King Charles
Why his reign might be overshadowed
King Charles
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Even though King Charles has gained popularity, his reign could be marred by scandals.
He has been in power for three months now: King Charles, 74, has ruled since the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth, † 96, on September 8, 2022. According to a survey carried out by the data analysis company Techne UK for the British “Express”. , he has gained a little popularity since his accession to the throne. However, one biographer warned that scandals could overshadow Charles’ reign.
King Charles ‘will take the bull by the horns’
Christopher Anderson, who wrote the forthcoming book The King – The Life of Charles III, guest-starred on an episode of the podcast Royal earlier this month . “I think one mistake people make is assuming that he [Charles] will be a placeholder for William – that he will keep the throne warm, so to speak,” he said, according to “Express” on the show.
“He will be an activist and will leave his mark on history. He has waited for this moment for so long. Edward VII has waited 59 years, but Charles has waited 70 years.” He is also certain: “I think he will take the bull by the horns to rationalize the monarchy.” King Charles has already spoken of rethinking the financing of the monarchy if possible.
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Prince Harry as a threat to King Charles’ reign
“But unfortunately he can be overwhelmed by a scandal,” fears Anderson. “The key to his rule is winning the affection of his people. But that’s difficult to achieve when a rebellious Prince Montecito is constantly making headlines and embarrassing revelations.” The biographer is alluding to Prince Harry, 38, who has distanced himself from the royal family and lives in California, USA, with his wife Duchess Meghan, 41, and their children Archie, 3, and Lilibet, 1.
Relationship with Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan at a low point
According to Anderson, Charles’ relationship with Harry and Meghan is currently at an “all-time low” and particularly vulnerable to further tension. “I think he feels very betrayed by the situation, by receiving all this criticism from the Sussexes.” Prince Harry’s scandalous memoirs, which are due to appear on January 10 under the title “Spare”, should provide further fuel. “Harry remains this ticking time bomb,” believes Christopher Anderson.
Source used: express.co.uk