Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s decision to leave the UK shocked the royal family and many others.
People were left wondering why they made such a big move.
Recently, Prince Harry shared another surprising reason for their departure, which has angered a lot of people online.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex had what seemed like a perfect life with a royal wedding, a growing family, and worldwide admiration.
However, behind the scenes, tensions were growing, and soon their fairy tale life started to fall apart.
The couple decided to leave their royal life and move to a different continent. Prince Harry’s reasons for their departure have caused a lot of anger, with many people expressing disbelief and frustration.
Initially, they said they wanted financial independence and a better family life. But later, Prince Harry shared more personal reasons for their move. As these details came out, critics were quick to blame the couple, saying they had caused their own problems.
In May 2018, Harry and Meghan captured global attention as they stood on the steps of St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle, waving to the cheering crowds as newlyweds. Their royal wedding was a spectacle that thrilled millions around the world.
However, in January 2020, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex stunned both the public and the royal family with a surprising announcement: they would be stepping back as senior royals.
They also announced their plans to become financially independent and split their time between the UK and North America. In their statement, they mentioned wanting to raise their son, Archie, while respecting royal traditions and looking forward to a new chapter in their lives with greater freedom.
The rift between Prince Harry and the rest of the royal family became more apparent over time. Tensions between him and his brother, Prince William, grew, with reports indicating that their once-close relationship was severely strained.
Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, was reportedly deeply upset by the situation. Sources revealed that she had been urging Prince William to reach out to Harry and repair their relationship, but her efforts were unsuccessful.
For Meghan, the constant pressure from the media had been overwhelming. From the start of her relationship with Harry, she faced harsh criticism and invasive scrutiny, which took a significant toll on her well-being.
Allegations from former staff members, who claimed Meghan had verbally mistreated them during her time at the palace, only intensified the criticism and added fuel to the fire.
But it wasn’t just Meghan who faced challenges. Tensions between Harry and his father, now King Charles III, were also escalating. The release of Harry’s memoir, *Spare*, in 2023 and his subsequent interviews deepened the divide.
In the book and his interviews, Harry spoke openly about his feelings towards his stepmother, Queen Camilla. He referred to her as “the villain” in the marriage between his parents.
Harry’s depiction of Camilla deeply offended many, with sources saying King Charles found the criticism “unforgivable.” The harsh remarks about his wife hurt Charles deeply, making a reconciliation with Harry seem more distant.
As the rift between Harry, Meghan, and the royal family grew, Meghan’s visits to the UK became rare. Her final visit was in September 2022, for Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral.
Since then, Meghan hasn’t returned to the UK and missed King Charles’ coronation in May 2023. Her absence only added to the rumors and speculation about the ongoing tensions between the Sussexes and the royal family.
Despite the ongoing rift, King Charles reportedly made efforts to reconnect with Harry and Meghan for the sake of his grandchildren. Sources close to the palace claimed that Charles extended an invitation for the couple to visit Balmoral Castle during the summer of 2024, hoping to spend time with Archie and Lilibet.
The separation between Prince Harry and the royal family was not just physical but emotional as well. Every effort to mend the relationship seemed to fall short, and the bond between Harry and his father, King Charles, continued to weaken.
Despite the backlash, Prince Harry remained firm in his decision to leave. He made it clear that his priority was to protect his family, even if it meant severing ties with the institution that had defined his life for so long.