Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were blasted by a royal commentator who branded their latest drama surrounding their Archewell Foundation as “incredibly embarrassing”.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Archewell Foundation was found ‘delinquent’ in California (Image: Getty)

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s latest drama involving their Archewell Foundation has been described as “incredibly embarrassing” by a royal commentator.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex saw their charity listed as “delinquent” earlier this month by California’s Registry of Charities and Fundraisers for “failing to submit required annual report(s) and/or renewal fees”.

But last week the the status of Archewell Foundation had been changed to “current” with the Department of Justing saying the Archewell Foundation is “current and in good standing”.

It is understood the issue arose from a payment which had timely been sent but was not processed with the Archewell Foundation saying: “We have diligently investigated the situation and can confirm that the Archewell Foundation remains fully compliant and in good standing.”

Now Rebecca English, the Daily Mail’s Royal Editor, told the Palace Confidential: “It’s an incredibly embarrassing incident, that kind of thing, really shouldn’t happen with an organisation as high profile, that wants to be even higher profile, as theirs.”

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23 hours ago14:52 Sophia Papamavroudi

Meghan Markle’s ‘Summer of Love’ declared as Duchess prepares ‘full on media blitz’

EXCLUSIVE: Meghan Markle is ready to launch a “Summer of Love” charm offensive to win new fans for her American Riviera Orchard brand, according to a highly-placed source.

The Duchess of Sussex will appear on TV chat shows and podcasts as well as giving interviews to “specially selected” journalists in a bid to boost her popularity in America, we can reveal.

“This is going to be a full-on media blitz aimed at softening the public’s perception of her and driving online sales when her brand goes live,” our source, who has close ties to Meghan’s Hollywood agents WME, confirmed.

Meghan Markle is preparing a ‘full-on media blitz,’ according to inside sources (Image: Getty)

yesterday13:59 Sophia Papamavroudi

King Charles to break from major tradition in this year’s Trooping the Colour parade

King Charles is set to break a royal tradition this year during the Trooping the Colour parade, it has been reported.

The monarch is expected to travel by carriage instead of riding on horseback, according to the Times.

Last year, Charles became the first monarch in more than 30 years to take part in Trooping the Colour on horseback.

King Charles is thought to break one royal tradition this summer (Image: Getty)

yesterday13:10 Sophia Papamavroudi

King Charles offered Prince Harry olive branch before Duke ‘snubbed father again’

King Charles was left “bruised” after Prince Harry claimed he was unable to see his father in the UK because he was “too busy.”

A spokesperson for the Duke of Sussex made the claim when he arrived in Britain to attend an Invictus Games event.

Despite being just a couple of miles from each other, Harry and the King did not see each other during the Duke’s time back in his country of birth.

But The Times’s royal correspondent, Roya Nikkah, claims that it was Harry who had rejected the King’s invitation, rather than the King being too busy with other commitments.

Prince Harry and King Charles did not meet last time the Duke returned to the UK (Image: Getty)

yesterday12:29 Sophia Papamavroudi

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s ‘rival tours’ abroad could ‘muddy the waters’ with royals

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s “rivalry” with the Royal Family when it comes to royal tours could “muddy the waters”, a former royal staffer has claimed.

They told the Daily Beast: “Overseas visits might look like jollies, but they are actually a matter of foreign policy. Harry and Meghan have different priorities because they are no longer working royals.

“But of course, the vast majority of the world is ignorant of such distinctions, and regard Harry and Meghan as every bit as representative of the Royal Family as William and Charles.”

They added that if Harry and Meghan continue to carry out such ‘unofficial’ foreign tours regularly, it “could muddy the waters” when it comes to official royal operations abroad.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could go on more tours overseas (Image: Getty)

yesterday12:27 Sophia Papamavroudi

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle set for more ‘faux royal tours’ to save own image

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are trying to rival the Royal Family in order to save their popularity, a royal expert has claimed.

Royal author and historian Gareth Russell said that there is an ‘alternate’ Montecito Royal Family ’emerging’ across the pond.

He told the Sun: “To all intents and purposes that [an alternate royal family] is a real possibility.

“The problem for the Sussexes is that once you start doing anything like that, people become a lot more critical of what you do outside that – like commercial endeavours or quasi-royal tours.”

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could be eyeing up more tours in the future, says expert (Image: Getty)

yesterday11:57 Sophia Papamavroudi

Prince William ‘determined to focus on others’ at royal engagement, says expert

Prince William made a visit to a hospital on the Isle of Scilly where he met with staff members and patients and it was clear that he went out of his way to put them first, says body language expert Judi James.

Daily Express US spoke exclusively with Ms James, who said: “Two things stand out from William’s body language during this appearance in Scilly.”

She added: “Firstly his apparent determination to focus on others rather than himself.”

Prince William visits St. Mary’s Harbour (Image: Getty)

yesterday10:51 Sophia Papamavroudi

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s secret wedding day message fans have only just ‘cracked’

Six years ago, royal enthusiasts were eagerly anticipating the grand wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

The couple exchanged vows on May 19, 2018, at St George’s Chapel in Windsor and fans relish revisiting the stunning images and footage from the day, from the moment the radiant couple said “I do” to their enchanting carriage ride around Windsor.

