In 2020, Meghan and Harry shared a Christmas photo with their son Archie, showing him standing with them in front of a playhouse decorated with holiday wreaths. The following year, a picture was released featuring one of the couple holding baby Lilibet up in the air.

However, in 2022 and 2023, the couple chose not to include their children in the holiday cards, instead opting for a photo of just Meghan and Harry.

Grant believes there is a reason behind the Sussexes’ decision to break away from tradition this year, not only by including their kids once again, but by presenting the photo as a montage.

“The impression I’m getting is that they want to show all the things they have achieved and done together this year,” he said.

While Grant thinks it’s a nice idea, he noted that it might be more sensible to have picked just one photo to avoid stirring controversy. Nevertheless, he believes that by stepping away from tradition, the couple is sending a significant message.

“From my point of view, they want to convey what they’ve done together in 2024,” he added.

“I’ve never seen anything like that before, and I’ve seen Royal Christmas cards countless times. They’ve definitely gone beyond the usual here for some reason.

“Their message seems to be saying, ‘Look how busy we are,’ and highlighting everything they’ve accomplished.”

When comparing the Sussexes’ choice to that of the Waleses, he added that the intended message might have been somewhat diluted.

“The thing is, we know they’re busy, we know they have a lot going on, and they’ve achieved a lot this year,” Grant went on.

“Kate or the King would never go around saying, ‘Look how much I’m doing’ every year. They don’t need to. That’s how I see it.

“I now view Meghan and Harry as a celebrity Royal couple. It’s not a negative thing, but that’s how I see them now, and probably how others do as well. They’re Royal, but they’ve reached more of a