The Royal Family took over the headlines in 2020 as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made the controversial decision to step back as ‘senior’ members. On Saturday, it was revealed by the Queen, via a statement, that the family had finally come to an agreement where Harry and Meghan would have to give up their HRH titles.
Finally, breaking his silence over the Royal exit is Harry, who gave an emotional and passionate speech at a private dinner for his charity Sentebale in London. One of the most profound quotes by Harry is how he feels ‘great sadness’ over the decision he made that would be impacting the entire family.
Speaking on behalf of his wife as well, Harry shared, “We both do everything we can to fly the flag and carry out our roles for this country with pride. Once Meghan and I were married, we were excited, we were hopeful, and we were here to serve. For these reasons, it brings me great sadness that it has come to this.”
“The decision that I have made for my wife and I to step back is not one I made lightly. It was so many months of talks after so many years of challenges. And I know I haven’t always gotten it right, but as far as this goes, there really was no other option,” Harry stated while finally putting an end to the rumours that Meghan was solely responsible, to what netizens are calling the “Megxit.”
“The decision I made for MY WIFE and I to step back..to take a step forward to what I hope to be a more PEACEFUL life” It was Harry’s decision not Meghan’s, the man just wants to live his life with the woman he loves #meghanharry #Megxit pic.twitter.com/6aQSMGZWOY
— Save us Nicola Sturgeon (@BeLikeAudrey) January 19, 2020
“We are taking a leap of faith. Thank you for giving me the courage to take this next step,” Harry shared with earnest honesty.