working royals.

The Palace Draws A Clear Line

The King’s letter stated that there had been no change to the couple’s existing status, with their HRH styles remaining in abeyance.

It also made clear that their charitable work is undertaken privately and that they should be treated in the same way as other private citizens with commercial and charitable interests.

Harry and Meghan’s team reportedly expressed surprise at the announcement, while reports have suggested that the couple would prefer the description “public figures”.

That distinction has now become a major point of debate surrounding their return.

Morgan argued that the Sussexes cannot simultaneously reject the institution when it suits them and expect its public recognition when it benefits them.

Experts Say The ‘Half-In, Half-Out’ Dream Is Over

Morgan was joined on the panel by royal commentator Katie Nicholl, Jo Elvin and former royal butler Grant Harrold.

The discussion centred on whether Harry and Meghan could ever establish a position somewhere between private citizens and working royals.

The panel agreed that the King’s firm statement had effectively destroyed any prospect of a renewed “half-in, half-out” arrangement.

That model was rejected during the Sandringham discussions in 2020, when Harry and Meghan ultimately stepped away from frontline royal duties.

Now, after their return to Britain, the Palace appears determined to prevent any confusion over where they stand.

For Morgan, the issue is about more than a title or a description.

He believes Harry and Meghan are attempting to remain close enough to the Royal Family to retain its prestige while staying far enough away to avoid its obligations.

And with the Sussexes now back on British soil, his warning is unmistakable: the battle over what Harry and Meghan are — and what they expect to be treated as — may have only just begun.