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Harry reportedly never wanted to establish a career in the entertainment industry, but was only motivated by his wife’s ambitions.

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HIGHLIGHTS

 Prince Harry’s career aspirations in Hollywood have reportedly been driven by Meghan Markle’s insistence, not his own desire for an entertainment career.
 Harry’s career moves have been motivated by the need for financial gain to support his and Meghan’s relocation, as he has revealed in interviews.
 Living in California has become too expensive for the couple, leading them to consider returning to the UK, as their financial situation has become dire.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle apparently had high hopes for their careers when relocating to California, but it appears the prince has become disillusioned with Hollywood and it’s taking a toll on his marriage.

Royal commentator Alison Boshoff recently spoke to Daily Mail, where she expressed her expert opinion that many of the couple’s lifestyle changes were motivated by Meghan’s insistence, not by Harry’s desire for an entertainment career. “In truth, Harry never really wanted to be a podcaster or a TV executive. He didn’t want to be the ‘pepper’ to Meghan’s ‘salt,” she claimed.

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Harry Allegedly Never Wanted A Career In Hollywood

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Boshoff further used Harry’s past words as evidence that his careers moves have only been motivated by a need for financial gain to support his and Meghan’s relocation. “He’d even told Oprah as much, during that bombshell interview in 2021: that he only signed the deals with Netflix, for £79 million, and Spotify, for £18 million, because his family had ‘cut him off,’” she explained.

“He needed to pay for security (not to mention the £11 million Montecito mansion they bought, four weeks after the Netflix deal was announced),” Boshoff went on.

Harry and Meghan have been the subject of rumors of money problems for months. Earlier this year, Spotify cancelled their million-dollar contract with the couple’s production company. It was also alleged Netflix threatened to do the same if the pair don’t start releasing better-performing content on the platform.

Harry Wants To Return To The U.K. Because California Is Expensive

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Earlier this month, a report claimed that living in California has become too expensive for the couple, and has motivated them to consider returning to the U.K. “Harry and Meghan have been talking about moving back to London,” a source alleged to Life & Style. “[They] are going through one of the toughest times of their lives — and that’s saying a lot, considering what they’ve been through already.”

“California just isn’t cutting it for them, and their financial situation has become dire,” they continued.

Meghan and Harry reportedly relied on his trust funds to finance their move to the U.S., as they were financially cut off from the British monarchy after abdicating their royal duties.

Apparently, however, Harry’s father King Charles is open to welcoming them back as working members of the royal family. “He loves Harry and his grandchildren, and having his family back together is what he’s wanted,” the source went on. “Meghan and Harry have to agree not to speak ill of the royals again/ That’s a must. It would be an utter embarrassment if they were to be kicked out of the family for a second time.”

Prince Harry has been doing many jobs in the last few years, but before that, he hasn’t always just been a Royal.

While Harry may not be keen on establishing more of a career in Hollywood, the same can’t be said for Meghan. There have been reports that the former Suits star is considering a return to acting. Meghan is also apparently thinking about re-joining social media in hopes of making an income from paid partnerships.

In addition to allegations of financial strife, Meghan and Harry have also been navigating divorce rumors. And, if the claims of Harry’s unhappiness in California are true, it very well could be factoring into their suspected marital problems.

Kate’s legal name starts with a “C,” but there’s a specific reason the shortened version doesn’t have the same starting letter.

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HIGHLIGHTS

 Meghan Markle claims the royal family controlled her, and Kate Middleton may have had a similar experience due to pressure to change her name from “Cate” to “Katherine” with a ‘K’.
 Kate has been accused of altering herself to conform to royal standards, such as changing her wedding hairstyle based on the wishes of her in-laws.
 While Harry and Meghan may consider moving back to the U.K., it could strain William and Kate’s relationship, as Meghan reportedly stresses out Prince William.

Meghan Markle claims the royal family tried to completely control her while living in the U.K. with Prince Harry, but it looks like her sister-in-law Kate Middleton may have had a similar experience when she first got serious with Prince William.

Kate’s full name is Catherine, but she notably spells the shortened version with a ‘K,’ not a ‘C’ like her first name has. Apparently, she was pressured into avoiding Cate with a “C” because many other royal family members have “C” first names.

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Kate Has Changed A Lot To Fit In With The Royal Family

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Prince Harry made this revelation in his memoir Spare, which was released earlier this year.

“There were already two royal ciphers with a C and a crown above: Charles and Camilla. It would be too confusing to have another. Make it Katherine with a K, they suggested. I wondered now what came of that suggestion,” Harry writes in the memoir. “I turned to Willy, gave him a look that said ‘You listening to this?’ His face was blank.”

Kate married Prince William in 2010 and they now share three children. Their oldest son, George, is in line to be the King of England one day after his father. However, this is hardly the first time Kate has been accused of changing something about herself to fit royal standards.

