Princess Kate Shines As Most Beloved Royal, But Poll Shows Harry And Meghan’s Popularity Dips
The Princess of Wales has cemented her status as the most beloved member of the British royal family, according to a new Ipsos poll. The survey, which asked Britons aged 18-75 about their views on the royals, found that 66% hold a favorable opinion of Kate, Princess of Wales.
The 42-year-old royal, who recently resumed duties following cancer treatment, outshone her royal counterparts in the poll, receiving only 10% unfavorable feedback.
Prince William followed closely behind, with 65% of respondents viewing him favorably. His popularity far eclipsed his small 13% unfavorable rating, reaffirming his strong position in the public’s heart, report the Post.
Rounding out the top three was Princess Anne, who garnered 62% favorability. Known for her no-nonsense demeanor, Anne was even dubbed a “badass” earlier this year after she expertly managed an unruly horse at the Trooping the Colour ceremony. She continues to maintain her reputation as a reliable and steadfast royal.
While King Charles did not top the charts, the monarch enjoyed a respectable 56% favorability rating in his second year on the throne. Despite battling cancer, the king remains largely well-liked, with Britons appreciating his leadership during challenging times.
However, it’s a different story for the king’s estranged son, Prince Harry, and daughter-in-law, Meghan Markle. With a favorability rating of just 28%, Harry’s public perception has taken a significant hit, with 46% holding an unfavorable opinion.
Meghan Markle fared even worse, with only 21% of Britons viewing her favorably, and a staggering 53% unfavorable rating. Only Prince Andrew, embroiled in scandal, ranked lower, with just 10% holding a positive opinion and 66% viewing him unfavorably.
The poll highlights the monarchy’s enduring appeal. Less than a quarter of Brits (23%) believe Britain would be better off without the monarchy, while 44% think the country would be worse off if the institution were abolished.
