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It appears that Harry and Meghan's recent effort to immortalize their self-importance with yet another black and white photo shoot has hit a dead end. London's esteemed National Portrait Gallery has officially turned down a portrait of the couple. The Sussexes, who seem to believe that every candid moment of their lives is worthy of museum display, have received a rejection notice.
The photo in question was taken by their close friend Misha Nonoo and her husband Mikey Hess shortly after Harry and Meghan left their royal duties in a dramatic fashion. This picture was reportedly meant to be part of the gallery's permanent collection, because naturally Meghan and Harry feel that every breath they take deserves to be showcased. However, the gallery decided to reign on their parade and the photo will now sit in the archives where it belongs.
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Misha Nonoo, who seems to have misguidedly considered herself a master photographer, proudly announced that her portrait of the Sussexes was part of the National Portrait Gallery's permanent collection. She expressed her pride and humility in a way that likely anticipated applause from their supporters. Yet the gallery quickly made it clear that while the portrait was acquired, it wouldn't be on display anytime soon, if ever.
The Sussexes, whose lives often seem filtered through a social media lens, thought they would be gracing the walls of the prestigious gallery. Instead, the photo was filed away, likely alongside a stack of royal thank you notes they'll never send. If you weren't aware, Nonoo, nicknamed "Megaminded" by those unimpressed by her self-promotion, has a history of inflating her achievements - much like her friends Harry and Meghan.
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In May 2024, Nonoo boasted about the portrait being included in the gallery's permanent collection, expressing her honor and pride in an eye roll-inducing manner. However, just because a photo is acquired doesn't guarantee it will be displayed - it's more of a "we'll see" situation. Her grand announcement turned out to be another exaggerated moment in a long line of PR missteps associated with the Sussexes. She's not alone - Omid Scobie, another member of the Sussex publicity team, has been unusually quiet lately. Perhaps the Sussexes' PR machine is running out of steam - one can only hope.
As expected, when things go array for Meghan and Harry, their die-hard fans need a scapegoat, and they have turned their attention to the Princess of Wales. The Sussex Squad is already blaming Catherine, suggesting she somehow prevented the portrait from being displayed. Conspiracy theories are flying as fast as a wardrobe malfunction involving Meghan Markle. This, of course, is just another desperate attempt to deflect from the simple truth - the portrait didn't make the cut.
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This isn't just a setback for Misha Nonoo - it's yet another mark of failure for the Sussexes. Time after time, Harry and Meghan's efforts to stay relevant have fallen flat, and this is yet another example. They are so focused on crafting their own mythos that they've lost touch with reality. Not every moment is a historical event - sometimes it's just another cringe-inducing photo destined for storage.
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In the end, this entire debacle serves as a reminder that no matter how hard Harry and Meghan try to promote their brand, the world isn't always interested in what they have to offer. The National Portrait Gallery has spoken, and let's just say the verdict isn't flattering. Perhaps it's time for the Sussexes to take a step back and realize that not everyone is looking for another black and white portrait of so-called "royal rebels." Their dramatic departure from the royal family was marketed as a bid for privacy and independence, yet their actions since indicate a relentless thirst for fame and validation that is simply not being satisfied. At some point, they may have to accept that they now occupy a far smaller space in the public consciousness than they would like.
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