For example, it was previously reported that Kate’s wedding day up-do was changed at the last-minute to accommodate the wishes of her royal in-laws.

“Royal sources tell me that the royals indicated very strongly to Kate that they would prefer her to wear her hair up for this very special occasion,” celebrity hair stylist Ashley Pearson claimed in the documentary William & Kate: The Journey . “However, Kate had her heart set on wearing her hair down with long flowing curls.”

Kate appeared to compromise, as she famously wore her hair half-pinned back, with her dark flows cascading down her back, though they were largely covered by her thick veil.

The Duchess hasn’t commented on the recent allegations that the royals tried to influence her name. Kate and William have been famously loyal to the family, in contrast to Harry and Meghan, who abdicated their royal duties in 2021 and relocated to California amid a strained relationship with the royal.

The royals are likely applying pressure to William and Kate’s kids, as who they marry in the future can have serious repercussions.

Harry And Meghan May Move Back To The U.K.

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Even though Harry and Meghan have made a variety of accusations against his family over the years, one recent report claimed the couple were considering a move back to the U.K. as they were struggling to afford living in California.

The pair have seemingly had a hard time establishing careers in Hollywood. Though they scored big media deals with Netflix and Spotify, the latter canceled its podcast with Meghan, to the surprise of many fans. It’s been rumored that Netflix is considering a similar move.

While it’s unconfirmed if Meghan and Harry really are heading back to Britain, the Suits actress is reportedly a huge stressor for Prince William, so that likely wouldn’t bode well for his relationship with Kate Middleton.

Not only did Taylor Swift reject the offers, but she didn’t even respond back to Meghan Markle’s handwritten proposal.

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HIGHLIGHTS

 Taylor Swift turned down offers to perform at King Charles III’s coronation and appear on Meghan Markle’s podcast, despite the potential for increasing her wealth and fame.
 Swift’s rejection of these requests sparked controversy and speculation about her reasons for declining. She did not provide a response to Markle’s personal note.
 Meghan Markle debunked rumors of a feud between her and Swift by attending one of Swift’s Eras Tour performances, indicating a friendly relationship between the two.

At the moment, Taylor Swift is on top of the music industry. She’s achieved billionaire status, while her fanbase continues to grow.

Given her fame and fortune, Swift is having to deal with a packed schedule. She’s had to refuse many offers, though eyebrows were raised after she turned down The Royals on a few occassions.

In the following, we’re going to take a closer look at why Swift turned down both King Charles III, and Meghan Markle. In fact, Swift didn’t even issue a response back to Markle for her request. We’ll reveal what the offers were, and where things stand between The Royals and Swift today.

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Taylor Swift Rejected A Major Offer To Perform At King Charles III’s Coronation

Taylor Swift proved to be one of the many artists that turned down an invitation to perform at King Charles III’s coronation. A specific reason for the rejection was not given, but it was said that Swift was performing in Nashville during her Eras Tour the day of the Coronation.

Yahoo News wrote about the other artists that also turned down the invite.

“Taylor Swift reportedly rejected an offer to perform at King Charles III’s coronation in May, according to an upcoming book by royal reporter Omid Scobie. Us Weekly reported that the pop star was one of several musicians who turned Charles down, including Harry Styles, Adele, Elton John, and the Spice Girls, making it difficult for officials to organize the ceremony.”

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The decision to turn down the performance was somewhat controversial, given that it wasn’t the first time Swift rejected a request from The Royals. Swift was also asked to appear on Meghan Markle’s former podcast, but ended up turning down the request. In truth, Swift could have added to her billionaire status with the high profile gigs, but in both instances, elected not to.

Taylor Swift Also Turned Down Meghan Markle’s Podcast Invite

Back in June of 2023, Page Six reported that Taylor Swift had rejected Meghan Markle’s invitation to appear on her now-canceled podcast.

It is said that Markle wrote a personal note to Taylor Swift, but was still snubbed by the artist. Page Six writes, “Meghan Markle reportedly penned a personal note to Taylor Swift asking the pop star to be a guest on “Archetypes,” only to be shut down.”

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Not only did Swift turn the offer down, but it is believed that she didn’t even respond to the request.

“Swift, rejected the invitation, according to the Wall Street Journal, and didn’t even bother responding herself — instead having a representative decline on her behalf in what could be seen as a diss to the Duchess of Sussex. Any chance at a do-over is off the table now, as Markle, 41, announced earlier this month that she and her husband, Prince Harry, had parted ways with Spotify, which streamed her podcast, just three years after signing a $20 million deal.”

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Given that the podcast came to an end, there is no chance of the two coming together. Nonetheless, Markle and Swift completely debunked the rumors of tension between the two sides after Meghan showed up to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour.

