If you've been following the ongoing drama between Meghan Markle and the royal family, you’re likely aware that their relationship has steadily deteriorated over the past few years.
This decline has been particularly evident since Meghan and Prince Harry decided to step back from their roles as senior royals and move to America. Now, it appears that tensions may have reached a breaking point. New reports claim that Meghan has made the bold decision to separate from Prince Harry and embark on a completely new life, thousands of miles away from London and their previous home in Montecito.
Just last week, Meghan was spotted at Los Angeles International Airport with her mother, Doria Ragland. According to sources, the two were boarding a flight bound for the south of France. An onlooker told Us Weekly that they overheard Meghan telling Doria that she needed to get away for a while to clear her head, as her relationship with Harry had become overwhelmingly toxic and stressful. The witness noted that Meghan appeared distressed and burdened with a lot on her mind.
Now, various British tabloids, including the Daily Mail and The Sun, are reporting that Meghan is planning to leave Harry for good and set up a new life in the stunning French Riviera town of Nice. Insiders close to Meghan say she has grown disillusioned with her married life in America and finds Harry’s constant need for attention and publicity overwhelming. Meghan reportedly misses her carefree single life in Toronto before she became involved with the royal family. The intense public scrutiny and backlash that have come with being a royal have also taken a severe toll on Meghan's mental health. Friends say she is no longer willing to endure the never-ending drama and fallout, particularly in the wake of their controversial Oprah interview. It seems that Meghan views France as the perfect escape and a fresh start, away from all the negativity.
Reports suggest that Meghan is close to finalizing the purchase of a multi-million dollar villa near Nice and plans to enroll her children, Archie and Lilibet, in a nearby international school. Doria is said to be fully supportive of Meghan's decision and plans to join her daughter in France to help with the children and possibly live with them permanently. Meghan places immense value on Doria’s support, so it appears that Harry has officially been sidelined, though it’s likely he’ll still see the children. However, Meghan seems resolute that her marriage is over and she’s determined to sever ties with the UK for good after three tumultuous years as a royal wife.
The bigger question now is how Harry will cope with this shocking turn of events and, perhaps more importantly, how the British public and royal family will react to this latest scandal. Relations were already at an all-time low following Meghan and Harry's Oprah interview, and this news of a potential divorce is bound to send shockwaves through the royal family, further damaging the monarchy's public image.
There is also growing speculation that Meghan’s sudden rush to leave could be financially motivated. Reports emerged last month that Meghan and Harry’s Archewell organization was struggling and on the brink of bankruptcy after several sponsorship deals fell through. Critics now see them as pariahs in Hollywood, and their brand has rapidly declined. It is believed that Meghan might be seeking a clean financial slate away from Harry, possibly hoping to land new endorsement deals or ambassador roles in France once she’s settled. Harry, too, is reportedly facing financial pressures, as it was recently revealed that he has been cut off from much of the royal fortune and the yearly allowances that Charles used to provide. Harry also had to repay the £2.4 million cost of renovations to Frogmore Cottage. It seems that the luxurious California lifestyle they showcased during the Oprah interview is unsustainable unless Meghan secures significant business ventures on her own. France may offer a fresh start financially as well as personally.
Of course, none of this—neither the divorce nor the move—has been officially confirmed by Meghan and Harry's spokespeople, who remain characteristically tight-lipped about their private matters. However, the evidence is mounting. According to sources, Meghan has recently enlisted the services of high-profile French divorce lawyer Catherine Amour. Amour has represented prominent figures like billionaire art dealer David Nahmad in his acrimonious split with his wife, so it’s clear that Meghan is serious and is going straight for the best legal representation.
It will be fascinating to see how this all unfolds. My sources indicate that Meghan’s new villa in Nice could be ready for her to move into as early as next month, suggesting that the split might be imminent. Some commentators are even speculating that Meghan may look to remarry quickly in her new French chapter, with one possibility being multi-millionaire French businessman François-Henri Pinault, who owns chateaux properties nearby. Only time will tell on that front, but it’s safe to assume that Meghan will want to find love and stability again sooner rather than later. The drama surrounding this couple never seems to end.