A memorable highlight was when Meghan slipped into a gorgeous Stella McCartney halter neck dress for the evening reception at Frogmore House. The couple left Windsor Castle in a blue Concept Zero E-type Jaguar, with Prince Harry behind the wheel.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle married in 2018 (Image: Getty)

yesterday10:24 Sophia Papamavroudi

Expert reveals Palace’s five-word ‘reaction’ to Prince Harry and Meghan’s Nigeria photos

A royal commentator has revealed how the royals could have reacted following Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s recent trip to Nigeria.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex made headlines last weekend after they embarked on a three-day trip to the West African Nation to promote mental health for soldiers and empower young people.

Their unofficial ‘royal tour’ was viewed positively by a royal commentator who claimed Harry and Meghan’s pictures in Nigeria could be looked at with envy by Harry’s relatives across the pond.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visited Nigeria last weekend (Image: Getty)

yesterday09:51 Sophia Papamavroudi

Meghan Markle’s very different wedding before Prince Harry included ‘marijuana party bags’

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry radiated joy on the day of their nuptials, celebrated in the presence of hundreds of friends and loved ones.

The happy couple, now known as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, were married on Saturday, 19 May 2018 at St George’s Chapel situated in Windsor Castle.

Millions across the globe tuned in for the spectacle which boasted a star-studded guest list including Victoria and David Beckham and Amal and George Clooney.

However, the ceremony starkly contrasted Meghan’s first marital union with Trevor Engelson.

Inside Meghan’s two very different weddings before sixth anniversary with Harry (Image: Getty)

yesterday08:55 Sophia Papamavroudi

King Charles to avoid conversations about Princess Beatrice and Eugenie for key reason

King Charles should not offer Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie a more prominent role in official duties as this could “stir up” conversations about Prince Andrew’s royal return, a PR expert has claimed.

The Royal Family has been battling shortages in its working members since the beginning of 2024 after King Charles and the Princess of Wales were diagnosed with cancer earlier this year.

However, even though experts have called on the Princesses of York to take on more duties following the current shortages, a PR expert suggested otherwise, saying such a move could have negative consequences.

King Charles ‘should not make’ Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie working royals, says expert (Image: Getty)

yesterday08:40 Sophia Papamavroudi

Meghan Markle’s blunt seven-word reply when confronted by Prince William

Meghan Markle reportedly didn’t shy away from addressing “concerns” within the Royal Family, an expert has claimed.

The Duchess of Sussex reportedly found herself at the heart of royal tensions soon after she began her romance with Prince Harry, with royal author Robert Lacey alleging in his explosive book Battle of the Brothers that she ruled her staff by intimidation.

Lacey also claimed that Prince William harboured fears about Meghan “stealing his beloved brother away” and was deeply troubled upon hearing reports of her alleged conduct with staff.

Meghan Markle reportedly issued a blunt seven word reply over Prince William’s concerns (Image: Getty)

yesterday07:55 Sophia Papamavroudi

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ‘hysterical’ over simple mistake that led to huge scandal

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were reportedly left in a state of near hysteria upon learning about the controversy that hit their Archewell charity, a royal commentator claims.

The couple’s non-profit faced a temporary halt in its fundraising and expenditure activities amid allegations of neglecting to file its annual report and registration fees.

However, subsequent inquiries have cleared Archewell of any wrongdoing, confirming that all necessary documentation and payments were indeed submitted on time to the Attorney General’s Office, with tracking evidence to support it.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at the State Governor House in Lagos, Nigeria (Image: Getty)

yesterday07:53 Sophia Papamavroudi

Meghan Markle gives political career a ‘soft launch’ as she’s issued stark warning

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s recent trip to Nigeria may have been the Duchess “dipping her toe” into politics, according to a royal expert.

It’s long been rumoured the Duchess of Sussex harbours political ambitions, although Meghan has never run for office or confirmed that she plans to.

Speaking on Palace Confidential, panellist and royal expert Richard Kay was asked whether Meghan and Harry’s “quasi-royal” tour in Nigeria was a “soft launch” for a future US Presidential run for the Duchess.

Meghan Markle’s Nigeria tour could have been a ‘soft launch’ for a Presidential run (Image: Getty)

yesterday07:50 Sophia Papamavroudi

Meghan Markle’s one move that put ‘Prince Harry at ease’ on the couple’s wedding day

When Prince Harry wed Meghan Markle at a storybook royal ceremony at Windsor, the Duchess offered her husband-to-be a calming presence, according to an expert.

As they mark their sixth anniversary tomorrow, reflections on their 2018 nuptials reveal contrasting demeanours: Harry, initially tense, and Meghan exuding confidence from the start.

Body language expert Darren Stanton, speaking on behalf of Betfair Live Casino, observed that while Harry displayed “nervous” anticipation beside his brother Prince William at the altar, it was Meghan’s “calm and confident” presence that brought him comfort.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot in front of millions during a ceremony in 2018 (Image: Getty)