In an unexpected twist, Omid Scobie's bid for a fresh wave of fame through
the revelations in "Endgame" about the royal family seems to have boomeranged,
resulting in a sharp rise in online criticism directed not only at him but also
at his speculated allies, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. This trio had
previously ignited discussions about 'racism' within the royal family during
their headline-making interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021.
Once labeled Meghan's 'mouthpiece,' Scobie took a confrontational stance
against senior members of the royal family in his recently unleashed book. The
Dutch edition, briefly pulled from circulation, unveiled the identities of two
senior royals who allegedly expressed concerns about the skin tone of Harry
and Meghan's son, Archie, before his birth.
Released in November, Scobie's book, with its swift but fleeting attention,
subjected him to considerable distress and difficulties in justifying his
narrative. Critics accused the author of orchestrating a sales-boosting stunt,
intensifying the discontent among royal enthusiasts and commentators.
Following the release of 'Endgame,' Meghan and Harry witnessed a notable
decline in popularity, while Prince William and Kate Middleton emerged as the
favored royals among Americans. The Prince and Princess of Wales experienced a
surge in positive sentiments, with negative conversations surrounding the
couple hitting a nadir.
Despite a significant backlash, the spikes in negativity persist in online
discussions surrounding Omid Scobie, Harry, and Meghan post-"Endgame." In
response, Scobie revised the Dutch version of his book, with the second
edition boasting "hundreds of changes," including alterations to the book's
tone and other tweaks.
Claims circulate that certain excerpts were modified to convey 'more respect'
towards the royals, particularly toning down the ‘accusatory language’ aimed
at the future King and his wife, Kate.
