The Duke and Duchess of Sussex joyfully welcomed their baby daughter into the world in 2021 in sunny California, choosing to name her Lilibet in honor of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
This decision, however, has stirred up a storm of controversy within royal circles, risking further strain on already delicate relations.
Speculation abounds as one royal commentator suggests that the revelation of Queen Elizabeth II's alleged displeasure over great-granddaughter Princess Lilibet's name could deepen the existing divide among the royals.
The situation escalated when a palace insider, as cited by royal author Robert Hardman in his latest book, recounted the late Queen's purported outrage following the Sussexes' public declaration.
According to Hardman's account in “Charles III, New King.
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The inside story,” a palace staff member recalled the late Queen's unprecedented anger in response to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's statement that they would not have chosen the family nickname if she had not been supportive.
This revelation has reignited public debate and is predicted to exacerbate tensions, according to royal commentator Offa Hagen.
In an interview with Newsweek, Hagen expressed her views on the matter, stating, “We've already discussed Lilibet's name at the time of her birth, and revisiting this issue is unkind and likely to inflame tensions.
It resurrects the arguments of those who believe Harry and Meghan were mistaken in their actions.
It seems rather unfair, considering she is just a child, and this is her given name.”
Addressing the controversy, a spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex emphasized that the royal family was consulted prior to the announcement of Lilibet's name.
They clarified that the Duke had personally informed his family, with his grandmother being the first relative he contacted.
During their conversation, he shared their intention to name their daughter Lilibet in tribute to her.
Despite this assurance, some royal commentators remain unsympathetic towards the Sussexes.
Piers Morgan, known for his candid opinions, condemned the couple's choice as “disgusting” to his vast following on social media.
His remarks ignited a heated discussion, with supporters and critics alike voicing their perspectives on the matter.
Amidst the ongoing debate, questions have been raised regarding the necessity of seeking approval for using a family member's name.
Some individuals have pointed out the seeming inconsistency in requiring consent for such a decision, while others have defended the Sussexes' right to choose their daughter's name independently.
