Prince Harry and Meghan Markle desperately need ‘support system’ amid ‘Endgame’ row

As the fallout continues from the bomb allegations at Omid Scobie’s Game overroyal writer Laura Harfield says Prince Harry and Meghan Markle need a strong support network they can rely on in private.

Scobie’s biography Game over caused uproar with allegations of racist comments about Archie, although he refused to name members of the royal family.

While the Sussexes have not commented on the scandal, Harfield notes that life under constant public scrutiny and media attention can’t be easy for the couple.

She said: “And while a lot of it has been caused by them or involves them in some way, it must be emotionally draining on them, their relationship with their friends as well as each other. I hope they rely on their support to network privately and be honest and vulnerable with their feelings.”

The expert added that it may be difficult for Harry in particular to share his feelings openly, as he is used to the royal family’s “never complain, never explain” ethos.

“He’s not used to being vocal about his feelings and emotions, so he’s going to need a support network around him that he can turn to and trust,” Laura said.

Harfield noted that in the past, when celebrity allies have publicly defended Harry and Meghan, they’ve faced backlash — something the couple likely wants to avoid for friends: “When their famous friends have publicly defended them in the past, they’ve also received backlash and negative Press, which they probably want to avoid”.

“So while we may not see a public show of solidarity from their celebrity friends, I hope their friends are rallying around them privately and offering advice to help the couple make positive choices going forward,” the expert concluded. .