Why haven't Prince Harry and Meghan Markle told Archie and Lilibet about their royal heritage

MONTECITO, CALIFORNIA: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are raising their two children, five-year-old Prince Archie, and three-year-old Princess Lilibet, as private citizens in California and are yet to tell them of their Royal heritage.

Even though Prince Harry and Meghan Markle withdrew from their senior royal duties in 2020, Harry and his children remain fifth, sixth, and seventh in the line of succession to the British throne, respectively.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to discuss royal heritage with their children 'in due time'

In March 2023, the Sussexes publicly revealed Lilibet's title for the first time, coinciding with the announcement of her christening in a private ceremony at their Montecito residence.

According to US Weekly, Harry and Meghan have yet to discuss their royal heritage with their children. A friend of the couple informed the magazine that these conversations would occur "in due time."

The Sussexes' wish is for Archie and Lilibet to be appreciated for their individual selves.

The family friend provided exceptionally rare insights into the family's daily parenting approach and the current personalities of Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

“They take the kids to school, they pick them up, and they are very active and present with them throughout the day. They’re so well-mannered. Archie is sweet and curious and playful, and Lili is vibrant and happy,” the friend complimented Sussex children.

Why do Prince Harry and Meghan Markle keep their children away from public eye?

A friend of the couple informed US Weekly that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are keeping Archie and Lilibet away from the public eye due to concerns for their safety.

Harry's choice to leave his wife and children out of his UK visit stemmed from legal disputes with the Home Office regarding the February 2020 verdict by the Executive Committee for the Protection of Royalty and Public Figures (Ravec), that stated he would not automatically receive personal police security while in Britain.

The source revealed that Harry did not wish to endanger his family, emphasizing the UK's significance to his heritage and the safety of his children.

“He’ll always be fond of his home country, but the way he views it, his wife and kids are his priority. If that means making sure they’re safe and happy in Montecito, then he supports that.”

The Duke and Duchess seldom share photos of their children, except for home videos and pictures included in their Netflix documentary series, which premiered in December 2022.

Harry and Meghan lost their UK taxpayer-funded police protection when they stepped back from their senior royal family roles in 2020.

The friend stated, "I think every parent wants to share their kid with the world, but they just can't," and continued, "William's kids, for example, have way more safety, even though they're recognizable. And the same doesn't apply to Meghan and Harry's children. They know the world wants to see [them but] I would expect them to live smaller lives until that gets sorted, if it ever does."

Prince Harry has been permitted to appeal against the High Court's rejection of his legal challenge in the Court of Appeal when in the UK.