Meghan Markle Debunked The Taylor Swift Feud Rumor Appearing At Her Eras Tour

Just a couple of months later, People reported that Meghan Markle attended Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour stop in Los Angeles. Prince Harry was in Asia at the time, as Markle took part alongside a friend.

People wrote, “A source confirms to PEOPLE that the Duchess of Sussex, attended Taylor Swift’s performance at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium on Tuesday during the Eras Tour’s California leg. As Swift launched into her Fearless era — telling the excited crowd, “Let’s go back to high school!” — Meghan jumped up out of her chair to sing along to “You Belong with Me.”

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The publication continues, “Page Six, which was first to report the news, said Meghan attended with her friend Lucy Fraser. Although Prince Harry did not join his wife as he’s overseas, he’s been to SoFi Stadium since they located to Meghan’s home state in 2020 after stepping back from their royal roles. In 2022, he attended the Super Bowl at the venue alongside his cousin Princess Eugenie, who was visiting from the U.K.”

Making an appearance was clearly a big deal for Markle, and it really proved that there wasn’t any type of bad blood between the two sides. Given Swift’s ridiculous schedule, it could be that she just couldn’t make the commitment, especially in the midst of her Eras Tour.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are slowly losing their credibility and reputation after multiple public humiliations.

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HIGHLIGHTS

 Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were mocked on Family Guy and South Park for their Netflix deal and claims of wanting privacy.
 The couple’s car chase drama was met with skepticism and ridicule.
 Celebrities criticized the integrity of Markle’s claims, with Chris Rock and Michael Che making jokes about her and the royal family.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle faced public scrutiny throughout their relationship, and it intensified when they decided to leave the royal family. After giving a series of explosive interviews, Markle attempted damage control, but they still ended up losing their million-dollar Spotify deal.

Markle returned to acting in an embarrassing ad as she tried to salvage her career, but the former royal couple felt humiliated after the public mocked their experiences and continued to treat them lightly.

Meghan Markle And Prince Harry Were Mocked On Family Guy

On October 22, 2023, Family Guy aired a sharp satire episode targeting Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. In the episode, an animated version of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex received a satirical jab about their $100 million Netflix deal and sponsored Instagram posts.

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Insiders close to the ex-royals reported that Prince Harry and Markle were deeply upset by the animated episode, considering it a blatant affront. The couple denounced the episode, labeling it as an outrageous slur, relentless mockery, and a lack of serious consideration from the public. The source told Closer Magazine:

“What’s hit them hardest and cuts the deepest of all is that it plays up the whole notion they’re self-entitled grifters or spoilt brats…”

Prince Harry And Meghan Markle Were Ridiculed Over Their Car Chase Drama

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle claimed that they were on a wild car chase with aggressive paparazzi in May 2023. However, instead of sympathy, they received skepticism and mockery from various public figures, including friends of the British Royal Family.

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Initially, the Sussexes’ spokesperson asserted that the couple faced a relentless pursuit with multiple near collisions lasting over two hours after leaving the Women of Vision Awards in Manhattan, New York. However, doubts were cast on the narrative by NYC Mayor Eric Adams and the hosts of The View, with Whoopi Goldberg describing the statement as misleading and damaging to their credibility.

Meghan Markle

BirthnameRachel Meghan Markle
BirthdateAugust 4, 1981
BirthplaceLos Angeles, California, USA
Height5′ 6″

Friends of the Royal Family seized the opportunity to mock the couple, with one anonymous friend of Prince William stating, “I thought they were leaving the royal family for a quieter life. If flashbulbs give Harry flashbacks, I don’t understand why he is going to award ceremonies.”

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A public relations expert deemed the situation a disaster for Prince Harry and Markle, per the New York Post:

“If I had to guess, I would say this is Harry going, ‘This is unacceptable, I’m going to say something,’ and no one having the balls to say, ‘Well, maybe not, sir, that would be really f—king stupid, and it is going to totally overshadow everything your wife has been doing tonight, her big comeback.’ This is what happens when people do their own PR.”

The NYPD released a statement affirming that they assisted the private security team in protecting the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. They acknowledged the presence of numerous photographers but refuted any reported collisions or incidents.

Prince Harry And Meghan Markle’s Public Image Was Tainted By A South Park Parody

In one episode of South Park, it took a satirical swipe at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, portraying them as the Prince and Princess of Canada. The animated couple are depicted as hypocritical figures loudly seeking privacy while indulging in attention-seeking behavior. The episode features jabs at the Sussexes, with characters branding them the dumb prince and his stupid wife and mocking their claims of wanting privacy.

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The episode concludes with the Prince realizing the pitfalls of trying to mold themselves into a brand and declaring a desire for a normal life free from media attention. Meanwhile, the princess remained entangled in the pursuit of a carefully curated image.

