In recent weeks, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been conspicuously absent from the media spotlight.

Aside from the occasional news brief or social media post, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have largely stayed out of the public eye.

This has raised questions among royal watchers: is their absence intentional, or simply a result of being busy with personal and professional commitments?

Let’s explore this quieter chapter in the Sussexes’ lives and what it could mean for their future.

While the couple has often made headlines with their various ventures, including their Netflix and Spotify deals, recent weeks have seen a noticeable pause in major announcements or media appearances. Some speculators suggest that this period of silence was intentionally timed to let Charles and William dominate the news cycle—especially since their projects were generating a significant amount of public interest.

Sources close to Meghan suggest that there may have been some behind-the-scenes hurdles—possibly involving trademarks or issues with the name of her project—that have required her to take a step back and handle legal matters before her public return.

With all the attention surrounding her Netflix series and the media buzz that typically surrounds her every move, Meghan may have opted for a quieter period to ensure a more seamless launch in the future.

Some commentators suggest that this is a sign of Harry becoming more cautious. He may now realize that his relationship with the royal family won’t be repaired by further sensationalism. By stepping back and refraining from making additional bombshell statements, he may be signaling a desire to move on from the drama and focus more on his charity work and family life.