The Duke and Duchess of Sussex should attend King Charles’ Coronation as it will be in the best interest of their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, a public relations expert claimed. Nicole Blake-Baxter suggested by attending the ceremony the Sussex children will « reap » royal benefits and a « fair inheritance », according to a PR expert.
Blake-Baxter, a PR and marketing expert for The Blake Agency, told Express.co.uk that the Sussex family should attend King Charles’ Coronation.
She said: « Prince Harry and Meghan should attend the Coronation and take the kids with them.
« On one hand, it may seem like Prince Harry has rejected many of the traditions and customs that come with being a member of the Royal Family.
« However, he has made it very clear that he believes the monarchy should continue and has even accepted royal titles for his children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. »
Ms Baxter, who founded PR company The Blake Agency, said the couple’s decision whether to attend would impact their public image.
She said: « From a PR perspective, I believe reconciliation or showing a united front at this point is in the best interest of their children, who are successors to the monarchy.
« Along with the financial benefits and perks of being a British royal, there is also a global publicity value.
« I think Prince Harry–like any caring parent–wants to make sure that his children will reap all those benefits and a fair inheritance. »
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But May 6 holds added significance for the Sussex family as it is Archie’s birthday.
Royal Holloway marketing professor Pauline MacLaran told Express.co.uk that the couple risk looking « foolish » if they attend and are « cold-shouldered » by the British public and the other royals.
She said: « Overall, it seems to me that a compromise is best for them and that Harry attends on his own while Meghan uses the excuse of Archie’s birthday.
« This compromise lessens the risk of them being scorned but allows them to top up their royal connections. »
Speculation about whether Harry and Meghan will attend the Coronation ramped up shortly after news broke of their invitation – but the couple are yet to disclose a decision.
Earlier this month, a spokesperson for the couple said: « I can confirm the Duke has recently received email correspondence from His Majesty’s office regarding the Coronation.
« An immediate decision on whether the Duke and Duchess will attend will not be disclosed by us at this time. »
The Coronation will take place at Westminster Abbey, London on May 6.
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