It appears that Prince Harry might have swapped his California Duchess for a British pop princess, according to a tantalizing blind item. Reports suggest that Harry has been rekindling his romance with his old flame, Ellie Goulding—the singer known for her hit "Love Me Like You Do." Meanwhile, Meghan Markle could be experiencing a taste of her own Hollywood medicine, as she watches the prince allegedly reignite something with Ellie.
Harry and Ellie cozying up by the surf at sunset, while Meghan, thousands of miles away, grinds her teeth as she scrolls through the latest gossip. If the rumors are true, Ellie, fresh from a fling with a dashing Costa Rican surfer, could be the next contender for the role of Royal Girlfriend 2.0. This new romance wouldn’t come with the heavy baggage of royal exits, Netflix flops, or podcast contracts that fizzle out like a lukewarm cup of Earl Grey.
Ellie Goulding has a history of crossing paths with the royals. She sang at the wedding of Prince William and Princess Catherine in 2011 and was even seen exchanging flirtatious glances and texts with Harry afterward. In fact, they were photographed looking quite cozy at the 2016 Audi Polo Challenge, sparking rumors of a romance. However, Ellie expertly dodged questions about any romantic involvement with Prince Harry, blushing and laughing as she avoided the topic like a true English Rose, leaving everyone to speculate about their chemistry. Friends of Harry have noted that he was quite taken by her.
Just a few years ago, Meghan was the apple of Harry’s eye, but these days, their relationship seems to have a bit of extra distance. Reports indicate that the Sussexes have been living separate lives, displaying markedly different vibes in public. Harry's demeanor during solo appearances has become so relaxed that it’s as if he’s traded his juice cleanses for nights down at the local pub. Even loyal British tabloids are beginning to wonder if Harry is looking back towards the land of tea, crumpets, and royal hunting parties.
Ellie has her own aristocratic connections, being a long-time friend of Princess Eugenie, which means she’s always had a foot in royal circles. It was Eugenie who helped introduce Ellie to her now ex-husband, Casper Jopling, with whom she recently split. This leaves the door open for Harry, who could provide a shoulder to lean on—and possibly more than just tea and sympathy.
So, what does Meghan think about all this? If gossip is to be believed, she’s taking charge of the situation and has strong opinions about Harry's next moves. While Meghan seems laser-focused on her projects and lifestyle in L.A., Harry appears to be wandering off on his own royal reconnaissance missions. With rumors of a trial separation swirling, there may be less of a trial and more of a separation in this royal saga.
Harry, reportedly yearning for his old life filled with pubs, friends, and something less Hollywood, might find that a certain British pop star fits the bill quite nicely. He’s been hinting at solo projects, including a Netflix series on polo, a passion from his days as a senior royal. Every step he takes seems to stoke the flames of rumor, spinning tales of royal drama, old flames, and perhaps a fairy-tale rewind with Ellie.