Prince Charles

BirthnameHenry Charles Albert David Mountbatten-Windsor
BirthdateSeptember 15, 1984
BirthplaceCity of Westminster, London, England, UK
Height6′ 1

In response to the episode, reports circulated that Markle was upset and overwhelmed by the portrayal. However, a spokesperson for Prince Harry dismissed speculation of a lawsuit against South Park, calling the rumors ‘boring and baseless.’

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Earnings per Business Insider

Source
Amount

Princess Diana Inheritance
$10 Million

Prince Harry – Captain of the British Army
$50,000/year

Meghan Markle’s Acting Credits
$50,000/episode of Suits

$360,000 – 2010 movie roles

Meghan Markle Endorsement Deals
$80,000/year

Meghan Markle’s Book, The Bench
$700,000

Netflix Deal
$100 Million

Spotify 3-Year Deal
$20-30 Million

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Despite claims that the couple’s legal team is monitoring the show, no legal correspondence has been initiated. This leaves the issue unresolved as the satire continues to stir conversations around the couple.

Celebrities Criticized The Credibility Of Prince Harry And Meghan Markle’s Story Against The Royal Family

After Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepped out of their royal duties in 2020, they gave multiple interviews about their experiences inside the Palace. While some sympathized with what they went through, especially Markle’s claims of racism within the Royal Family, others were not convinced about the integrity of her stories.

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In a live screening of his Netflix stand-up show, Selective Outrage, Chris Rock weighed in on Markle’s claims about racism made in her interview with Oprah Winfrey:

“What do you mean ‘I didn’t know, I had no idea how racist they were.’ It’s the royal family!… It’s the royal family, they’re the original racists. They invented colonialism. They’re the OGs of racism…”

Saturday Night Live’s Michael Che humorously suggested Markle was being offered ‘$19 an hour’ to attend the coronation, accompanied by an image of the duchess dressed as a housekeeper.

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Prince Harry used to believe Princess Diana faked her death.
Prince Harry and William had a heated argument in 2019 after his brother complained about Markle’s attitude.
Prince Harry revealed that King Charles and Camilla wanted the spotlight.
Prince Harry experimented with cocaine and other drugs to numb his pain.

While hosting the Grammy Awards, Trevor Noah cracked a joke about Prince Harry’s frostbitten “todger.” Even James Corden, who had welcomed Harry on his show and attended his wedding, made jokes about revelations from the royal’s memoir.

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Nick Ede, a friend of Markle, told the Express that becoming “low-hanging fruit” for Hollywood comedians wasn’t what his old friend would have anticipated or desired.

Harry recently returned from the U.K. after visiting his father, though is wife Meghan Markle is staying silent.

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HIGHLIGHTS

 Prince Harry expresses love for his family despite ongoing feud, mentioning gratitude for being able to visit his father during his cancer treatment.
 Harry confirms intent to return to the UK soon, indicating that he will make an effort to see his family as much as possible.
 While Harry breaks his silence on his father’s condition, Meghan Markle chooses to stay silent and remains in California with their children.

All eyes have been on the royal family since it was announced King Charles is undergoing treatment for cancer earlier this year. Shortly after the news broke, Prince Harry embarked on a solo trip to the U.K. to visit his family, despite tensions reportedly being at an all-time high, as Harry and his wife Meghan Markle remain estranged from the royals.

Now, Prince Harry, 39, has made his first statement regarding his father’s condition, offering fans insight into how he’s coping amid the health crisis as well as the ongoing feud with his family.

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Prince Harry Says He Loves His Family Despite Their Feud

During an appearance on Good Morning America on Friday, February 16, Harry, said, “I love my family. The fact that I was able to get on a plane and go and see him and spend any time with him, I’m grateful for that.”

“I jumped on a plane and went to go see him as soon as I could,” he continued.

Earlier this month, paparazzi confirmed that Harry made the journey from Los Angeles to London specifically to visit his father. Photographs showed a car transporting Harry from London’s Heathrow Airport to Clarence House, where the King was apparently secluding.

Harry Says He’ll Return To The UK Soon

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Although Harry refrained from divulging additional information regarding his father’s diagnosis (Buckingham Palace has not confirmed what type of cancer he has), he did affirm his intention to return to London in the near future.

“I’ve got other trip plans that will take me through the U.K., or back to the U.K.,” the father-of-two said. “So, I’ll stop in and see my family as much as I can.”

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After King Charles underwent a medical procedure to treat an enlarged prostate at the start of the new year, Buckingham Palace revealed on Monday, February 5th, that the 75-year-old monarch has received a cancer diagnosis.

“During The King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer,” a statement released by the royal family said.

“His Majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties,” the statement went on. “Throughout this period, His Majesty will continue to undertake State business and official paperwork as usual.”

“The King is grateful to his medical team for their swift intervention, which was made possible thanks to his recent hospital procedure. He remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible,” it added. “His Majesty has chosen to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer.”

