The recent passing of Queen Elizabeth has left many curious about the inheritance left for each member of the royal family.
Contrary to some beliefs, Forbes reported in 2021 that Harry did not inherit any part of the $100 million left to the Royal Family by his great-grandmother, the Queen Mother. However, following the tragic death of his mother, Princess Diana, Harry, along with his brother William, inherited a portion of Diana's estate on their 25th birthdays, amounting to around $10 million each.
Harry revealed in a CBS interview with Oprah Winfrey that he utilized his trust from his mother to support his family after Prince Charles cut him off financially in early 2020, following Harry and Meghan's departure from the British royal family.
Despite Diana's will stating that the estate would be distributed when the brothers turned 25, US Weekly reported that the funds were held until they reached 30. Regardless, the brothers continued to receive interest on their trust funds. While Harry and William were primary beneficiaries, Diana's will also included provisions for her Butler Paul Burrell and 17 of her godchildren.
As for Meghan Markle, reports from Forbes in 2021 reiterated that she did not inherit any part of the $100 million left to the Royal Family by Queen Elizabeth. Additionally, Radar Online speculated in September 2022 that there was a slim chance the queen would leave Meghan any valuable jewels, considering her status as a non-member of the royal family.
Interestingly, it was suggested that Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, might pass some of her inherited jewels from the queen to her niece, Lil B (Lilibet Diana), to ensure she is not left out. The reasons behind Meghan's exclusion from the inheritance remain a subject of speculation, with some attributing it to practicality and others suggesting it might be a subtle message regarding the couple's past drama with the British royal family.
Turning to Prince Andrew, it was reported by the BBC in September 2022 that he, along with his daughters Beatrice and Eugenie, inherited two of the queen's corgis, Mick and Sandy. The corgis, originally given to the queen as a present in 2021, will now reside at Royal Lodge with the Duke and Duchess of York. The Duchess, Sarah Ferguson, played a significant role in their majesty's life, maintaining a close friendship even after her divorce.
Princess Anne, along with her brothers Andrew and Edward, inherited a share of The Sovereign Grant, as reported by I 24 News. The exact amount of her share remains undisclosed. Some reports also suggest that Princess Anne may receive a new royal title, reflecting her prominent role in the events leading up to the Queen's funeral in September 2022. As the intricate details of the royal inheritance unfold, it adds another layer to the ongoing legacy of the British royal family.
