Royal Insider Reveals Marriage Drama Can Make or Break Harry & Meghan’s UK Comeback

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are making a return to the United Kingdom, though the duration of their stay might hinge on the health of their marriage. As reported by People on August 20, the couple plans to relocate to England with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. Their transition seems well-organized, with Archie and Lilibet already registered in new schools for the fall term. While they have secured a non-royal residence near London, Harry and Meghan intend to maintain their California home along with a vacation retreat in Portugal.

To delve deeper into the implications and potential sustainability of this move, Nicki Swift consulted Brittany Provance, Editor-in-Chief of Royal News Network. Provance remarked, “The relocation back to the U.K. might be surprising to some, though it coincides with their slowing Hollywood pursuits.” She noted that Harry stands to gain significantly from rekindling his connections in the U.K., thus possibly resuming a semblance of an unofficial royal role.

Provance pointed out that the stability of Harry and Meghan’s relationship is crucial for the longevity of their move. “A lot depends on how their relationship evolves,” she commented. Despite Meghan’s previous discontent in England, this time she has their Portuguese getaway as a potential refuge. “Their property in Portugal offers a retreat with a Californian-like atmosphere,” Provance elaborated, though she expressed doubt that this alone would suffice amidst the likely frosty reception from the royal family. Furthermore, existing reports hint at possible tension between Harry and Meghan, suggesting their U.K. residence might be short-lived.

Provance also emphasized that the success of their relocation is not solely linked to personal factors but also hinges on their business prospects. “This marks Sussex Brand launch 3.0,” Provance revealed to Nicki Swift, viewing the move as a strategic gamble. “Repositioning in the U.K. presents a chance to leverage the weight of their Duke and Duchess titles,” she added, indicating a fresh start for their public persona.

Reportedly, struggles within their business dealings have contributed to strains between Harry and Meghan. Just a day before news of their move broke, royal biographer Andrew Lownie discussed the impact of these business disagreements on their relationship. “It seems Harry is realizing that Meghan’s plans haven’t played out as expected,” Lownie told News24. Lownie speculated that Harry might be distancing himself from Meghan’s efforts in the U.S., adding that their romantic bond has weakened, with Harry appearing to assert his independence.

The state of their marriage has been called into question by other sources as well. A report from a month earlier pointed to signs that Harry and Meghan were headed for divorce. “They’re living very separate lives now,” a source told Rob Shuter for his Substack on July 22. “They have different priorities, different routines, and they’re spending much less time together than people realize,” the insider added. The following week, a separate source told Star that King Charles III would be there for Harry if he needed to talk about his rumored marital woes. So Harry’s feud with Prince William might not be his biggest problem when he returns home.