While Harry has broken his silence on his father’s condition, his wife Meghan Markle continues to stay silent. She didn’t join him on the trip back to the U.K., rather choosing to remain in California with their two young children.

American talk show host Oprah Winfrey has told she was ‘surprised’ by all the bombshells dropped by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in the interview that went viral

Oprah Winfrey says she was ‘surprised’ by bombshells dropped in Meghan Markle interview

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Oprah Winfrey has revealed she was left ‘surprised’ by Meghan Markle’s bombshell tell-all interview.

The American talk show host sat down to speak with the Duchess of Sussex, 39, and her husband Prince Harry, 36, about life as a royal, with Meghan making allegations of racism against the family and also opening up about her suicidal thoughts.

However the TV star claims it was ‘powerful’ as Harry and Meghan ‘wanted to be able to tell their story and tell it in such a way that allowed them to be as truthful as possible’.

Oprah revealed she had sent the couple a text before the interview, and from her understanding, they were going to share the ‘truth’.

Speaking about the interview on Nancy O’Dell’s Channel on talkshoplive, Oprah explained: “I had no idea that it would have the reverberating impact it has had and continues to have. I did a lot of preparation for that.”

Oprah Winfrey says she was ‘surprised’ by bombshells dropped in Meghan Markle interview
The author also admitted she was ‘surprised’ that Harry and Meghan were open during the interview – particularly around the former Suits actress’ comment that royal family members had ‘conversations with Harry about how dark [Archie’s] skin might be when he’s born’.

Oprah said: “I’m like, ‘What? You’re going there? You’re going all the way there’, about her thoughts at the time.

She understood they were going to share their truth, adding: “Whenever I’m doing interviews with anybody for anything that is significant, I have a conversation with them before.

Oprah was ‘shocked’ by some of the comments they made

Meghan Markle with Oprah (Image: CBS)
“I didn’t see Harry and Meghan before but I did text them and say intention is very important to me, tell me what your intention is, so that we can be aligned in our goal. And our shared intention was the truth. They wanted to be able to tell their story and tell it in such a way that allowed them to be as truthful as possible.”

She continued: “The reason why it was such a powerful interview — first of all, I know how to ask questions, and you [Nancy] know how to ask questions, we all know how to do our jobs, but what makes it powerful is when you have someone else who is willing to be as open, as vulnerable, as truthful, as they were.

Prince Harry with his wife (Image: HARPO PRODUCTIONS/AFP via Getty)
“So, I don’t give myself credit for that, I give myself credit for asking the questions, but the reason the interview was what it was, was because they answered the way they did.”

Oprah concluded: “It was really important to me that what we put out there in the world was put out at the time everyone could see it and that things didn’t leak, and things weren’t misconstrued before the actual interview happened.

They told everything to Oprah (Image: AFP via Getty Images)

“So I remember when we finished doing the interview and that interview was 3 hours and 20 minutes I think, and I stood up and said to the crew, we all know what was said here, and how important it is to have the trust of the people who just shared that, and so I’m hoping you all will not go out into the world and share what has happened here. And nobody did.

“And so, as we were releasing clips to CBS, we were releasing them in such a way that whatever was being put out there could not be exploited. So a lot of time and effort and energy went into it on my part.”

Despite the original lawsuit being thrown out, Samantha Markle has amended court documents and is seeking damages from Meghan Markle.

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HIGHLIGHTS

 Meghan Markle is being sued for $75,000 by her half-sister over allegations made during her interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021.
 Samantha Markle claims that her character was defamed and earnings were lost when Meghan claimed they didn’t have a relationship growing up, damaging Samantha’s credibility as an author.
 Experts believe the defamation lawsuit is baseless and not grounded in factual evidence, warning Samantha that any new filings would likely fail.

The defamation lawsuit against Meghan Markle has received new life. Markle is now being sued for $75,000 by her half-sister over allegations Markle made during her interview with Oprah Winfrey.

The court documents allege that Markle’s 2021 interview with Winfrey defamed her half-sister. As a result of Markle claiming that she and Samantha Markle did not have a relationship growing up, the credibility that Samantha had in writing The Diary of Princess Pushy’s Sister Part 1, was irrevocably damaged.

When Markle claimed to have “grown up as an only child,” the amended lawsuit states that it dissuaded potential readers from purchasing Samantha’s book. Because of this, Samantha claims, per the court documents that her character was defamed and earnings were lost. As such, she is seeking $75,000 in damages.

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The case is scheduled to be heard on November 4, 2024, with an anticipated trial timeline of five days.

Samantha Markle’s Previous Defamation Lawsuit Against Meghan Markle Was Thrown Out

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Samantha previously filed a lawsuit against Markle claiming that she was defamed when the Duchess stated that she felt like an “only child” growing up. In that suit, Samantha was also asking for $75,000 in damages. The claim was made during an interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021.

