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- Inside The Report That Harry And Meghan Are Seeking To Reverse Megxit And Return To The UK (parade.com)
Tensions ran high leading up to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s much-anticipated reunion with King Charles III last week, with the meeting nearly falling apart on multiple occasions.
The week had been fraught with difficulties for Prince Harry, including conflicting reports about whether he would stay at Buckingham Palace, a costly legal loss against Associated Newspapers, and the refusal of taxpayer-funded 24/7 police protection for him and his family. Despite these challenges, the gathering finally took place.
King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed Harry, Meghan, and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, for tea at Highgrove House. One key condition was that the Sussexes were not to share any details of the meeting with the media. This meant no official photos of the children with their grandfather-the king-were released, denying Harry and Meghan a valuable image boost in the United States.
Still, it appears the couple may have their sights set on a more significant goal than just a family photo. According to a friend speaking to the Daily Mail, Harry and Meghan are considering “reversing Megxit”-the decision they made more than six years ago to step back as senior working royals and relocate to North America.
The friend suggested that a return to the UK could be on the horizon, with the couple’s holiday home in Portugal potentially serving as a stepping stone back to Britain. The source added that Harry has begun to feel “unwelcome” in the U.S., with the “American dream” not living up to expectations. Meghan reportedly shares this feeling and is eager to reconnect with Harry’s British roots.
Despite lucrative deals like their Netflix partnership, Meghan is said to feel that their star power is fading, especially as former supporters, including Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos, have distanced themselves. This has left her feeling somewhat isolated.
Meanwhile, another insider hinted at possible strains within Harry and Meghan’s own relationship. They suggested that Harry may never have truly wanted to be estranged from his family and that his early love for Meghan may have clouded his judgment. Now, they say, “the veil is lifting.”
Earlier this week, People magazine-known to be favorable to the Sussexes-reported that Meghan experienced “a lot of sadness” over how their UK visit unfolded. She was notably absent from Harry’s side during his charity engagements, and sources indicated she felt “humiliated” amid the ongoing back-and-forth between Harry’s team and the palace.
Royal biographer Russell Myers described the visit as “a nightmare,” highlighting it as further proof of the strained relationship between Harry and the institution of the monarchy.
With all this in mind, questions remain about whether true reconciliation is possible. Can Harry and Meghan really “reverse Megxit” and assume a semi-working royal role in the UK, a position firmly rejected by the late Queen Elizabeth II?
Even if Harry mends fences with his father, the rift with his brother, Prince William, and his stepmother, Queen Camilla, appears far from healing. Notably, Harry’s memoir Spare painted Camilla as a “villain,” making her an unavoidable obstacle in any reconciliation.
As a staunch supporter of King Charles, Queen Camilla reportedly prioritized being present during the meeting with the Sussexes. Royal commentator Catherine Mayer emphasized Camilla’s critical role, stating, “There is no reconciliation with Charles without her.”
The unfolding story raises intriguing questions about the future of Harry and Meghan’s relationship with the royal family and whether they can find common ground after years of separation and controversy.