Experts believe that Prince Harry may be grappling with the reality of what he has left behind since moving to the U.S. with Meghan Markle and their son Archie. According to a recent report, the Duke of Sussex’s work with charities and solo engagements has brought about a realization of his losses since stepping down from royal duties.
Daily Mail editor and broadcaster Richard Eden shared insights from a well-placed source who is described as an “old pal” of Prince Harry. The source spoke candidly about the contrast between Harry’s current life and what could have been had he remained a working royal.
“Imagine the difference if they were still working royals,” the source commented. “They would be the center of attention wherever they went. They would be patrons of organizations and charities, not just guests turning up.”
The source also reflected on the emotional impact that recent charitable work may have had on Harry. “I think Harry’s work over recent weeks with WellChild and Sentebale [the charity he helped set up in 2006 for African orphans, including those living with HIV/AIDS] will have brought home to him how much he has lost by moving to the States.”
Prince Harry’s recent solo engagements, which included charity work in New York, attending the WellChild Awards in the UK, and a visit to South Africa with the Spencer family, may have emphasized the divide between his past and present roles.
Meanwhile, Meghan Markle has been making her own solo appearances, including at the LA Children’s Hospital gala, where she continues to carve out her independent identity in the U.S.
While the couple has embraced new opportunities in America, these reflections suggest that Prince Harry might be feeling the absence of his former life within the royal family. His ongoing charity work, particularly with causes close to his heart, could serve as a reminder of the platform and influence he once wielded as a senior royal.
The shift from being a key figure in the royal family to navigating life as a non-working royal has undoubtedly had its challenges, and experts suggest that this inner turmoil may be increasingly evident as Harry continues to reflect on his decisions.