However, in March 2023, that case was thrown out. The judge stated that Markle was stating an “opinion.” As such, Markle’s claims could not be proven “false.”

“As a reasonable listener would understand it, defendant merely expresses an opinion about her childhood and her relationship with her half-siblings,” US District Judge Charlene Edwards Honeywell explained. “Thus, the court finds that defendant’s statement is not objectively verifiable or subject to empirical proof…. plaintiff cannot plausibly disprove defendant’s opinion of her own childhood.”

The judge further found that any damages that Samantha was seeking as a result of an interview Markle gave for the unauthorized biography, Finding Freedom could not be sought as Markle did not publish the “contents of the book.”

Experts Believe The Defamation Lawsuit Filed Against Meghan Markle Is Baseless

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When the original lawsuit was filed against Markle and Markle came out victorious when the defamation suit was thrown out, Samantha was warned that any new filings would fail. Despite the claims coming from an expert, Samantha dismissed the warning and went forward with the amended filing anyway.

Christopher Bouzy, an expert from the data analysis firm, Bot Sentinel, was interviewed for Harry & Meghan. At that time, he stated in his interview that the claims against Markle were “unfounded and not grounded in factual evidence.” Any claims that resemble them were baseless.

As a result of this claim, Samantha stated that Markle again defamed her via Bouzy believing that Bouzy was employed by Markle.

Bouzy then doubled down on his claims.

“We maintain that the claims in Samantha Markle’s complaint are unfounded and not grounded in factual evidence,” Bouzy explained.

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He went on to say, “To be clear, I would like to categorically state that Bot Sentinel does not have any financial relationship with Harry and Meghan, Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Neither the couple themselves nor any individual or entity affiliated with them has ever retained our services or engaged in any form of professional collaboration.”

Whether the lawsuit will make it to trial remains to be seen. But, according to reports, if the facts are not categorically different as stated in the original lawsuit, it is unclear how Samantha will come out victorious a second time around.

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HIGHLIGHTS

 Meghan Markle’s net worth spiked to $25 million after marrying into the royal family, thanks to a trust set up by Princess Diana for her son.
 Harry and Meghan’s combined net worth took a hit after their deal with Spotify dissolved, resulting in a loss of $20 million.
 The couple signed a partnership deal with Netflix in 2020 for an estimated $100 million, with potential earnings reaching $150 million depending on project success.

While Meghan Markle was already well-known in the entertainment industry for her role as Rachel Zane in the comedy-drama Suits, the now 42-year-old’s career reached new heights after settling down with Prince Harry, whom she first met through a mutual friend in July 2016.

Two years later and the couple tied the knot in a lavish wedding ceremony held at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle. But just months after tying the knot, Meghan felt targeted by the British press, which she believed was feeding the public with salacious and fabricated stories about her past life.

The mother of two was disturbed by online trolls who had branded her an opportunist because she chose to give up Frogmore Cottage (where she and Harry lived after their wedding), quit her position as a working royal, and move back to Los Angeles — with Harry, of course.

Harry and Meghan are no longer supporting King Charles III with their royal duties and have since relocated to Montecito, California. But just how much has Meghan made since leaving the UK?

Meghan apparently isn’t helping the situation between King Charles and Prince Harry, even though it’s become life or death.

Update February 2024: After parting ways with Spotify in 2023, Meghan Markle has found a new home for the podcast, ‘Archetypes’. That new home is Lemonada Media, the same platform on which Julia Louis-Dreyfus has her podcast, ‘Wiser Than Me with Juila Louis-Dreyfus’. Details of how much the deal is worth were not released. However, as part of the deal, Markle will be developing new content for Lemonada Media in conjunction with ‘Archetypes’. Any involvement Prince Harry will have in future projects was not disclosed.

Meghan Markle’s Net Worth

Going From Being Worth $5 Million To Being Worth $25 Million

Before Meghan was married to Prince Harry, she had a net worth of $5 million. This was thanks to her acting career and her lifestyle blog, The Tig. However, when she married into the royal family, that figure spiked to $25 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth as a result of a trust set up by Princess Diana for her son.

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Since getting married and inking several business deals together, the combined net worth of the two has grown to “$60 million.”

This amount could have been larger had their deal with Spotify not dissolved. Some reports state that the Sussexes suffered a loss of $20 million. Others state that they kept a portion of the money from the deal.

Regardless of how much they lost in the deal, the two appear to be doing fine and working on more business ventures to continue to grow their wealth as well as their presence in the entertainment world.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are slowly losing their credibility and reputation after multiple public humiliations.

As of February 2024, Markle signed a deal with Lemonada Media. While the terms of the deal were not disclosed, the platform will be the new home of Markle’s podcast, Archetypes as well as other content she is developing for Lemonada.

This will be sure to raise Markle’s net worth in the future. Just how much remains to be seen, though.

