MEGHAN Markle and Prince Harry made the shock announcement this week they are stepping back from senior royal duties – but it’s certainly boosted their social media standing. The SussexRoyal account has racked up nearly half a million followers since the couple released their statement on Wednesday. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex had previously hit 10million followers before New Year, but now have 10.5million fans now following their account. The surge in followers means it might not be long before the couple overtake Kate Middleton and Prince William’s 10.8million followers on their KensingtonRoyal page. Meghan and Harry posted on Instagram they plan to “step back” from royal duties and split their time between Britain and North America – with Canada expected to be their second home. The couple say they will be “financially independent” as they “carve out a progressive new role”, but will still support the Queen.The BBC reported no other members of the Royal Family were told before the bombshell announcement – with the Queen said to be “disappointed”. And a statement from Buckingham Palace admitted discussions with the couple will be “complicated”. The couple had reportedly told close friends they want to spend some of the… Read full this story
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