Prince Harry is finding himself in a tough spot as Meghan Markle pushes forward with her career, leaving the Duke of Sussex seemingly sidelined. With Harry recently announcing his exit from his cherished charity Sentebale, he’s reportedly spending more time at home while Meghan focuses on building her lifestyle brand.
A source speaking to The Sun didn’t hold back, pointing out the awkward dynamic: “First he was a spare to William, now he’s increasingly looking like a spare to Meghan—and it’s not a great look.” The comment highlights how Harry, once the “spare” to his brother Prince William’s “heir,” now appears to be taking a backseat in his own marriage as Meghan’s career takes center stage.
The situation has been complicated by other tensions in Harry’s life. A friend revealed, “A dim view was taken of this, as Piers has clashed with Meghan and Harry in the past,” referring to Harry’s strained relationship with media figures like Piers Morgan, who has been a vocal critic of the couple. The friend also touched on Harry’s deteriorating bond with his cousin, Princess Eugenie, adding, “Eugenie has been supportive of Harry and Meghan for years and was right there at the beginning of their relationship—but it has now soured.”
Prince Harry stepped away from the royal family in 2020 alongside his wife, Meghan Markle, and their son, Prince Archie. The couple later made headlines by accusing the royal family of racism toward their son, airing their grievances publicly on television. Now settled in California, Harry and Meghan have since welcomed their daughter, Princess Lilibet, but their exit from royal life continues to cast a long shadow over Harry’s role and reputation.
