Every year, the holiday season tends to shine a spotlight on the royal family, but this time it’s Meghan Markle who has caught everyone’s attention for all the wrong reasons. With Christmas approaching, whispers around Montecito suggest that Meghan is slipping back into the very behavior that critics once labeled as her “diva” side, and the timing could not be worse for Prince Harry.
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The Sussexes have been under pressure for months, following the disappointing reception of their Netflix projects and the growing tension with the rest of the royal family. Insiders close to the couple say Meghan has been feeling increasingly restless, demanding a level of control and attention that is making even Harry’s closest allies nervous. The idea of a quiet family Christmas seems far from reality when Meghan is reportedly pushing for a grand show of glamour, even as their reputation takes hit after hit.
For Harry, the situation is becoming a delicate balancing act. On one side, he has Meghan, determined to shape the narrative and remind the world of her star power. On the other, he faces the reality that their standing with Hollywood executives and streaming bosses is weakening. Adding to the pressure is the knowledge that this Christmas marks another year of distance from his father, King Charles, and his brother, Prince William. Rather than finding peace, Harry may be caught in the middle of Meghan’s attempts to reclaim the spotlight, a move that risks further alienating him from his family.
Observers point out that Meghan’s determination to stage a festive comeback could backfire. With Netflix already eyeing their projects with skepticism and public opinion sharply divided, the sight of Meghan embracing her old “diva” persona could reinforce exactly the kind of image she has been trying to shake off. For many critics, the contrast between the royal family’s traditional understated Christmas and Meghan’s Hollywood-style version only fuels the idea that the Sussexes are out of touch with reality.
What makes this situation even more troubling is the growing concern for Harry’s well-being. Friends say he often looks drained, caught between his loyalty to Meghan and his longing for some form of reconciliation with his family. As Meghan ramps up her push for attention during the festive season, Harry’s role seems reduced to that of a supporting act, and it’s leaving many to wonder how long he can maintain this balancing act without breaking.
Christmas is supposed to bring unity, reflection, and family warmth. Yet for Meghan and Harry, this year seems to be shaping up as another chapter of image battles, public criticism, and personal strain. If Meghan truly wants to reinvent herself and secure her family’s future, slipping back into the diva role may be the last thing she should be doing.