Charles Switzer
Multi-Media Writer/ReporterCharles Switzer is an entertainment writer and reporter who has written about film, television, popular culture, lifestyle topics, true crime, and historical analysis. His writings have appeared in Taste of Cinema, Looper, TV Overmind, ABQ Journal, and more. As a royal historian and commentator, Charles has written regularly for Royal Central and was published in his university’s academic database for his research project on the United Kingdom’s eight reigning queens throughout history. He enjoys reading and researching about the Tudor period in his free time.
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No Sparing Prince Harry's Fate: Hollywood Duke 'Misplaced His Hand' With Tell-All Memoir and 'Can't Come Back' From That
Harry, Duke of Sussex, 'misplaced his hand' when he wrote damaging details about his family in 2023's 'Spare.'
Ex-Duchess' Royal Command: Sarah Ferguson Constantly Tells Cannes Audience to 'Be Quiet' and to 'Stop' During Presentation
Sarah, Duchess of York, told an audience at the Cannes Film Festival to repeatedly 'be quiet' and to 'stop' while fumbling with her microphone on stage.
Don't Ignore Lady Louise, Your Majesty: Monarch Urged to 'Not Overlook' Edward and Sophie's Daughters' 'Future Contributions' to the Crown
King Charles III was urged to 'not overlook' the future contributions of Lady Louise Windsor when it comes to senior, working royals.
Prince William Invited His Cousins to Garden Party with Popular Messaging Service
William, Prince of Wales, signified his status as a 21st century heir to the throne by inviting his cousins to a garden party 'via WhatsApp.'
Family to the Rescue: Kate Middleton Leans on Carole, James and Pippa as Future Queen's 'Circle of Trust Is Tiny' Amid Illness
Kate, Princess of Wales' 'circle of trust' during her cancer struggle has been Carole, James and Pippa Middleton, whom the future queen has leaned on.
'Suffering in Silence': Kate Middleton's 'Responsibility to Work' Is Weighing Heavily on Future Queen as She Feels 'Guilt' Over Long Recovery
Catherine, Princess of Wales, reportedly feels 'guilt' over her long recovery from surgery and cancer, which is preventing her from working.
Kate Is 'the Future of the Monarchy': Princess of Wales' Cancer Battle Puts Her in a 'Very Different' Position Than King Charles
Kate, Princess of Wales' long recuperation from cancer treatments is reportedly because she is 'the future of the monarchy,' which makes her case somehow 'different' from now-active King Charles.
Royal Power Struggle: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Have 'Overshadowed' the Royals Leading to Palace 'Damage Talks'
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's press coverage is reportedly ''overshadowing' the royal, with palace 'damage talks' said to be looming.
Like Father, Like Son: King Charles Despised Princess Diana Upstaging Him as Prince Harry Gets 'Overshadowed' by Meghan Markle
King Charles III used to famously despise when Diana, Princess of Wales, upstaged him, which is something Prince Harry may be experiencing with Meghan Markle.
'Family Unity Is Key': Sarah Ferguson Gives Update on Her Cancer Struggle and Offers Words of Hope for Kate Middleton
Sarah, Duchess of York, spoke candidly about her own cancer struggle as well as Kate, Princess of Wales and King Charles III, during an interview at the Cannes Film Festival.
'It Is a Fantastic Story': Kate Middleton Portrait Artist Defends 'Terrible' Composite of Future Queen
The 'Tatler' portrait of Kate, Princess of Wales, was defended by its artist, who shot back at critics of the controversial work.
America's 'Spend Thrift' Duchess: Meghan Markle 'Still Feels Like a Royal' as Ex-Actress Spent Nearly $153,000 on Clothes for Nigeria 'Tour'
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, reportedly spent over $153,000 dollars on clothes for her 'tour' of Nigeria with Prince Harry.
Lasting Regal Chemistry: Prince William and Kate Middleton Shared a Special 'Connection' Almost Immediately
Prince William and Kate, Princess of Wales' special 'connection' has lasted 23 years, and was present almost from day one of meeting.
Princess Eugenie Issues Defiant Statement on 'Family Support' Following Prince Harry Snubs and Scandals
Princess Eugenie, who reportedly still speaks with Prince Harry, issued a defiant statement on 'family support' in wake of fiery-haired princes' numerous scandals.
No Royals for Weeks: Palace Announces Prince William and King Charles 'Cancel All Engagements' Until Well Into Summer
According to Buckingham Palace, both King Charles III and Prince William canceled all upcoming engagements until further notice.
