Prince Harry and Meghan’s much-anticipated visit to the UK was humorously portrayed on Saturday Night Live UK, with a distinctly cool reception in typical British style. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were satirized in the Season 2 premiere of the show, targeting their deal with Netflix, Meghan’s entertainment ventures, and the ongoing controversies around race within the Royal Family.
The sketch opened with actors portraying Harry and Meghan visiting King Charles and Queen Camilla at a fictional version of Balmoral Castle. The couple reveals their return to the UK and seeks assistance from Charles, leading to a humorous exchange about their finances and post-royal activities.
The spoof referenced the couple’s Netflix deal, with Charles joking about them exhausting their $60 million contract. The sketch also poked fun at Meghan’s lifestyle brand promoted on her Netflix show, where she presented homemade ice to Camilla, humorously claiming her culinary skills.
Additionally, the skit alluded to the couple’s Oprah interview, with a comedic moment where Camilla addresses Meghan’s skin color. The segment then transitioned to a portrayal of Britain’s new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, focusing on his desire to appear relatable while Harry and Meghan engaged in the background.
Prince Harry and Meghan recently returned to the UK from the US with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, and are expected to reside privately outside of London. Although the reason for their relocation remains undisclosed, reports indicate that their children have commenced classes in British schools.