In a moment that has sent shockwaves through both the art world and royal circles, acclaimed artist Tracy Emmons took to the stage at the King’s Birthday Honours List 2024 and delivered a scathing critique of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
Her daring remarks, which branded the couple as “fake royals,” were met with raucous applause and laughter from the audience, igniting a media storm and reviving discussions about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s role within the monarchy.
The King’s Birthday Honours List ceremony, typically an occasion to celebrate noteworthy contributions to British society, took an unexpected twist when Emmons, known for her provocative style and unfiltered opinions, seized the microphone.
With a sardonic tone, she kicked off her speech, saying, “Let’s give a round of applause for the real royals here tonight.” As she continued, her jabs at Harry and Meghan drew enthusiastic reactions from the crowd, who seemed to revel in her audacity.
“Harry and Meghan, bless them, always trying to stay relevant with their Netflix deals and tell-all books,” Emmons quipped, adding, “But let’s be honest, they’re more Hollywood than Buckingham these days.” This sentiment resonated with many attendees who have grown increasingly weary of the couple’s media presence and public criticisms aimed at the royal family.
As news of Emmons’ roast spread, social media erupted with reactions.
Hashtags like #FakeRoyals and #EmmonsRoast began trending on Twitter, with users sharing clips of her remarks and expressing their approval.
One Twitter user encapsulated the mood of many by saying, “Finally, someone said what we’ve all been thinking.
Kudos to Tracy for calling them out.”
Mainstream media outlets quickly picked up on the incident, with sensational headlines capturing the essence of Emmons’ comments.
Tabloids declared, “Tracy Emmons calls out Harry and Meghan as fake royals at King’s Honours,” while more serious publications pondered the implications of her words.
For instance, The Daily Mail posed the question, “What does it mean for the Sussexes?” and The Telegraph weighed in with an editorial discussing the monarchy’s ongoing challenges since Harry and Meghan’s departure.
Emmons’ remarks come at a time when the relationship between Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, and the British royal family is particularly fraught.
Since stepping back from their royal duties in 2020 and moving to the United States, the couple has not shied away from voicing their grievances regarding the monarchy, often doing so through high-profile interviews and various media projects.
This has led to a polarized public perception, with some viewing them as courageous advocates for mental health and social justice, while others see them as seeking attention and betraying royal traditions.
By dubbing Harry and Meghan as fake royals, Emmons struck a chord with those who feel the couple has forsaken their royal responsibilities while still profiting from their titles.
While some may dismiss Emmons’ roast as mere humor, others interpret it as a calculated critique of the couple’s choices and actions.
Emmons, who thrives on controversy, likely expected the uproar her comments would generate.
Following the event, Emmons reaffirmed her stance in an interview, stating, “I’ve always spoken my mind, and tonight was no different.
The monarchy represents tradition and duty.
If you want to leave that behind for a glitzy Hollywood life, fine, but don’t pretend to be something you’re not.” Her words echo a broader sentiment among those who believe in the sanctity of royal duty.
As of now, Prince Harry and Meghan have yet to publicly respond to Emmons’ roast.
However, insiders suggest that they are aware of the comments and are contemplating their next move.