Meghan Markle’s Net Worth Skyrockets Thanks To Spotify

The Spotify Deal Was Reportedly Worth Over $40 Million

When Harry and Meghan first moved to Los Angeles, they were offered a beautiful multi-million dollar mansion by Hollywood mogul Tyler Perry before the couple purchased their first home in Montecito, California for a whopping $14.65 million in August 2020.

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That same month, it was revealed that the former actress and her hubby were looking to close on a lucrative business deal with Spotify which would see Harry and Meghan front their very own podcast with the streaming service.

It was reported the contract with Spotify was said to be worth close to $41 million for a multi-year deal.

“Meghan was the driving force behind it,” an insider explained. “The initial multi-year deal is worth in excess of £30million with a view to extending it within six months.”

It was further mentioned that once touring and live events returned following the coronavirus pandemic, Meghan and Harry could partake in live shows of their podcast for another hefty fee.

So, similar to paid public appearances, the couple could potentially end up taking their podcast on the road while earning more income from ticket sales.

“Live agents have been eyeing up Meghan and Harry’s new deal with great interest,” the insider said. “They have been inundated with offers about the possibility of touring the podcast when the time is right.”

Despite the original lawsuit being thrown out, Samantha Markle has amended court documents and is seeking damages from Meghan Markle.

They went on to say, “The idea would be that the events would be very intimate, with tickets going for a premium. All the cash would go to charity at the beginning. Meghan and Harry would record them in front of a small audience.

Spotify, who their podcast deal is with, has been investing heavily in the live space in the market and want to start taking podcasts out on the road. Meghan and Harry’s is not just hugely high profile but potentially hugely lucrative.”

Unfortunately, after just one podcast, Archetypes lasted just a season on Spotify and one Christmas special was released, the contract between the Sussexes and the streaming platform was terminated. This meant the money that Meghan and Prince Harry thought they would be getting over a several-year period was no longer to be. Estimates show that they lost minimally a portion of the $20 million in the deal.

Meghan Markle Signed A Lucrative Contract With Netflix

The Netflix Deal Was Worth An Estimated $100 Million

In September 2020, it was also revealed that Harry and Meghan had signed a partnership deal with Netflix to create original content for the media company for an estimated $100 million.

Other credible news outlets claim that the deal is much higher than that, claiming that the pair would actually earn $150 million, depending on the success of the projects they’re producing and creating for Netflix.

Fans of the royal family have been concerned about Meghan’s intentions to work with Netflix given that her and Harry’s ties with the Queen could be a conflict of interest.

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Many people don’t believe that Netflix is offering lucrative deals because of Harry’s interesting views, but more so because of his connection to Buckingham Palace. Others still wonder if Netflix will follow suit after Spotify dumped the duo. To date, it appears the Netflix deal is solid.

Sources insist that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex won’t have any involvement in other shows on the streaming service, such as The Crown — Harry and Meghan will only be focusing their attention on the content they are planning to bring to Netflix.

“The Sussexes were more concerned and consumed about their own image and ideas rather than what else was being screened on Netflix,” a source told The Sun.

“The subject of The Crown was brought up, but the service has always stood firm that they leave the editorial of that show to filmmakers Leftbank and show creator Peter Morgan and unless a legal matter, there is no interference.”

The source concluded, saying, “The Duke And Duchess did not fight over this, which may be seen by some as odd given the next time period the show will cover.”

A bizarre theory is gaining momentum that Kate is in a coma, but the palace just gave a telling update on her health.

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HIGHLIGHTS

 Speculation around Kate Middleton’s health led to a bizarre coma theory circulating on social media.
 Buckingham Palace denied the coma rumors, confirming the Duchess of Wales is recovering well from surgery.
 King Charles is also undergoing cancer treatment, prompting Prince Harry’s short visit to the UK.

It’s been weeks since Kate Middleton reportedly underwent abdominal surgery, with the royal family announcing she’d be stepping away from her royal duties temporarily. But with the duchess not spotted in public for weeks, a bizarre fan theory suggests Kate may actually be in a coma, or at least in poor health following her treatment.

The speculation has become so intense that it prompted a response from Buckingham Palace to clarify what’s actually going on with Kate.

Thanks to her Podcast, Netflix deal and other ventures in the works, Meghan Markle is doing more than okay nowadays.

Why Fans Believe Kate Could Be In A Coma

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The viral coma conspiracy theory surrounding the future queen began its circulation on social media following assertions by Spanish journalist Concha Calleja. The reporter claimed on a TV program that the life of the Princess of Wales was “in great danger” and that medical professionals had resorted to inducing a coma to save her.

Not only has Kate not been spotted for weeks, but fans further took is evidence that something was wrong after Prince William’s withdrawal from a significant public engagement due to an undisclosed “personal matter” on Tuesday.

