Prince Harry is going through one of the most challenging periods of his life. Isolated from the British royal family, he has also stepped down from his role at Sentebale, the charity he founded in memory of his mother. The only positive news in this context has been the lifting of accusations of racism and misogyny against him within this NGO—however, this does little to dispel the overall sense of crisis.
During this difficult time for the Duke of Sussex, his wife Meghan Markle is drawing increasing attention. The British press is actively discussing her noticeable silence and lack of public support for her husband as he faces new challenges. There is a growing impression that the duchess has shifted her focus from family issues to developing her personal projects.
Meghan Markle is actively building the image of the perfect hostess and successful businesswoman. She is focused on promoting her lifestyle brand As ever and managing her Instagram page, which has millions of followers. The trailer for her new Netflix show “Con amor, Meghan” sparked particular interest. In one episode, she jokingly discusses her husband with renowned Spanish chef José Andrés, noting that Harry doesn’t eat lobster, to which the chef wryly asks how she could marry him at all.
This situation reflects a shift in roles within the couple. Whereas Prince Harry’s revelations, especially after the release of his memoir ‘Spare’, once generated income and public interest, their popularity has now declined. Meghan has now become the main driving force behind their media empire. It is believed that her popularity on social media convinced Netflix to sign a new contract with the couple, albeit for a significantly smaller amount than the previous 100 million euro agreement. Observers note that Harry’s controversial image may be hindering her efforts to cultivate the status of an ideal American celebrity.
In addition to Meghan’s silence, criticism from former royal staff has emerged. Ailsa Anderson, who spent over a decade as press secretary to Queen Elizabeth II, recently stated in a documentary that it is time for the prince to stop believing the world is against him. She advised him to ‘start writing his own script’ and become the hero of his own life, pointing out that the public is tired of his complaints. Anderson also added that she considers Harry a kind and pleasant person who has simply ‘lost his way.’
Under these circumstances, Prince Harry’s future looks uncertain. The lack of a stable source of income, huge security expenses in the US, ongoing legal proceedings in the UK, and, most importantly, living in the shadow of his wife’s ambitious plans—all this creates significant obstacles to bringing stability back into his life.
