In a recent poll conducted by Newsweek, Prince Harry emerges as slightly more popular than his wife, Meghan Markle, among surveyed individuals in the United States. The poll, encompassing the sentiments of 1,500 adults from September 3 to 4, reveals that 33% of respondents expressed dislike for Meghan Markle, while 31% held a favorable opinion, resulting in a net approval rating of -2.
Compared to a June poll, the former "Suits" star has experienced an eight-point decline in popularity. On the contrary, Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, garnered a positive reception from 39% of respondents, with 27% expressing a dislike, resulting in a net approval of +12. While this marks a decrease from his +18 net approval in June, Prince Harry maintains a slightly higher standing than Meghan Markle in the recent poll.
The breakdown of the poll by age groups reveals variations in popularity. Meghan Markle appears to be more favored among individuals aged 18-26, receiving an overall rating of +19. However, among boomers (aged 57-75), she garnered a -7 rating. Prince Harry follows a similar trend, with a +17 rating among Gen X respondents and a +13 rating among boomers.
The poll results showcase the nuanced perspectives of different age demographics toward the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Despite the variations, both Prince Harry and Meghan Markle continue to draw attention, and their public image remains subject to fluctuations in public sentiment.
The Post reached out to representatives of the Sussexes for comment, but no response has been reported as of now. The timing of the poll coincided with the first anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's death, which occurred on September 8, 2022, at the age of 96.
