The Duchess of Sussex has now become the family’s breadwinner while Prince Harry continues focusing on charity work, according to new reports
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Meghan Markle is now the breadwinner in the Sussex family. The Duchess’s cashflow has reportedly fallen since her deal with Netflix ended in April, and her husband Prince Harry’s philanthropic work isn’t enough to fund their affluent LA lifestyle, according to sources, who told Page Six that, “Money is tight.”
Another claimed the couple are finding it difficult to find the $6million (£4.4million) needed to keep them afloat in the US each year, to meet payments including around $3million (£2.2million) on private security and mortgage payments on their $15million (£11million) mansion.
The couple relocated to California in 2020 after stepping back from royal duties, settling in the exclusive coastal enclave of Montecito near Santa Barbara. Known for its privacy and luxury estates, the area is home to many high-profile residents, including Oprah Winfrey and Rob Lowe, as well as media moguls, and business billionaires.
In recent weeks, rumours have been rife about Harry and Meghan’s desire to return to the fold.
There has also been speculation that Meghan has been speaking to Hollywood executives about starting to act again. Sources claimed the former “Suits” star, who made a cameo appearance in the upcoming movie “Close Personal Friends,” was looking for a steady role on a TV show, but this was denied by Sussex insiders.
Speculation has also been mounting over whether Meghan could be gearing up for a return to acting in a potential Suits reunion film. Industry insiders noted that the show’s executives are eager to “cash in” on the series’ massive revival on streaming platforms such as Netflix.
It was also suggested that a spin-off film could bring together former cast members, with Meghan potentially returning to screens.
Fans noticed that Markle was also absent from the Met Gala this year. Despite annual speculation that she would attend, Markle did not make the Met Gala because she had other plans.
Instead of walking the elaborate carpet in Manhattan, the Duchess of Sussex traveled to Chicago for her godson’s communion. On 2 May, she attended the First Communion ceremony at the Holy Name Cathedral in Illinois.
According to Page Six, conversations surrounding the couple’s finances intensified after another shake-up tied to Meghan’s business ventures and media deals.
Meghan Markle’s growing business focus comes shortly after her reported split from Netflix tied to the “As Ever” partnership. Earlier reports claimed her companion series “With Love, Meghan” would not return for a third season. Sources let it be known that she had been left to “carry the whole thing by herself” — much to the annoyance of Netflix staffers.
While Harry continues dedicating much of his time to projects like the Invictus Games and mental health advocacy, Meghan has reportedly thrown herself deeper into expanding her “As Ever” lifestyle brand and other business ventures
Last month, Meghan joined AI-powered fashion platform OneOff as both an investor and featured personality. The partnership allows followers to shop curated looks inspired by Meghan’s wardrobe, including outfits from her recent Australia appearances.
According to WWD, the platform reportedly crossed more than one million outfit views within days of Meghan launching her page. Multiple fashion pieces connected to her Australia trip also quickly sold out online, with OneOff cofounder and chief executive officer Emir Talu telling WWD, “OneOff surpassed 1-plus million views of outfits on the site in the first three days since Meghan launched her page on the platform.”
While in Australia, she also hosted a girls’ weekend, where guests paid up to $3,199 to attend the Her Best Life Retreat in Coogee, Sydney.
The Duchess has also continued promoting her lifestyle brand on social media, drawing support from celebrity friends including Lauren Sánchez and Jamie Kern Lima.
A recent Instagram video showed her eating strawberries while wearing a diamond necklace reportedly valued at $63,000.
