Thomas Markle, the estranged father of Megan Markle, has revealed the births of his supposed grandchildren, Archie Harrison and Liliet Diana Mountbaton Windsor.

The revelation has sparked controversy and has sparked speculation about the legitimacy of the children’s births.

The timing of these allegations is devastating for the already embattled Duchess of Sussex, who has been fighting an uphill battle to maintain her public image since stepping down from Royal duties. Critics point to Megan’s seemingly rapid recovery after both births and her carefully controlled public appearances during her pregnancies as potential red flags.

Royal observers have noted that Megan’s public appearances were meticulously orchestrated with carefully chosen camera angles and strategic clothing choices unlike other Royal pregnancies.

The Sussex camp has maintained an unprecedented level of privacy around both births, with several senior Palace staff members kept in the dark about crucial details regarding the deliveries.

The timing of Thomas Markle’s allegations coincides with a period of particular vulnerability for the sexes as they struggle to maintain their relevance in the wake of several failed business ventures and declining public interest in their brand. Critics suggest that Megan’s carefully crafted image as a mother has been central to her post-Royal identity, making these allegations particularly damaging.

Former Royal Protection Officer James Mitchell raised additional questions about the security protocols during both births.

The controversy has also reignited discussions about Megan’s relationship with the British press, which has been contentious since her entry into Royal life. Royal author Rebecca Sterling suggests that the controversy speaks to a larger issue, the Sussex’s insistence on complete privacy creating an information vacuum that people are eager to fill with speculation and conspiracy theories.

Medical experts have noted that the timeline and physical evidence presented by Skeptics raise interesting questions from a medical standpoint.

The controversy surrounding the births of Archie and Liliet represents another layer of complexity to Megan Markle’s journey from actress to royal to global celebrity. The impact on public opinion may be lasting for Thomas Markle, as this may be his most explosive intervention yet in his daughter’s public life.