Prince Harry, Meghan Markle asked to surrender royal titles after major snub

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have once again ignored Sussex Day!

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are at the center of controversy as they face fresh calls to be stripped of their royal titles, as reported by RadarOnline.

For those unaware, Meghan and Harry were given Sussex titles from the late Queen Elizabeth after their wedding in 2018. However, they have long been criticised for their lack of interest in the county of Sussex.

As the couple failed to mark the Sussex Day, which is held annually on June 16, former Sussex MP Tim Loughton stated, "The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have shown minimal interest in the county that their titles represent."

"It is time for Sussex to have a Duke who genuinely values our community. Simply wishing residents a happy Sussex Day is not too much to ask," he added.

Notably, royal watchers also reacted on social media with one stating, "They only want the titles without any of the responsibilities that come with them," as quoted by the outlet.

However, a supporter noted, "They would be criticized whether they acknowledged the day or not. It's a no-win situation for them."

It is worth mentioning that Meghan Markle did use the day to promote her lifestyle brand As Ever. She teased a new product launch on Instagram with the caption, "Oh yes, honey… sweet things await."