Prince Harry Snubs Lifetime Friend: Royal Rebel's Skipping of Duke of Westminster Wedding Labeled 'So Sad' by Family Source
Harry, Duke of Sussex, will skip Hugh Grosvenor, the Duke of Westminster's wedding, which has led a family source to label his decision 'so sad.'
'They Let Us Down': Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's 'Springtime Fairy Tale' Wedding Labeled 'Too Good to Be True' 6 Years Later
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's 'fairy tale wedding' in 2018 was labeled 'too good to be true' in the wake of numerous royal scandals since.
Prince Harry and King Charles to Skip Duke of Westminster's Grand Wedding Leaving Prince William as the Lone Royal Attendee
King Charles and Prince Harry are reportedly set to skip the Duke of Westminster's wedding, leaving Prince William as the sole royal attendee.
Prince Harry's Inner Turmoil Exposed! Duke's Mental Health 'Suffered' When Choosing Meghan Markle Over Royal Family
Harry, Duke of Sussex, 'suffered' with his mental health after Duke chose Meghan Markle over his family during 2020's 'Megxit.'
Junior Royals to Senior Royals? Zara Tindall and Princess Beatrice Set to 'Appear at Other Events' for King Charles This Summer
King Charles III may have royal upgrades on the mind thanks to both Zara Tindall and Princess Beatrice who are set to appear 'at other events' for His Majesty this summer.
A 'Dapper' Future King: Prince William 'Dresses to the Nines' to Represent King Charles at Buckingham Palace Garden Party
William, Prince of Wales, appeared in traditional top hat with umbrella and coattails to represent King Charles III at a Buckingham Palace Garden Party.
'Looks Nothing Like Her': New Kate Middleton Magazine Portrait Sparks Huge Fan Backlash Online
A new Catherine, Princess of Wales, portrait in a magazine has caused another royal image controversy, with the future queen's online fans claiming it 'looks nothing like her.'
Sussex Fraud Endorsement: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Resist Claims They Mingled With a 'Wanted U.S. Fugitive' in Nigeria
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle push back on claims they knowingly allowed a 'wanted U.S. fugitive's' airline fly them around Nigeria.
'Zero Chance' for President Meghan Markle: Duchess' White House Ambitions Blasted as 'Utterly Ridiculous' by Foreign Policy Analyst
American Sussex fans' hopes for a President Meghan Markle were blasted as 'utterly ridiculous' by one-time Rudy Giuliani foreign policy advisor Nile Gardiner.
Sussex Anniversary Double Standards: Prince Harry Considered 'Pricey Gift' for Meghan Markle Despite 'Suits' Stars' 'Paper Present' for Duke
Harry, Duke of Sussex, considered buying a 'pricey gift' for Meghan Markle on their anniversary, despite the Duchess once buying him a 'paper present.'
'Who Could Forget?': Prince Edward Gets Candid About the 'Overwhelming' Losses of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip
Edward, Duke of Edinburgh, mentioned his late parents, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, in a speech, and spoke of the 'overwhelming' loss the royals experienced.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry 'Rub Brand' in Prince William and Kate's Faces Amid Royal Health Struggles
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been accused of 'rubbing' their 'brand' in Prince William and Kate, Princess of Wales' faces amid the latter's cancer struggle.
Can William Bear the Crown's Weight? King Charles' Heir Facing 'Real Burden' as Family and State Duties Test His Mantle
William, Prince of Wales, is starting to feel 'the weight of the crown' as Queen Elizabeth II once said, thanks to his increased duties amid personal struggles.
King Charles' Sussex 'Anxiety': Monarch Limits Prince Harry Meetings Due to 'Explosive' Phone Call Two Once Shared About Meghan Markle
King Charles is reportedly having 'anxiety' about his youngest son, Prince Harry, due to an 'explosive' phone call he had with him about Meghan Markle.
Sussex 'Power Crave': Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Are Determined to Keep Up 'Royal Image' With 'Faux' Nigeria 'Tour'
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are reportedly determined to sustain their 'royal image,' as evidenced by their 'faux' Nigeria 'tour.'
'Meghan Didn't Start This': Prince Harry Desired a 'Normal Life' Long Before Meeting the Ex-Actress
Harry, Duke of Sussex, reportedly desired a 'normal life' long before he first met Meghan Markle in 2016.
An 'Overshadowed' Future King: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Nigerian 'Tour' Eclipses Prince William's Royal Visits
Prince William's visit to homeless shelter construction grounds in Cornwall was 'overshadowed' by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's attention-grabbing Nigeria 'tour.'
