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New York Post
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Trump ally Nigel Farage makes dig at Prince Harry: ‘You sent us woke'
UK politician and President Trump ally Nigel Farage had an audience cracking up with a cheeky quip about sending Prince Harry to the US. The outspoken anti-immigration campaigner couldn't contain his laughter after making a playful jab at the Duke of Sussex during an interview Thursday at the Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas, Nev. 'In my country, we tend to be a little bit behind,' said the leader of the right-wing Reform UK party. 'America has all the new ideas, they take a few years to cross the pond.' Advertisement 5 UK politician and Trump ally Nigel Farage had the audience in stitches after delivering a cheeky quip about sending Prince Harry to the US during his speech. Getty Images 'You send us many good things, and what you're doing in this space right now, this administration is good,' Farage, 61, said. 'You also send us bad things, because you sent us woke.' The British politician then turned to the audience, pointing his index finger in the air. Advertisement 'But you know what, we've got you back, because we sent you Prince Harry in return, alright,' he quipped. Harry, of course, famously quit royal life in 2020 and hightailed it across the pond with his wife, Meghan Markle. 5 'We've got you back, because we sent you Prince Harry in return, alright,' Farage quipped. Getty Images The Sussexes have since set up camp in Montecito, Calif., where they reside with their two children: Prince Archie, 6, and Princess Lilibet, 3. Advertisement Despite planting firm roots in the Golden State, the 'Spare' author and his Sussex counterpart have made virtually no effort in gelling with their Montecito community, one local resident claimed this week. Instead, locals say that Harry and the 'Suits' alum, 43, have remained 'practically invisible' to their neighbors ever since they snapped up their $14 million property — which has since doubled in value. 5 The Invictus Games founder, 40, quit royal life with his wife, Meghan Markle, in 2020 and hightailed it across the pond shortly after. Archewell Foundation via Getty Images Despite that, Harry had previously gushed over his new life in sunny California, telling Andrew Ross Sorkin at The New York Times DealBook Online Summit that he 'very much' enjoys living in Montecito. Advertisement 'I very much enjoy bringing my kids up here. It's a part of my life that I never thought I was going to live.I feel as though it's the life that my mom wanted for me,' he said in Dec. 2024. 'To be able to do the things I'm able to do with my kids that I undoubtedly wouldn't be able to do in the UK — it's huge. That is a fantastic opportunity and I'm hugely grateful for that.' 5 The Sussexes have since set up camp in Montecito, Calif., where they reside with their two children: Prince Archie, 6, and Princess Lilibet, 3. Getty Images for the Invictus Games Foundation Thursday's quip isn't the first time Farage had spoken out about the Sussex camp. President Trump's close ally launched a scathing attack on Harry in recent weeks — saying his comments about his cancer-stricken, estranged father King Charles' ailing health were 'inappropriate' and 'unnecessary.' 'It's good to see the king here. I understand the treatment he is undergoing is pretty intense,' Farage told GB News earlier this month. 'He's putting a brave face on it. It was why the comments from his youngest son were so inappropriate.' 'Of all the things Harry said — that's what I found most upsetting,' Farage said of Harry's bombshell BBC News interview. Advertisement 'There's no conversation the king and Harry can have that won't end up on Netflix — there's no trust,' he added. 'As I understand, the king is undergoing regular treatment. It's tough.' In April 2021, Farage yanked up his welcome mat in a tweet slamming the Sussexes for their terse statement on the death of Prince Philip at age 99. 5 Harry had previously gushed over his new life in sunny California, saying that he 'very much' enjoys bringing his kids up in Montecito. Advertisement 'For a couple that do public emotion as a career, this third person and one sentence statement shows their contempt for this great man and the monarchy,' Farage said at the time. 'The British public will not welcome Harry and Meghan back, even for the funeral.'
New York Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘Controlled' Meghan Markle is ‘practically invisible' to her Montecito community, neighbor claims
Love thy neighbor? Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's neighbor has claimed that they haven't made an effort to 'fit in' with their community ever since they planted firm roots in California following their 2020 royal exit. Richard Mineards, a veteran local journalist, alleged that the Invictus Games founder is far more 'approachable' than his Sussex counterpart. 5 Meghan Markle's neighbor has claimed that she hasn't made an effort to 'fit in' with her community. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Mineards recalled a particular incident where the 'Suits' alum, 43, allegedly turned away a local elderly historian who wanted to gift her a copy of his documentary about the area. 'The old man never got past the gate,' he told Daily Mail, adding that the As Ever founder 'doesn't play the community game.' In fact, Mineards said that Markle's distant nature is the opposite to that of Oprah Winfrey — also a Montecito resident — who often 'shows up at charity events.' The veteran reporter said that the former actress has remained 'practically invisible' to her neighbors ever since the Duke and Duchess of Sussex snapped up their $14 million property in 2020 — which has since doubled in value. 5 The Duke and Duchess of Sussex snapped up their $14 million property in 2020. Google Maps 5 The sprawling home has since doubled in value. AFP via Getty Images 'She's there, of course, but she shows herself very little. Her relationship with Montecito is… distant, shall we say,' he said, adding that she's managed to 'cultivate a very controlled image' of herself. 'She pays attention to every appearance, every word, every gesture,' he added. In contrast, Mineards pointed out that the community's sentiments toward the 'Spare' author, 40, are markedly different. 5 The local journalist added that the Invictus Games founder is far more 'approachable' than his Sussex counterpart. Getty Images for the Invictus Games Foundation 'Harry is always charming, approachable, with that very recognizable Windsor accent,' he said of the duke. 'He smiles, shakes hands, willingly exchanges a few words.' The reporter added that various neighbors had spotted the former working royal 'at the beach, in an organic coffee shop or cycling in the hills.' 'Harry has kept his good-natured side,' Mineards said, adding that the prince was 'more at ease here, even with his personal struggles.' Other local residents echoed Mineards' sentiment, saying the Sussexes mostly 'keep themselves to themselves.' 5 Mineards said that Markle has managed to 'cultivate a very controlled image' of herself. Netflix 'I haven't seen Harry around much. Normally when you see him around here, he's walking his Labrador on the beach or on his bicycle followed by his security in a Range Rover,' one local told the outlet. Another local resident claimed that Markle is far more distant than her 'jolly' husband.
