Oscars threatened with boycott over Prince Harry and Meghan's rumoured appearance as guest

Royal fans seemingly don't want to see Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to take the stage at the Oscars.

Some fans have reportedly threatened to boycott the Oscars over rumours that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are being "lined up" to present an award at the star-studded ceremony.

This came after a source told the Sun: "Show producers Will Packer and Shayla Cowan have lined up some amazing A-list names to take to the stage and Harry and Meghan would be the icing on the cake."

The report apparently sparked fury on social media as some royal fans expressed their anger and threatened to boycott the annual awards ceremony.

Responding to the claims on Twitter, one user Linda Lavigne wrote: "If they present an award I’m done with the Oscars!"

A second user, Philip, agreed, writing: "Oscars credibility down the toilet.

"Will suggest a 'red button' and an audience, sponsorship and advertising crash.

"Any product advertised and/or company sponsorship of the Oscars to be boycotted."

Meanwhile, Melissa Gregoire wrote: "I will really be disappointed if these two are presenters at the Academy Awards.

"Why? Because they will see it as a sign that they have been truly embraced by A-listers.

"Their most favourite people who espouse their ideals, & who will finally allow them into their intimate circles."

Another user, Ginger Jones, added: "I don’t believe this for a second."

The 2022 Oscars are now just a matter of days away. The ceremony will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles on Sunday 27 March, with the event beginning at 8pm ET, or 1am (on 28 March) in the UK.