Piers Morgan announced a fresh weekly podcast and YouTube show focused exclusively on the British royal family, set to launch on April 30, 2026.
The programme, titled Royals Uncensored, will be hosted by royal commentator Katie Nicholl and former magazine editor Jo Elvin, with recurring appearances by Morgan himself. It expands his existing Piers Morgan Uncensored brand, aiming to deliver what he describes as “insider analysis, fearless debates and breaking Royal news” during what he calls turbulent times for the monarchy.
Nicholl, a royal correspondent for Vanity Fair and author of several books on the monarchy, said she is thrilled to take listeners “beyond Palace press releases and to the heart of the biggest royal stories of the day.” Elvin, who previously hosted a competing royal-focused programme, promised the show would be “insightful, topical and, naturally, uncensored.”
The show will too feature regular contributions from Grant Harrold, who served as a butler to King Charles III, alongside a rotating panel of commentators and guests. Morgan emphasized that the duo’s journalistic pedigree and insider knowledge make them ideal to lead the venture, which he calls the next step in the evolution of his brand.
However, the announcement has reignited concerns about the potential impact on Meghan Markle, who has long been a frequent target of Morgan’s criticism. His track record includes a highly publicized on-air tirade that led to his departure from Good Morning Britain after he refused to apologize, and recent commentary in which he dismissed her title, saying, “Let’s quit the duchess b******t. Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. No! I’m from Sussex, p*** off!”
Just days before the announcement, Morgan engaged in a heated exchange on his show with historian Tessa Dunlop over whether Prince Harry and Meghan should be stripped of their royal titles. Dunlop challenged the comparison between Harry and Prince Andrew, whose ties to Jeffrey Epstein Morgan acknowledged were “far more egregious.” Morgan conceded that Andrew’s conduct was worse but maintained that anyone who damages the monarchy’s reputation should face consequences, including loss of title.
Dunlop countered that public sentiment, not just the loudest voices, should guide such decisions, and praised the Sussexes for stepping back from royal life, noting that Meghan had said, “Call me Meg,” and never insisted on being introduced as duchess. Morgan responded by doubling down, repeating his demand to “quit the duchess” and telling her to “f*** off,” reigniting the personal nature of their feud.
The timing of the new show adds pressure on Markle, who has recently faced a series of public challenges: ending her partnership with Netflix, attending a Hollywood event in a coloured gown although others wore black and white, and facing criticism for allegedly commercializing an outfit worn during a visit to survivors of the Bondi attack. These developments, reported by The Express, have contributed to what allies describe as a particularly difficult period for the Duchess.
While Morgan insists the show will offer balanced analysis, his history of pointed commentary on the Sussexes makes it unlikely that the programme will offer favourable coverage. Many observers question why he did not launch such a platform sooner, given the volume of material available from the couple’s public lives since stepping back from royal duties.
What is the format of the new royal-focused show?
The show will be a weekly podcast and YouTube series, combining audio and video formats, with analysis, debate, and breaking news about the British monarchy.
Who are the main hosts of the new show?
Katie Nicholl, a royal correspondent for Vanity Fair, and Jo Elvin, a former magazine editor, will host the show, with regular input from Grant Harrold, former butler to King Charles III.
Why are Meghan Markle and Prince Harry concerned about the new show?
Given Piers Morgan’s history of critical commentary on the couple, including public calls to strip them of their titles, the new show is expected to continue this line of scrutiny, potentially affecting their public image.
