Meghan Markle faced criticism after sharing a picture of Prince Harry and their daughter, Princess Lilibet, on Instagram. The photo features Prince Harry, known as the Duke of Sussex, holding their four-year-old daughter adorned in a pink dress and matching tights, holding balloons. Despite their previous advocacy for online safety and privacy, the couple’s decision to post the picture online drew backlash from social media users who labeled them as “hypocritical.”
Following their move to California and stepping back from royal duties in 2020, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have emphasized their desire for increased privacy. However, public posts involving their children, Archie and Lilibet, often spark intense reactions. Despite their recent commendable stance on children’s social media data regulations, critics have pointed out the perceived hypocrisy in sharing images of their children online.
The couple’s approach of shielding their children from public view has been well-known, with royal journalist Matt Wilkinson noting Harry’s preference for keeping his children out of the spotlight. The ongoing debate surrounding their online presence continues, with many questioning the couple’s consistency in advocating for privacy while sharing glimpses of their family life on social media platforms.
