The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have ben continuing their public appearances, as William and Kate have withdrawn from royal duties in recent months as Kate continues her cancer treatment

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's recent Nigeria trip and efforts to build their profile might have them being seen as 'the more fashionable version of William and Kate'.

As the Prince and Princess of Wales have withdrawn from royal duties in recent months as Kate continues her cancer treatment, it appears the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have stepped up their appearances despite not being working royals any longer. The couple stepped back from royal duties in 2020, but they have kept their royal titles and a recent three day trip to Nigeria was likened to a royal tour by critics. Now, Buckingham Palace has announced that the Royal Family is to postpone engagements that may appear to divert attention or distract from the election campaign.

Royal author and expert Tom Quinn exclusively told the Mirror : "Harry and Meghan, the renegade Royals, will struggle to conceal their delight that the Royal family has decided to postpone much of its work in the run-up to the general election at the beginning of July."

Harry and Meghan's recent Nigeria trip was deemed a success, and thought to paint them as 'a more relaxed, more fashionable version of William and Kate'

He added: "Freed of the normal constraints on working royals, Harry and Megan are canny enough to know that this gives them a chance to fill the gap - that in the coming weeks the focus is bound to shift to them. You only have to look at photographs of the couple during their recent Nigeria tour to see that that they are determined to be seen as a more relaxed, more fashionable version of William and Kate. That’s why they make sure they are constantly seen holding hands and emphasising their commitment to the young and disadvantaged."

He concluded: "It’s a clever pitch from a couple who want to be seen as the fun alternative to the fusty, out of touch and now largely shutdown Royal family."

The Prince and Princess of Wales have withdrawn from royal duties in recent months as Kate continues her cancer treatment ( 
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Harry and Meghan's renewed focus on their personal appearances is thought to have worried William and Kate, as Tom Quinn previously told the Mirror: "The senior royals, especially William and Kate, are terrified of one thing above all others: that Harry and Meghan will continue to organise trips across the world until they are seen as the public face of the royal family. The fear is made worse because William knows that with his wife stricken with cancer he cannot compete and he can’t stop the Meghan and Harry rollercoaster."

Harry and Meghan, who stepped down from the royal family in 2020, have also hinted that there could be future trips for the couple, as in a message thanking the people of Nigeria following their return home, they described it as "the first of many trips".

An Australian’s quest for royal recognition takes a dramatic turn, with a plan to compare DNA with a royal family member at the center. Amidst a backdrop of controversy and compassion, the tale unfolds with global eyes watching

King Charles III, Simon Charles Dorante-Day and Queen Camilla posted on November 7, 2021 | Source: Facebook/Simon Charles Dorante-Day

In a revelation that has captivated global attention, Simon Charles Dorante-Day, a Queensland, Australia resident, has come forward with a claim that could shake the foundations of the British Royal Family. Asserting his lineage as the son of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, Simon’s story takes an unprecedented turn with his intention to compare his DNA with that of Prince Harry.

This bold move aims to establish his purported royal patrilineage. His story and decision to take this route have sparked debates on his eligibility for the throne on social media.

King Charles III, Simon Charles Dorante-Day and Queen Camilla posted on December 4, 2021 | Source: Facebook/Simon Charles Dorante-Day

Elvianna Dorante-Day, Simon’s wife, shared, “We got advice from a really good, really trusted source that we should approach Harry and make a connection there and ask for DNA.” The couple believes that Prince Harry may be sympathetic to their quest for truth.

“It’s definitely something I’m going to do. I’ve long been a supporter of Harry and Meghan, I think it’s disgraceful the way they’ve been treated by the royal family,” Simon expressed, highlighting his stance and the anticipated approach toward seeking validation amidst familial complexities.

King Charles III and Simon Charles Dorante-Day posted on August 30, 2021 | Source: Facebook/Simon Charles Dorante-Day

The timing of Simon’s claims is particularly poignant, coming to light just hours after the public learned of King Charles III’s cancer diagnosis. Despite the controversy swirling around his claims, Simon has expressed a sentiment of goodwill towards the ailing monarch. “If he wants a helping hand, I’m more than happy to step in. But he’s got to tell the truth first,” Simon remarked.

Simon Charles Dorante-Day and Queen Camilla posted on September 22, 2021 | Source: Facebook/Simon Charles Dorante-Day

The royal family has yet to respond, leaving the public and media to speculate on the implications of Simon’s assertions. Should DNA evidence support his claims, the narrative surrounding the royal succession could be fundamentally altered.

Simon Charles Dorante-Day and Queen Camilla posted on June 7, 2021 | Source: Facebook/Simon Charles Dorante-Day

Public reaction has been mixed, with some dismissing Simon’s aspirations of royalty as far-fetched, while others see a possibility for a historic revelation. Comments ranged from skepticism — “After seeing him saying he and his wife will be [the] next King and Queen, it’s now become ridiculous. He will never be King because he is the illegitimate child.” — to support — “Let’s get Justice, King Simon.”

Others expressed anticipation, “I can’t wait to see the day the truth is revealed and the whole world will know you are his son,” and encouragement, “Good luck, I wish you every success with the DNA. What wonderful news.” Someone even noted the contrast with other royal traditions, “In other European countries that would be acceptable to become the next King.”

Simon Charles Dorante-Day and King Charles III posted on June 2, 2021 | Source: Facebook/Simon Charles Dorante-Day

In a social media statement last December, Simon revealed attempts to illegitimately acquire his DNA, adding another layer of intrigue to his narrative.

“Both of these incidents have been reported to the appropriate authorities for further investigation […] So, for those who think that approaching me, or trying to obtain DNA in a deceptive manner would be a good idea, be aware that you are endangering your own well-being. 👮,” he cautioned.

Simon Charles Dorante-Day posted on March 20, 2021 | Source: Facebook/Simon Charles Dorante-Day

As the public and media continue to scrutinize his every move, the question remains: Could Simon disrupt the royal lineage, or is his claim another footnote in the annals of speculative royal family history? Only time, and perhaps DNA, will tell.