As Prince Harry plans his UK return for the Invictus Games anniversary, Meghan Markle’s relationship with the Royal Family remains strained. Meanwhile, her new lifestyle brand and upcoming Netflix projects mark significant new chapters in her public life.
Meghan Markle reportedly feels that the Royal Family has never apologized to her and Prince Harry, leading to ongoing tensions as Harry plans a return to the UK in May 2024. The trip, coinciding with the tenth anniversary of the Invictus Games on May 8, may include their children, Archie and Lilibet, though Meghan’s attendance is uncertain. Their last visit as a couple was in 2022 following the late Queen’s passing. The Sussexes, who reside in the U.S., stepped down as senior working royals in 2020.
Royal commentator Ingrid Seward recently criticized Meghan Markle’s public demeanor, contrasting it unfavorably with Prince William and Kate Middleton’s warmth. According to a YouGov poll, the Sussexes’ popularity has fallen, with only 31% of participants viewing Prince Harry favorably and 26% Meghan, while Kate Middleton’s approval rate stood at 76%. Middleton has seen a rise in popularity despite her ongoing cancer treatment.
Furthermore, Talk TV’s Alex Phillips expressed skepticism about the potential success of the Sussexes’ upcoming Netflix series, which includes individual projects for Meghan and Harry. Meghan’s series will feature a cookery show, where she will also act as an executive producer. Filming for this series is set to take place at a property near their Montecito home.
Additionally, Meghan recently launched a lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, introducing a strawberry jam as its first product. The jam, sent to select influencers for testing, has received positive feedback. Meghan, according to body language expert Darren Stanton, appears more “authentic” and at ease since moving away from royal duties, indicating a shift towards a more relaxed public persona.
