Prince Harry Was on an 8-Day Trip Without His Wife Meghan Markle Here's Why
Prince Harry recently attended a series of public events without Meghan Markle by his side. These solo appearances have sparked curiosity about potential changes in his role and personal life. According to royal experts, there's an unexpected reason behind the Duke of Sussex's choice to fly solo.
Following a widely documented rift within the British royal family, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex left the UK to build a new life in North America, making public appearances as a united front.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex during their visit to Nigeria on May 12, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
However, Prince Harry recently attended several high-profile events without his wife by his side. Royal experts have weighed in, offering surprising insights into why the Duke of Sussex opted to go alone for these recent events.
Meanwhile, social media users have also shared their views, with many suggesting that Prince Harry should continue making appearances without Meghan Markle more often.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Departure
In January 2020, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex made headlines with their announcement that they would step back from their roles as senior members of the royal family.
In a statement, Prince Harry and Markle expressed their desire to work towards financial independence while continuing to honor their commitment to Queen Elizabeth II.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex during a walkabout as they visited a new sculpture in Hamilton Square on January 14, 2019. | Source: Getty Images
The couple explained that they planned to divide their time between the UK and North America, intending to provide their son, Archie, with an appreciation for his royal heritage and the space to lead a more private life.
However, the decision reportedly blindsided the royal family. Neither Queen Elizabeth II nor Prince William had been consulted before the public announcement, leaving Buckingham Palace "disappointed" and senior royals "hurt" by the couple's abrupt exit.
The announcement came after months of intense media scrutiny, during which the Duke and Duchess had openly discussed their struggles with the pressure of the spotlight. Their decision to step back, posted on their Instagram page, signaled a dramatic shift in the royal dynamic.
After their departure, the tension within the royal family only escalated. Prince Harry's memoir, "Spare," revealed the extent of the rift between him and his brother, Prince William.The book detailed heated arguments, including a physical altercation, which reportedly left a lasting sore spot for Prince William and Princess Kate. While Prince Harry emphasized that his intent was never to harm his family, he made it clear that the deep-rooted pain between him and his brother had been festering for years.
Reflecting on their relationship, Prince Harry stated, "There has been a lot of pain between the two of us, especially the last six years. None of anything I've written, anything that I've included is ever intended to hurt my family."
"But it does give a full picture of the situation as we were growing up, and also squashes this idea that somehow my wife was the one that destroyed the relationship between these two brothers," the Duke continued.
As the rift grew deeper, Prince Harry explained in his memoir that he and Markle left the UK for their "sanity and physical safety," adding that he wasn't sure at the time when they would return.
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