That's a peculiarity about British life my American mind just doesn't quite grasp.
The obsession and fickle love/hate of the monarchy.
I mean, you make a good point about living in opulence, but he kind of has to or else he wouldn't be monarch. Having a King/Queen is something the majority of people want, so it's kinda weird to then complain when he then acts like one.
I confess. I don't get it.