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Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Meghan Markle & Prince Harry Are ‘Running Out of Money,' Says ‘Source'
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are reportedly going through a monetary crisis currently. As reported by ShuterScoop, the Duchess of Sussex and the Duke of Sussex have allegedly been letting staff members go quietly. The news outlet further reported that 'at least four key players' have exited the Sussexes' Archewell team in recent times. The Sussexes, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, have allegedly been losing staff members they hired previously due to a financial crisis. Per ShuterScoop, four significant staff members have left the team. The list reportedly includes Kyle Boulia, the deputy U.S. press secretary, and Charlie Gipson, the longtime U.K. media liaison. Besides them, two other members reportedly chose not to wait to be 'restructured' out of their jobs officially. A 'source' told the news outlet that these layoffs are not 'strategy.' They are for 'survival.' The person further claimed that Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, are 'running out of money.' The 'insider' added, 'Now they're running out of people.' According to the news outlet, despite Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's alleged attempt at rebranding, sources claimed that the budget is unable to keep up with all the PR. A 'source' emphasized, 'That's just spin.' The person further explained, 'They don't have the money to keep the team they built.' They added, 'They tried to recreate the royal court.' Then the 'insider' said, 'But California doesn't do crowns on credit.' Another 'source' told the news outlet that 'More layoffs are expected.' 'And Meghan and Harry? They need a major win — fast,' the 'insider' added. Meghan Markle and Prince Harry recently faced mixed reactions over a delivery room video, the Duchess of Sussex shared on her Instagram. The clip showed the couple dancing in the delivery room during pregnancy before welcoming their daughter, Lilibet. 'When spicy food, all that walking, and acupuncture didn't work – there was only one thing left to do!' read the caption of the post. The post Meghan Markle & Prince Harry Are 'Running Out of Money,' Says 'Source' appeared first on Reality Tea.
Daily Mail
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Queen's uncharacteristically damning verdict on Meghan: Balmoral guest claims the late monarch 'raised eyebrows' with her remarks on Harry and his wife - a month before she died
The late Queen Elizabeth allegedly 'saw through' Meghan Markle, and claimed her romance with Harry had become a 'complete catastrophe', just weeks before her death in September 2021. Prince Harry and his wife have always been at pains to stress that they enjoyed a warm bond with the late Queen, despite a rift with the other senior royals that has only deepened over the years.
Yahoo
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Prince William to exclude three royals from his reign and give them 'no duties'
Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet will have NO royal duties under Prince William's regime. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have reportedly expressed a desire to keep HRH titles for their son Archie, aged five, and daughter Lilibet, aged three.. But Prince William will deliver a major snub to Prince Harry by refusing to include them in his monarchy. The Times reports an insider as saying: 'What has struck me the most recently is that he just doesn't mention it at all. "It used to be that the family stuff was taking up a lot of space in his head, it was a very close relationship and he was very upset. But he's not letting it get to him at all any more. It is a change. It's sad, but it's a much healthier space for him to be at.' READ MORE: Parts of Birmingham Brummies simply refuse to call by the real name READ MORE: Birmingham family devastated as mum-of-five dies suddenly and children left facing 'impossible' READ MORE New UK heatwave set to hit next week with 22 counties in England roasted Insiders claimed William views his uncle Prince Andrew as too much of a "risk" and "threat" to the Firm. It means Andrew, too, looks likely to be left out in the cold alongside Lilibet and Archie. It comes after Wills described 2024 as 'probably the worst year of my life' as he dealt with the cancer struggles of his wife as well as father King Charles. The heir to the throne, who also set up a Homewards programme to end homelessness, said: 'I can only describe what I'm trying to do, and that's I'm trying to do it differently and I'm trying to do it for my generation. 'And to give you more of an understanding around it, I'm doing it with maybe a smaller 'r' in the royal, if you like. That's maybe a better way of saying it. 'So it's more about impact philanthropy, collaboration, convening and helping people. And I'm also going to throw empathy in there as well, because I really care about what I do. It helps impact people's lives. And I think we could do with some more empathetic leadership around the world. 'So that's what I'm trying to bring. That's what Catherine is trying to bring as well. 'And I sit here right now doing Earthshot and doing all the projects I'm doing, like Homewards as well. And who knows what's going to come next, but it all centres around those values of trying to help deliver change and make those lives better."
