Kate Middleton and Prince William will become Grantors of Royal Warrants in 2026, allowing them to endorse brands publicly, a role previously held by King Charles, which is expected to influence royal endorsements and fashion.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle decided to step back from their senior royal roles after a 2020 photo of Queen Elizabeth II and her heirs, including King Charles, Prince William, and Prince George, was released by Buckingham Palace. The couple believed that the institution was conspiring against them and that their future within the monarchy was uncertain. They officially announced their departure two days after the photo's release. The decision led to a deeper feud between Harry and William, with Harry claiming that his brother yelled at him and his father said untrue things. The couple currently resides in California with their two children.