Prince Harry and Meghan Markle celebrated their sixth wedding anniversary with a dinner at Lucky Steakhouse, a local restaurant favored by Harry.
The steakhouse, known for its luxurious menu, features steaks costing up to $125. The couple dined with friends Brian Robbins, CEO of Paramount Pictures, and his wife Tracy. Despite Harry's rumored vegetarianism, they chose a steakhouse near their Montecito, California home. Lucky's menu offers appetizers priced from $26 to $40 and steak options ranging from a 10 oz New York strip at $63 to a 20 oz bone-in rib chop at $125.
There is speculation that the meal might have been expensed through their foundation, Archewell, and presented as a work-related outing with the Paramount boss. Typically, on a wedding anniversary, couples exchange cards and gifts, go out for a meal, or celebrate at home. Significant anniversaries might involve a party with close friends and family. However, it's unusual to dine out with others in the early years of marriage, as Meghan and Harry did. They have reportedly developed a close bond with the Robbinses, having attended the "One Love" film premiere in Jamaica together in January. Tracy was also one of the first to receive a jar of Meghan's homemade strawberry jam from her new brand, American Riviera Orchard.
Royal experts speculate that Meghan is trying to secure a deal with Paramount following the end of their Netflix contract last year. Despite Paramount's financial troubles, Meghan likely sees an opportunity. It's possible Harry mentioned to Brian that Meghan does voiceovers, possibly making Brian regret agreeing to dinner. The choice to spend their anniversary with others suggests Meghan views their marriage more as a business arrangement than a personal bond. Rather than celebrating privately, they used the occasion for business, dining with Tracy and Brian Robbins.
A YouTube channel reported that Meghan and Harry actually crashed the Robbins' dinner, contrary to initial claims of a double date. A source revealed that Tracy and Brian had reserved a separate table and Meghan asked to join them upon seeing them. Whether this was planned or coincidental is unclear, but it appeared premeditated. Observers noted awkward dynamics, with Meghan dominating the conversation with stories like her infamous dish soap tale and a new identity as a Nigerian princess. Brian seemed more interested in talking to his wife, while Harry appeared out of the loop. Meghan and Harry's behavior, including seemingly tracking the Robbins' schedule, added to the intrigue. Insiders suggested the Robbinses might view the encounter with skepticism, if not annoyance.
