Prince Harry's ambitious journey to carve out an independent life with Meghan Markle in the United States appears to be unraveling before the world's eyes. After years of publicly criticizing the royal family, stepping away from his royal duties, and seemingly burning bridges with King Charles and Prince William, the Duke of Sussex now seems to be making an embarrassing U-turn. Reports indicate that Harry has returned to the UK, desperately appealing to King Charles for the restoration of his royal title—a move that contradicts everything he and Meghan claimed to stand for.
For years, Harry and Meghan positioned themselves as victims of a rigid and outdated monarchy, accusing the institution of racism, cruelty, and cold indifference. However, despite securing multimillion-dollar deals with Netflix and Spotify, their brand in the US is quickly crumbling. Their popularity has plummeted, lucrative opportunities have dried up, and Meghan’s Hollywood ambitions have seemingly hit a dead end. With financial struggles reportedly looming, it’s no surprise that Harry is now seeking to reclaim the royal status he so hastily abandoned.
According to insiders, Harry has realized that life outside the royal bubble is far more challenging than he and Meghan had envisioned. Their Netflix projects have failed to captivate audiences, their Spotify deal was abruptly terminated, and the financial security they once took for granted as working royals is suddenly looking far more appealing. The very monarchy they once condemned now appears to be their last hope.
If there is one person who is unlikely to be thrilled by Harry’s attempt to regain his royal title, it’s Meghan Markle. From the beginning, she positioned herself as a revolutionary force, someone who modernized the monarchy before ultimately breaking free from its constraints. She encouraged Harry to step away from royal life, believing that their celebrity status alone would be enough to secure their future. However, Meghan’s attempts to establish herself among Hollywood’s elite have not gone as planned. Despite her efforts to align herself with A-list figures, invitations to major events have been few and far between, and her business ventures have struggled to gain traction.
This leaves Meghan in an awkward position. If Harry successfully regains his title, it would be perceived as an admission that leaving the royal family was a mistake—something Meghan is unlikely to acknowledge. She has built her entire public persona around the narrative of being a victim of the monarchy, and admitting defeat would severely damage her credibility. Yet, without their royal ties, their relevance is fading fast.
King Charles, however, is reportedly in no hurry to welcome his wayward son back into the fold. After years of public attacks—including the explosive Oprah interview, Harry’s tell-all memoir "Spare," and the controversial Netflix docuseries—Charles has every reason to question Harry’s true intentions. The King has made it clear that royal titles and privileges come with responsibility, and stripping Harry of his royal duties was meant to be a permanent decision. Reversing that now could undermine the monarchy’s credibility.
Prince William, for his part, is said to be firmly against any effort to reinstate Harry’s royal title. Having endured the brunt of his brother’s public accusations, William has every reason to resist any move that could allow Harry to exploit his title for future media deals and potential betrayals. If Harry regains his status, what’s to stop him from using it to further capitalize on royal connections?
Harry’s reported return to the UK and his plea to have his title reinstated suggest that life in America has not gone according to plan. The Sussexes' post-royal dream appears to have crumbled, and now Harry is seeking a way back in. But will the royal family grant him what he wants, or will they finally close the door on a prince who once turned his back on them?
One thing is certain—Meghan is unlikely to be pleased with this development. And if history has taught us anything, it’s that when Meghan isn’t happy, drama is never far behind.
