Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s life in the United States is vastly different from their previous existence in the UK.
One of the biggest changes is that they can raise their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, away from the relentless media attention and the pressures that come with being part of the Royal Family.
However, in recent times, Meghan has chosen to share more glimpses of their children—though without revealing their faces. Now, a newly released photo of Lilibet and Harry has sparked controversy, leaving many fans outraged. Are the Duke and Duchess violating the law?
Prince Harry & Meghan Markle Criticized Over New Photo of Lilibet
Throughout their lives, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet have remained largely out of the public eye. Neither child has made a public appearance with their parents, and unfortunately, they have no real relationship with their royal relatives.
Archie was just a year old when Harry and Meghan stepped away from royal life and moved to the U.S., while Lilibet was born there. Though Archie has met his grandfather, King Charles, his uncle, Prince William, and his cousins, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, their relationship has not been given much attention.
Prince Harry & Meghan Markle are so good at showing the world how much they suck at being parents
What fucking moron doesn’t put their child in a safety vest while boating
This is a LEGAL requirement for all when boating pic.twitter.com/b95E8td0Yy
— MeghansMole©️ (@MeghansMole) March 8, 2025
Several royal experts have criticized Harry and Meghan for keeping their children from forming bonds with their UK-based relatives. Last summer, Meghan’s estranged father, Thomas Markle, openly criticized the couple, claiming they were depriving their children of the chance to connect with their royal heritage.
“They are getting to the age where they will start to ask questions, as all kids do,” Markle told New Zealand Woman’s Weekly, as reported by The Sun.
“I find myself wondering how Archie and Lilibet will feel in a few years’ time when they realize all the things they have missed out on,” he added.
Backlash Over Lilibet’s Lifejacket
As mentioned, Harry and Meghan have been selective about sharing images of their children on social media. Even their Christmas card featured a photo of the family without revealing their faces. However, with Meghan’s new Netflix project, recently taken pictures of their children have surfaced.
One particular image, shared by Meghan on Instagram, shows three-year-old Lilibet sitting in a boat on her father’s lap as he kisses her head. Lilibet is dressed in a pink shirt and floral leggings, while Harry wears shorts, a t-shirt, sunglasses, and a cap.
12