Sussex Royal Title Chaos: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Are 'Not Very Important' and Only Have Their 'Names and Connection' to Royalty
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are labeled as 'not very important' as it was suggested the duo are now 'fully committed' to maintaining their royal titles.
Royal Football Rendezvous: King Charles Brushes Aside Prince Harry, Opts for Secret Summit with David Beckham During Duke’s Brief U.K. Trip
Much was made about King Charles' 'full program' of events during Prince Harry's whirlwind stop in Britain, but the monarch met with David Beckham instead.
Kate Middleton 'on the Mend': Prince William Took First Overnight Trip Since Princess' Cancer Announcement
William, Prince of Wales, travelled overnight to an engagement for the first time since Princess Kate announced she had cancer, signaling she is 'on the mend.'
No Sussex 'Circus' for His Majesty: King Charles Wants No Part of Prince Harry's PR-Backed 'Reconciliation'
King Charles III started exercising his royal authority by 'cracking down' on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle PR 'gimmicks' in his kingdom.
Prince Harry 'Misses' This One Thing About Being a Senior Working Royal
Harry, Duke of Sussex, misses a certain aspect of royal life back when he was a taxpayer-funded, working member of the British monarchy.
'Loyalty' Above Family: King Charles Dipped Out on Prince Harry to Honor the Work of William, Kate, Camilla and Others
King Charles III reportedly put duty above family by prioritizing working royals over seeing his estranged youngest son, Prince Harry.
Prince Harry Can't 'Compromise!': Duke Blasted for His 'Demanding and Impossible' Behavior Surrounding King Charles Snub
Harry, Duke of Sussex, was blasted as 'demanding and impossible' for his apparent behavior surrounding a snubbed second visit with King Charles.
Prince Harry Talks About Mental Health and 'Grief and Sadness' Next to Silent Meghan Markle After Recent King Charles Snub
Harry, Duke of Sussex, spoke about mental health and 'grief and sadness' next to expressionless Meghan Markle in Nigeria after King Charles' snub.
Would He 'Tape' This?: King Charles Jokes He Would Have to 'Search' Prince Harry If Another Meeting Between Them Happened
King Charles jokingly said that he would have to 'search' his youngest son, Prince Harry, to ensure he doesn't 'tape' their meetings.
A 'Toughened Up' Monarchy: King Charles and Courtiers 'Saw Right Through' Prince Harry PR Gimmick and Denied Duke Photo Op
In what he is reportedly called a 'toughened up monarchy,' King Charles and his courtiers 'saw right through' Prince Harry's alleged 'planned' PR photo op gimmick.
'Nice to See You': Prince Harry Dodges Question Asking If He's Happy to Be Back Home in Britain
Harry, Duke of Sussex, laughingly ignores and repivots a reporter's question asking if he's happy to be back in Britain.
'They Should Remain Out!': Meghan Markle and Prince Harry 'Have No Right' to Undertake 'Tours' After Leaving Working Royal Status
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's upcoming 'tour' of Nigeria was blasted by Lady Colin Campbell.
'He Will Come Unstuck': Prince Harry's 'Destructive' Tendencies to Keep Building on Timescale to Self-Ruin
Harry, Duke of Sussex, 'will come unstuck' at some point as his 'destructive' tendencies start to take hold of California Duke once again.
'Barely Recognizable': Prince Harry to Become 'So Estranged' From Royal Life by the Time William Ascends Throne
Harry, Duke of Sussex, would likely be 'barely recognizable' by the time Prince William becomes king if he remains 'estranged' from royal life.
The 'Treacherous Weasel': Piers Morgan Slams Prince Harry for Not Visiting King Charles During U.K. Trip
Prince Harry was called a 'treacherous dog' by Piers Morgan for not visiting King Charles during his brief U.K. trip.
Nigeria Trip Nothing But a 'Cover': Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's 'Tour' Is Merely to Make Up for King Charles 'Setback'
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's tour of Nigeria is being labeled as a 'cover,' and a way for the duo to make up for King Charles 'snubbing' his youngest son.
'Pathetic' Prince Harry: Duke's 'Grievances' Against Royals Amid 'Very Real' Issues Like Cancer Labeled 'Trivial'
Harry, Duke of Sussex, and his 'grievances' against the royals amid their cancer scares has been labeled 'trivial' at this point.
'Terminally Damaged': Prince Harry's Trivial Grievances With Family Have Made Him a Permanent Royal Outsider
Prince Harry's many 'trivial grievances' with his family have now made him something of a permanent royal outsider.