Daily Mail
21-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Prince William 'is no longer angry at Prince Harry's outbursts at the Royal Family and doesn't talk about his brother at all anymore', source claims
Prince William now feels 'indifference' towards Prince Harry 's outbursts and no longer talks about his brother, a source has claimed. Speaking to the Sunday Times, a friend of the Prince of Wales said he no longer cares what his brother says about the Royal family to the public. 'What has struck me the most recently is that he just doesn't mention it at all,' the source claimed. 'It used to be that the family stuff was taking up a lot of space in his head, it was a very close relationship and he was very upset. 'But he's not letting it get to him at all any more. It is a change. It's sad, but it's a much healthier space for him to be at.' The two brothers have barely spoken to each other since the Duke and Duchess of Sussex left the UK for the US and abandoned royal duties. The rift was exacerbated by the publication of Harry's memoir Spare that levelled accusations against his family. Harry claimed that William, 42, branded Meghan 'difficult', 'rude' and 'abrasive', and even accused him of pushing him into a dog bowl. The two brothers have barely spoken to each other since the Duke and Duchess of Sussex left the UK for the US and abandoned royal duties The last time the warring brothers were publicly seen together was at the funeral for their uncle Robert Fellowes. The youngest brother also reached out to William after his wife Kate Middleton's shock cancer diagnosis. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were understood to have made contact with the Prince and Princess of Wales 'privately'. It was also claimed in the United States that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex only learnt about Kate's condition at the same time the world heard the news. Sources told the New York Post that the couple had 'no idea' about Kate's illness. Hours after the news, the couple released a short statement wishing the Princess of Wales and her family 'health and healing'. The couple said they hoped Kate and her family would be 'able to do so privately and in peace'. Most recently, Prince Harry gave a bombshell BBC interview where he revealed that the King 'won't speak to me because of this security stuff.' Harry spoke to the BBC in Santa Barbara, California, after he lost a court of appeal over his and his family's security arrangements on May 2. The father-of-two commented on his troubled relationship with Charles, saying that he doesn't know 'how much longer' there was left for his father, who is battling cancer. 'Life is precious,' he said. 'I don't know how much longer my father has, he won't speak to me because of this security stuff. It would be nice to reconcile.' William's most recent milestone has been his 43rd birthday and tributes were posted by his father and wife, Kate Middleton. Charles shared a believed-to-be unseen image of the heir - as well as a sweet message - via the Royal Family's official X (formerly Twitter) account. In the casual snap, the Prince of Wales is seen looking pensive as he sits outside in a field of grass in a rural setting. Dressed in a button down pale blue shirt, as well as navy slacks, the royal's informal look is further enhanced with his light beard. The image was accompanied by a simple caption which read: 'Happy Birthday to The Prince of Wales!'. The photo shared by the Royal Family on Saturday was accompanied by a simple caption wishing William a happy birthday Many royal watchers took to the message to share their own well-wishes with the future king. One wrote: 'Happy birthday to our handsome and loyal Prince. Well done, your Majesty!' Another added: 'Happy 43rd Birthday to HRH The Prince of Wales! Your dedication to service and family is truly inspiring. Wishing you a joyful day surrounded by loved ones!' 'Happy Birthday, William, The Prince of Wales,' said another social media user, keeping it short and sweet. Kate also shared a snap and short written message. The adorable image posted by Kate via the Wales' Kensington Royal social media account shows the heir sitting in a field, while playing with a group of small puppies, whose mother is believed to be Orla, the Wales' family dog. In the image, the father-of-three is dressed casually, wearing jeans paired with a long-sleeved green button down shirt, as the puppies crawl over him sweetly. The photograph is accompanied by a caption from the Princess of Wales and other members of their family. It says: 'Happy birthday! Love C, G, C, L, Orla and the puppies!' The Prince of Wales has enjoyed a busy week in the lead-up to his birthday after last weekend's Trooping The Colour and joining the Royal Ascot carriage procession on Wednesday.
Fox News
20-06-2025
- Business
- Fox News
Meghan Markle's new As Ever product launch is driven by desire for ‘fame and fortune': experts
Meghan Markle is restocking her sold-out As Ever products on Friday, and several royal experts believe it's all part of her plan to be recognized as a royal entrepreneur with a reigning business empire. "Of course, her royal title and Sussex name are boosting her brand," British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard told Fox News Digital. "She will cling to this as it will help bring her [more] fame and fortune, which is imperative to her life. She will keep her fingers in many pies and her name in lights with the hope that one or more of her ideas will bring in the much-needed hard cash." "However, she is not likely to amass her fortune from the sales of basic As Ever treats, however delicious they may be," Chard claimed. A post on As Ever's Instagram teased that its bringing back its products and "some delicious surprises." The brand is known for raspberry spreads, teas, limited-edition wildflower honey and edible flowers, or "flower sprinkles." Chard made her comments shortly after quotes from royal expert Valentine Low's 2023 book, "Courtiers," surfaced online. At the time of the book's publication, the author claimed the Duke and Duchess of Sussex left royal life because they wanted the "freedom to make money and dip their toes into politics." He also claimed the "Suits" alum was eager to "earn money for herself," which reportedly influenced the couple's decision to make their royal exit. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped back as senior royals in 2020 and moved to the wealthy, coastal city of Montecito in California. At the time, they cited the unbearable intrusions of the British press and a lack of support from the palace as their reasons for the move. That same year, the couple signed a five-year contract with Netflix reportedly worth $100 million. Their Spotify deal was said to be worth between $15 million to $18 million. Low claimed in his book that before the couple left for California, they suggested the idea of "having a month [to a year] to do their own thing," as quoted by the U.K.'s Daily Mail. According to the outlet, Low also said the pair considered "spending most of their time privately but doing a select number of royal activities." "Some suspected that in the end [Meghan] wanted to make money," Low wrote, as quoted by the outlet. "And the only way she was going to do that was by leaving her royal life behind and going back to America." Low noted that if the couple agreed to continue with royal duties, they wouldn't have been allowed to "act or take decisions in order to gain financially." People magazine previously reported that when Meghan and Harry announced their exit, the couple specified they would "no longer receive funding through the Sovereign Grant," making them "members of the Royal Family with financial independence." Their announcement said, "Their Royal Highnesses prefer to release this financial tie." "They value the ability to earn a professional income, which in the current structure they are prohibited from doing," they wrote, adding that financial freedom is "something they look forward to." At the time of Low's book launch, Archewell, which handles the offices for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, and Buckingham Palace didn't immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. A spokesperson for Buckingham Palace previously told Fox News Digital it doesn't comment "on such books." British royals expert Hilary Fordwich told Fox News Digital she agreed with Low's reporting. "What I do know is that during those negotiations [with Harry and Meghan], Queen Elizabeth II was observed to be 'visibly cringing' when the topics of both politics and money were pressed by Prince Harry," Fordwich claimed. "It represented the antithesis of everything the queen and the monarchy stand for." "I don't know who raised it, but the consensus was, 'You're all about the money. We, the monarchy is about service and dedication to duty," Fordwich claimed. "One of the very many reasons Princess Catherine is so immensely popular and will be a tremendous future queen is that she doesn't care about the former (money) but is dedicated to the latter (duty/service)!" Low claimed in his book the couple's desire to be financially independent raised many eyebrows behind palace doors. "There was no way for the two sides to reach an agreement on that point," he wrote, as quoted by the outlet. "Crucially, it was the queen who took the view that unless they were prepared to abide by the restrictions that applied to working members of the royal family, they could not be allowed to carry out official duties." WATCH: MEGHAN MARKLE 'MOVED ON' FROM ROYAL FAMILY DRAMA, AUTHOR CLAIMS Chard claimed it was easy for Harry to "jump ship." "Prince Harry always felt second best to his brother Prince William," Chard claimed. "Meghan was the excuse Prince Harry needed to jump ship. And Meghan wants fame and fortune. Although she received the royal title, she felt her wings were clipped." "They both ran off into the sunset to make their fame and fortune," Chard added. "It is now all about them. They can … build their Sussex court and empire. However, there are consequences for their decisions. They can't have their cake and eat it too." Whispers of Meghan eyeing a role in politics have been persistent since the couple's move. "I've heard from some very reliable sources that she is writing to people to try and secure political positions," True Royalty TV co-founder Nick Bullen told Fox News Digital in 2023. "I think that is absolutely an ambition for her. "And I think you'll see [the Duke and Duchess of Sussex] working much more separately," he said at the time. "I think you'll see them concentrating on their individual brands to try and reclaim some of the ground." WATCH: MEGHAN MARKLE PLOTTING NEXT ROLE IN POLITICS NOT HOLLYWOOD, EXPERT CLAIMS Bullen is an award-winning documentarian who has been producing programs about the British royal family for 20 years. He has also worked closely with King Charles III. In 2019, True Royalty TV premiered "Meghan for President?" It was a documentary that explored how the mother of two had always wanted to speak out on a global platform, long before she pursued acting in Hollywood. Anything is possible, Bullen insisted. Even a humanitarian ambassador's role looks promising. "It's a very plausible argument," Bullen said. "I think it would be fascinating. Imagine a world in which she does make it to the White House. [Prince] Harry is the first husband. There's a state visit, and what happens then if Meghan is hosting [the British royal family] at the White House? You're going to want a front-row seat for that, aren't you?" A spokesperson for the duchess, 43, didn't immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment at the time. Vanity Fair's royal correspondent, Katie Nicholl, reported in 2019 that Kensington Palace sources dismissed any speculation that Meghan, who retained her U.S. citizenship, would ever run for president. Traditionally, members of the British royal family are expected to be apolitical in public, which means they cannot vote or openly express political views. In addition, such a major move would require Harry, 40, to give up his royal title. In 2024, People magazine reported that the couple's Archewell Foundation is a founding partner of the Women's Wellness (Spa)ce, a trauma-informed wellness center for women in north Philadelphia. It was created by Ashley Biden, the daughter of former President Joe Biden and wife Jill Biden. For now, Meghan seems to have her eyes on launching jam. Her lifestyle products were featured in her Netflix lifestyle series, "With Love, Meghan," which premiered in March. New episodes are expected to drop in the fall. Fordwich claimed Meghan still has a long way to go before the public can crown her as an authentic, relatable businesswoman. "Either way, this relaunch means Meghan Markle will face heightened scrutiny," Fordwich claimed. "Her products, while marketed as accessible, remain luxury non-essentials which don't resonate with a mass market audience, especially in our current tough economic times."