New York Post
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Meghan Markle admits she doesn't know what to call herself after quitting royal life
Meghan Markle has admitted she's found it difficult to define her professional identity since stepping back from her role as a senior working royal over five years ago. The Duchess of Sussex, 43, quit royal life with husband Prince Harry in 2020 and moved across the pond to start afresh. And while the trans-Atlantic move appeared to open a lot of doors for the couple professionally, the 'Suits' alum admits it's made it harder to pinpoint where she stands in the business world. 'If I had to write a résumé, I don't know what I would call myself,' Markle told Fast Company, adding that this uncertainty 'speaks to this chapter many of us find ourselves in, where none of us are one note.' 4 Meghan Markle has admitted she's found it difficult to define her professional identity since stepping back from her role as a senior working royal over five years ago. Getty Images for TIME Markle, however, has no qualms about her actual name. In Netflix's 'With Love, Meghan,' she was quick to correct actress Mindy Kaling about her last name. 'It's so funny that you keep saying 'Meghan Markle.' You know I'm Sussex now,' Markle told the 'Mindy Project' star, 45. After the episode aired, she was then called 'Meghan Sussex' during her interview on 'The Drew Barrymore Show.' When the couple left the royal family in 2020, late Queen Elizabeth let them keep their Sussex titles, but banned them for using the name 'Sussex Royal' for their projects outside the royal family. 4 The Duchess of Sussex, 43, quit royal life with husband Prince Harry in 2020 and moved across the pond to start afresh. Getty Images After setting up camp in Montecito, Calif., the Sussexes have pushed out a slew of lucrative ventures — including Netflix shows, books, podcasts, tell-all interviews, and commercial businesses. 'I believe all the notes I am playing are part of the same song,' Markle said of her portfolio. Still, the former actress has her sights set on future potential money-making ventures, which could include her foray into the fashion world. 'The category of fashion is something I will explore at a later date, because I do think that's an interesting space for me,' she told the outlet. 4 While the move opened a lot of doors for the couple professionally, Markle admits it's made it harder to pinpoint where she stands in the business world. Variety via Getty Images Markle also teased that a new line of products for her lifestyle brand, As Ever, is expected to be announced in the first quarter of 2026. Elsewhere in the interview, the former working royal opened up about juggling business with motherhood, revealing a sweet 'mom moment' that had recently happened in the middle of the night. Start your day with all you need to know Morning Report delivers the latest news, videos, photos and more. Thanks for signing up! Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Never miss a story. Check out more newsletters Markle said that after her eldest child, 6-year-old son Archie, lost his first tooth, she rushed home to be the one to leave money under his pillow. As 2 a.m., Archie stumbled into his mom's bedroom to excitedly reveal what had happened. 4 'If I had to write a résumé, I don't know what I would call myself,' Markle said. Getty Images 'I had a lot of business meetings the next morning, but I still chose to cuddle with him the rest of the night,' she said. 'Those mom moments energize me to be a better founder, a better employer, a better boss.' Despite her various professional involvements, Markle previously told People that she doesn't consider herself to be a social media star or an 'influencer.' 'I see myself as an entrepreneur and a female founder, and if the brand ends up influential, then that's great,' she said in March. 'But I wouldn't categorize myself as an influencer.'
