The rift between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle has become increasingly apparent as the couple has had ongoing disagreements over their lifestyle and financial goals in the United States. After stepping down from their royal duties in 2020 and moving to Montecito, California, Harry has grown increasingly homesick for his native Britain, while Meghan has thrived in the glamorous world of Hollywood. According to royal biographer Emily Adams, life in the United States has left Harry with a strong sense of nostalgia for the royal family and his homeland, while Meghan is obsessed with building her personal brand.
Relatives say Harry is content with a quiet life, enjoying family time and taking his children to school and caring for his medical dog. In contrast, Meghan, who is signed to the WME account management company, is reportedly focused on building her personal image and is eager to bring those accounts. This difference in lifestyle must have put a lot of pressure on Harry, who is now less interested in exploiting the past or trying to increase profits.
Amid the rumors, relationship expert Louella Alderson has hypothesized a “Hollywood breakup” – in which famous couples choose to live their own lives without publicly breaking up. Alderson believes that if Harry and Meghan continue to appear together, their brands will continue to bring in a lot of money for the family. However, if their personal paths and goals diverge further and further, their careers and lives will have to overcome many challenges, when faced with both the power of the public and personal ambitions.
Ultimately, the couple will have to decide whether they can reconcile their differences in dreams and values, or face a “Hollywood breakup” – a decision that could shock the public and affect the image they have built together over the years.