She bestowed upon them prominent positions as President and Vice President of the Queen's Commonwealth Trust, allowing them to champion various charitable causes, including those related to the military, the Invictus Games, mental health, and marginalized communities.
The promise was immense, and it was a heartbreaking moment for the Queen when they finalized their departure in what became known as the "Megxit" deal. This arrangement allowed them to retain their Sussex titles while relinquishing their royal highness status in order to pursue financial independence.
Despite their departure, the Queen wished them well and granted them a grace period of 12 months, in case they decided to return. However, as we all know, their path took a different direction. During this period, Prince Philip underwent heart surgery, and Harry and Meghan decided to share their story with Oprah Winfrey, a decision that arguably caused significant damage to the reputation of the Royal Family.
Then came the Queen's passing, followed by the release of Harry and Meghan's six-part Netflix series. The pinnacle of their endeavors was Harry's highly anticipated autobiography, which brought immense pain and heartbreak to the entire Royal Family, especially his brother and father. This situation has led to a near-total breakdown in communication among them.
Harry and Meghan initially capitalized on their royal credentials to earn a living. However, their popularity has steadily declined both in the UK and the USA. They now find themselves under significant financial and personal pressure as consequences for their actions. Senior Royal officials have confirmed that Harry will not receive a substantial inheritance from his father, Charles, with the exception of some personal items. Charles intends to leave the bulk of the estate, including Balmoral, Sandringham, most jewels, and artworks, to the next monarch, rather than dividing it equally among his children.
Any other inheritance Harry receives would likely come in the form of a trust, similar to what he and his brother received upon Princess Diana's death. In the past, King Charles had arranged to set aside £5 to £10 million in a trust for Harry or his future children, from which they could draw income at a specified date in the future. However, Harry's marriage to Meghan altered these plans, and his name was removed from these arrangements.
Notably, Harry will not receive any money from a trust established by Queen Elizabeth at his birth. This means that in the event of a future divorce, Meghan will not have a financial safety net, and she will not be able to rely on Harry for support in the years to come. This situation may lead to more public incidents and a potential distancing of her friends.
In the end, Harry's path may lead him to seek forgiveness and reconciliation in hopes of securing an inheritance from Charles. This inheritance would likely provide him with enough resources for a quiet life, allowing time for the public's memory to fade before any potential return to the royal fold.