New York Post
4 days ago
- Business
- New York Post
Meghan Markle reveals ‘fear' of being broke: ‘We're taught to not even talk about money'
Meghan Markle is getting candid about money. On the latest episode of her podcast 'Confessions of a Female Founder,' the Duchess of Sussex revealed her 'fear' of not having enough money — despite boasting a joint estimated $60 million net worth with husband Prince Harry. Speaking to billionaire Spanx founder Sara Blakely, the 'Suits' alum took notes on her guest's money mindset. Advertisement 4 Meghan Markle has revealed her 'fear' of not having enough money on the latest episode of her podcast 'Confessions of a Female Founder.' meghan/Instagram Blakely, whose net worth stands at $1.3 billion, believes that many people have misguided perceptions about money and how to manage their funds. 'A lot of people don't even realize they have not great narratives around success or around obtaining a lot of financial freedom and money for themselves,' Blakely, 54, told the former actress. Advertisement In response, the As Ever founder, 43, admitted that she would 'love to adopt' a healthier mindset about money — though she said women are often kept at bay when the topic of finances comes into play. 'So many women, especially, we're taught to not even talk about money,' the mom of two said. 'And there's lots of guilt mentality surrounding having a lot.' Markle remarked that it's all too 'easy' to believe financial security is out of reach. 4 The 'Suits' alum boasts a joint estimated $60 million net worth with husband Prince Harry. Instagram/@meghan Advertisement 4 Speaking to billionaire Spanx founder Sara Blakely, the former actress took notes on her guest's money mindset. meghan/Instagram 'And at the same time, there's a scarcity mindset that it's easy to attach to, of like 'I'll never have enough,'' she added. Elsewhere during the episode, Markle opened up about her pregnancies with son Archie, 6, and daughter Lilibet, 3. 'I mean, I gained 65 pounds with both pregnancies,' she recalled. Advertisement Start your day with all you need to know Morning Report delivers the latest news, videos, photos and more. Thanks for signing up! Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Never miss a story. Check out more newsletters 'A friend just said to me the other day, they were like, 'I just saw this picture I'd forgotten about when you were so pregnant with Archie,'' Markle said. At the time, the 'With Love, Meghan' star was a working royal and made public appearances all the way up to giving birth to her first child with the Invictus Games founder. 4 Markle remarked that it's all too 'easy' to believe financial security is out of reach. Netflix 'I always wear my five-inch, pointy-toed stilettos,' Markle confessed, recalling a pal telling her, ''You have the most enormous bump and your tiny little ankles are bracing themselves in these high heels.'' 'But all my weight was in the front,' she went on. 'So you're just going, how on Earth am I not just tipping, you know, face planting? I was clinging very closely to my husband, like, 'Please don't let me fall.''
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle accused of hypocrisy after appointing their own ‘royal' court of staffers
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been accused of fueling hypocrisy after they introduced their own new 'royal' court of staffers to take charge of their fractured public image. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who quit royal life in 2020 and moved across the pond, have restructured their staff roster that now bears a striking resemblance to the royal family's own royal court, the Daily Mail reports. The new revamp will see communications strategist Meredith Kendall Maines front a team of 11 — with the small-but-mighty organization being based in Montecito, Calif., and the UK. The operation is said to run totally independently of Archewell, which Harry, 40, and the 'Suits' alum, 43, founded in October 2020. But the move has since been slammed by top royal commentators and historians, with expert Richard Fitzwilliams arguing that the pair appear to be inching back to their royal days, despite repeatedly criticizing life in the palace. 'The hypocrisy lies in the act that Harry has, especially in his most recent interview, attacked courtiers and the Royal Household, considering them enemies. So it is extremely surprising that he should want a similar structure in Montecito,' Fitswilliams told the Daily Mail. 'In 'Spare,' he excoriated senior courtiers. He, as his mother did, regards them as the enemy.' He went on, 'The difference is, tragically, that she would not accept police protection as she distrusted it so. Ironically, it's what he wants for himself and his family. He also claimed courtiers or their equivalent used security as a lever to prevent them stepping down as senior working royals. 'So the 'Montecito model' better be different and they would be wise to pay attention to its advice.' Fitzwilliams' sentiment was echoed by royal expert Tom Bower, who said the new reshuffle is nothing but the couple's last-ditch 'desperate bid to save their brand.' 'Undoubtedly, the Sussexes would like to rule over a 'royal court' from their Montecito mansion,' Bower told the outlet. 'Nothing would give them greater pleasure than courtiers pulling their forelocks as they bow and scrape to please the Duke and Duchess.' 'Competing with Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace would delight Meghan. But what the Sussexes have assembled is not a 'royal court,'' he said, adding that it's 'a hugely expensive group of bureaucrats signaling the Sussexes' final, desperate bid to save their brand.' Bower noted that should the Invictus Games founder follow the As Ever founder's move to commercialize his title, 'his currently minimal chance of reconciliation and return to Britain will be totally extinguished.' Elsewhere, Fitzwilliams cast doubt on just how successful the operation will be, given the couple's extensive history of a 'revolving door' of staffers. 'We are promised new projects and initiatives in the months to come and obviously can then judge the success of this revamp,' he told the outlet. 'However there are question marks which have haunted the Sussexes entire operation. The first issue is whether the high staff turnover which has characterized their ventures continues, with some 20 having left.' The new restructure means that now the 'Spare' author and former actress each have their own chief of staff. 'Chief Communications Officer, Meredith Maines, has retained the global firm, Method Communications, to bolster her team overseeing the growing business portfolio and philanthropic efforts of The Duke and Duchess of Sussex,' a spokesperson for the Sussexes told The Post. 'The team in the US will be led by Executive Vice Presidents Clay Blackham, Erin Grant and Senior Vice President Casey Adams and in the UK by Senior Media Counsel Liam Maguire.'