What Buckingham Palace Says About Kate’s Condition

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With the theory not dying down, the Palace released a statement indirectly denying the allegations, saying, “Princess of Wales, who is recovering from abdominal surgery, continues to be doing well.”

Previously, a palace insider denied the claims , saying, “It’s total nonsense. No attempt was made by that journalist to fact-check anything that she said with anyone in the household. It’s fundamentally, totally made-up, and I’ll use polite English here: it’s absolutely not the case.”

Kate isn’t the only royal who’s seemingly in bad health, as the Palace announced earlier this year that King Charles is undergoing treatment for cancer.

“During The King’s recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate issue of concern was noted. Subsequent diagnostic tests have identified a form of cancer,” the palace said.

Kate is stepping away from the spotlight to focus on her kids, much like her sister-in-law did a few years ago.

“His Majesty has today commenced a schedule of regular treatments, during which time he has been advised by doctors to postpone public-facing duties,” the press release went on. “Throughout this period, His Majesty will continue to undertake State business and official paperwork as usual.”

“The King is grateful to his medical team for their swift intervention, which was made possible thanks to his recent hospital procedure. He remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible,” Buckingham added. “His Majesty has chosen to share his diagnosis to prevent speculation and in the hope it may assist public understanding for all those around the world who are affected by cancer.”

The revelation prompted a visit to the U.K. from his estranged son Prince Harry, who apparently only visited him for under an hour. Harry’s wife Meghan Markle has been notably silent about the King’s diagnosis since the news broke.

Amid an important crisis in the British Royal Family, a former Las Vegas dancer has come forward to make things even more difficult for Prince Harry.

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HIGHLIGHTS

 Prince Harry faces new scandal as former Las Vegas dancer threatens to expose compromising pictures of him.
 Former stripper Carrie Royale claims to have explicit photos of Prince Harry, adding to the Royal Family’s troubles.
 Senior royals, including Prince Harry, face turmoil amid King Charles’ cancer diagnosis and questions about the Princess of Wales’ well-being.

It’s been a challenging time for the Royals, both those actively on duty and those who have stepped away. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have not had much of a relationship, at least that the public knows, with the British Royal Family since they’ve stepped down from their official roles as Duke and Duchess of Sussex and moved to the US. The Prince has returned momentarily to the United Kingdom after King Charles’ cancer diagnosis, but it doesn’t mean he will return to his place in the family any time soon.

Prince William “doesn’t see a future” for Meghan and Harry in the Royal Family when he becomes King.

In the midst of an important crisis that has the world questioning the stability of the British Royal Family, a former Las Vegas dancer has come forward to make things even more difficult for the Duke of Sussex. She allegedly has some compromising photo of the Royal, and is not afraid to expose them.

Former Stripper Threatens Prince Harry With Explicit Pictures

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Prince Harry is now facing a new scandal, as the wild party days in his past are coming back to hunt him. In the past few years, he’s faced a lot of backlash for stepping down from his royal duties, and with Queen Elizabeth’s death and King Charles’ cancer diagnosis, his strained relationship with the Royal Family has come back into focus.

Now, a former stripper named Carrie Royale, who he reportedly met in Las Vegas in 2012, has made things all the more difficult for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex by threatening him publicly. She said she has in her possession several pictures of him in compromising situations, and might reveal them on her OnlyFans.

“I have some nice ­pictures of him in the buff,” she said. “These pictures have never been seen by the public. I have poolside pictures of before the night and shots of Harry in the buff. People will be shocked by them.”

This might sound like pure extortion, but she also seems to be doing it as some form of revenge. “I’m a little angry about being whitewashed from his book. I mean… wow. He missed a lot of things from that night.”

“I am surprised he remembers anyone’s name because he was pretty intoxicated,” she taunted, “but he could have talked about the few things that happened between us, he missed that completely.”

This Scandal Comes During A Period Of Crisis In The Royal Family

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The stability of the Royal Family is being heavily questioned by the public, and it has been for a few years now, pointedly since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle broke away from the family.

Queen Elizabeth’s death was always going to mean a period of transition, but with the new King being diagnosed with cancer less than two years into his reign, the senior royals have been facing difficulties.

Meghan apparently isn’t helping the situation between King Charles and Prince Harry, even though it’s become life or death.

The Prince and Princess of Wales have also become the talk of the town, with Kate Middleton’s whereabouts being heavily questioned on social media. According to the Palace, the Princess is recovering from a scheduled abdominal surgery and won’t be present at any official engagements until Easter, but the fact that she hasn’t been seen in public at all has caused concern and curiosity.

With Camilla, the Queen Consort, also taking a break from official duties, it seems most of the senior royals are unavailable, and now, with Prince Harry facing this embarrassing scandal, it seems Sussexes won’t be able to help the family at this moment of crisis.