Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are facing widespread ridicule in the United Kingdom following their high-profile return to British soil. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex became the target of satire during the Season 2 premiere of Saturday Night Live UK, where cast members lampooned the couple’s recent public appearance.
SNL UK Mocks Sussexes’ UK Visit
The sketch aired shortly after Harry and Meghan attended a youth-focused event in London, marking their first joint public engagement in the UK since stepping back from royal duties in 2020. The SNL UK cold open featured actors portraying the couple, exaggerating their media strategy and perceived victim narrative for comedic effect.
British tabloids and social media users quickly amplified the segment, with headlines characterizing the portrayal as a sign of shifting public sentiment. Commentators noted that the satire reflects growing fatigue among UK audiences toward the couple’s media ventures, including their Netflix docuseries, memoir Spare, and ongoing interviews.
Public Reaction and Media Coverage
Reaction to the sketch has been mixed. Supporters of the Sussexes argue the parody relies on outdated tropes and ignores their charitable work, while critics say it captures a genuine disconnect between the couple’s self-presentation and public perception in Britain.
Neither Buckingham Palace nor representatives for the Duke and Duchess have issued an official response to the broadcast. The SNL UK episode is available for streaming on Sky and NOW in the UK.
