Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have once again been dealt a harsh reality check from the United Kingdom, as new polling reveals their popularity among the British public remains deeply in the negative zone.
The latest YouGov survey paints a grim picture for the California based couple, showing that both Meghan and Harry are still among the least liked figures in the Royal Family. These results underline just how far the couple’s public image has fallen since their dramatic royal exit in 2020.
According to the poll, Prince William continues to dominate the royal popularity rankings, with an impressive 74 percent of Britons holding a positive opinion of the future King. His approval rating places him far ahead of his younger brother Harry, who lags behind with just 28 percent.
Princess Kate, the Princess of Wales, also remains one of the most admired members of the monarchy. With a 71 percent approval rating, Kate’s reputation as a poised and reliable figure has clearly solidified her standing with the public. Her popularity nearly matches that of Princess Anne, who is also seen as a hardworking and dedicated royal with a 70 percent positive score.
King Charles is maintaining a respectable position as well, securing a 59 percent positive rating. This is consistent with earlier surveys showing steady approval for the monarch, with around 62 percent of Britons saying he is doing a good job in his role.
But for Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, the numbers tell a far less flattering story. Meghan’s popularity stands at just 20 percent, marking one of her lowest scores on record. This figure represents a continuation of a trend where the Duchess of Sussex has struggled to win back public support since stepping away from royal duties.
Harry’s approval is slightly better but still bleak at 28 percent, with the former working royal losing the admiration he once enjoyed in his home country. This drop in popularity has been a steady decline over the past few years, with multiple controversies, media interviews, and public statements contributing to the erosion of trust among many Britons.
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The survey also revealed that older generations in the UK are far more likely to hold positive opinions of senior royals like King Charles, Princess Anne, and the Prince and Princess of Wales. However, this demographic remains the most critical of Harry and Meghan, with their ratings falling even lower among those aged over 50.
Royal commentators suggest that this sustained negativity may be due to the couple’s repeated criticisms of the monarchy in public interviews and their decision to share intimate family details in Harry’s memoir. For many in Britain, these actions have been seen as unnecessary attacks on the institution and the people still serving it.
This is not the first time the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have faced such disappointing polling results. Surveys throughout the past two years have consistently shown that their popularity in the UK is at historic lows, even as they maintain a significant following in the United States and certain international markets.
While Harry and Meghan have tried to shift their focus toward charitable work, media projects, and business ventures in the United States, the latest data suggests that repairing their image in Britain will be an uphill battle.
Many experts believe that without a significant change in approach or a reconciliatory move toward the Royal Family, these numbers are unlikely to improve.
The findings also highlight the ongoing division between the Sussexes and the rest of the Royal Family. As William, Kate, Charles, and Anne continue to maintain high approval ratings, Harry and Meghan remain on the opposite end of the spectrum, struggling to connect with the same audience that once celebrated them.
For now, the couple may find comfort in their popularity abroad, but the new survey is another reminder that their relationship with the British public remains fractured. Whether they will ever bridge that gap is a question that still hangs heavily over their royal legacy
