Abeyance is a fancy word for “we’re not talking about it.” It’s the royal equivalent of putting a conversation on mute.
Legally, Harry and Meghan still hold their HRH designations. But practically? They can’t use them. It’s like owning a Ferrari but only driving it to the grocery store at 2 AM.
Fun fact: The last time a royal title was held in abeyance, Queen Victoria was still grieving Prince Albert. That’s old drama.
No Duties? No Problem?
The King’s statement is clear: zero royal duties. No ribbon-cutting, no waving from balconies, no awkward small talk with foreign dignitaries.
What is an HRH title – and why aren't Harry and Meghan’s kids getting them?
Harry and Meghan are now officially “working royals” in name only. Think of them as retired royals—like a sea turtle who’s done swimming the ocean and now just floats.
Of course, they’ve built a whole media empire instead. Netflix deals, podcast gigs, and a surprisingly successful memoir. Who needs corgis when you have a production company?
