Meghan Markle and Prince Harry appear to be heading in different directions both professionally and personally, according to royal expert Richard Fitzwilliam. He believes their current pursuits suggest a major shift in their marriage dynamics and living arrangements.
Fitzwilliam noted that Prince Harry has been focusing more on his charitable work and rebuilding ties with his family in the UK, while Meghan is embracing a return to Hollywood. He said this growing difference reflects a “clear divergence in opinions” between the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
“Meghan’s decision to appear as herself in a Hollywood comedy film definitely emphasises her shift towards the US,” Fitzwilliam said. “But Harry still feels very deeply about his homeland and would like to spend more time in the UK.”
The royal commentator added that Harry has quietly been working to restore his relationship with the royal family, highlighting his recent visit to King Charles.
The meeting, which took place at Windsor Castle, marked the first time father and son had met in person after 19 months of silence. According to Fitzwilliam, Meghan seems “more interested in maintaining her spot in Hollywood rather than making a return to the UK,” and this could signal ongoing challenges for the couple’s long-term plans.
He also pointed out that the actress’s career move may just be the beginning. “We also don’t know what will come after this film, but we do know they have Netflix projects to deliver, so this may only be the start for her in Hollywood,” he said.
Meghan’s big-screen return comes nearly eight years after she stepped away from acting when she married Prince Harry. Her upcoming film, Close Personal Friends, features her playing herself alongside stars such as Lily Collins, Brie Larson, Jack Quaid, and Henry Golding.
The project has been described as a “huge moment” for the Duchess, signaling a high-profile comeback to the entertainment industry. An insider told The Sun, “She has been approached for numerous roles over the years, but this one felt right. Everyone is thrilled to have her involved, and the details of her role have been kept under wraps.”
As Meghan reclaims her Hollywood spotlight and Harry looks homeward, experts say the couple’s next moves could redefine the direction of their post-royal lives.