How is it disrespectful???? They were not posing for a photo like that. The photo was taken from behind as they were on a balcony. Its a beautiful and
artistic photo. Perhaps they thought to showcase the talent of a photographer, instead of the usual boring poses we see with some royals. You will find plenty of photos of royals from behind. No shock or disrespect.
you obviously never worked in hospitality: number one rule- never stand with your back to the guest or the lobby. Showing ones back is equal to saying: “you and your opinion don’t matter so we’re ignoring you” which is a dreadful and disrespectful message to send when your entire job and is to literally be a representative of the country (and this its people) you live in. Think about it this way: why is it frowned upon (and in some circles unheard of doing) to turn your back when walking away from the queen? Because it’s considered disrespectful.
The picture may be artistic and would fit well on the wall on an art museum, but it does not fit as an official picture for a state representative - for the exact same reasons the Christmas picture was a bad choice.
I know you would love to shove them into the 'minor royal' category and shove them into some corner never to be seen again, but not reality
They are not being “shoved” anywhere they are not already part of. They are minor royals (I have already stated why). I know it sucks for some to internalize it- welcome to the real world: royalty style.
I don’t mind them having public roles, And as long as they do have public roles people have every right to criticize them!!
This is no different then KP's social media page which now just belongs to William and Kate. Would it better if it was called Frogmore Cottage and not by their names
What a silly thing to even bring up. The Kensington palace account retained its name because the Cambridge’s title will eventually change to Wales and eventually king and queen. While Harry (and Meghan should the marriage last) will forever remain Sussex
The one job of any royal, whether heir or not, is to promote their charities. This is the 21st century. The quickest and best way to get word out is through social media. People don't read the old newspapers, rarely on media. Young people get their news from social media. It is INTELLIGENT move of royals to get that and to embrace that.
i have never stated that i mind the royals having social media accounts. What I clearly have said is that it is more fitting for a minor royals (Harry and Meghan included) to be under a single main account - that is the “royal family” account. While the actual heirs get their own accounts same as they have their own courts!: good morning and welcome to the world of how royal families work!
No one is going to look to Buckingham palace twitter for news on Harry. And what purpose would that serve their causes? None. This isn't about promoting the future king (and only the future king should get attention). Its about the work they are doing.
Again welcome to his royalty works.
Harry and Meghan can most certainly promote their charities through the main royal family social media account. Same as Anne and Edward have done.
Leave the UK behind and look at other royal families. Many royals have their own social media. They use it as a way to reach out. Even the overly traditional Bhutanese do. Even your Horrifying to imagine, junior royals have the audacity to have instagrams to promote their work. Shocking I know.
yes let’s talk about the continental monarchies of Europe- Where minor royals (that is younger siblings of the heir) are not considered senior royals and do not take on public duties except for large events. This is where the British royalty differ from its Europeans cousins.
And again: no one is against the royal family having social media accounts. Unlike some I prefer to look at the whole picture (past, present and future) and not just a single piece.
Harry will never be a 'minor royal'. He will be the second of only 2 sons of the future king Charles. It will 25-30 years before George and his siblings take on full time royal duties and Harry and Meghan slide further out of the spotlight. Other then dating stories and weddings, there wont be much stories for the Cambridge trio for many years to come. It will be those like Anne, Edward and Andrew who when their mother is gone, will slowly begin to fade like the Kents and Gloucesters already have.