Duke of Sussex Left the UK Amidst Promises of Stardom, but Portugal Move May Offer a Way Back to Family Ties
Harry, who has embraced a new life in the United States with his family, reportedly left behind his royal duties to pursue Hollywood ambitions, driven by the influence of his wife, Meghan Markle. The Duke of Sussex relocated to the US after Meghan suggested she could transform their lives, promising to make him a star, according to a royal expert.
Tina Brown, a friend of Princess Diana and author of her biography, claimed Meghan played a crucial role in pushing Harry toward this life-changing decision. "She positioned herself as a Hollywood insider who could elevate them to stardom," Brown explained, describing Harry as having followed Meghan “blindly.”
The couple recently purchased a property in Alentejo, Portugal, near Princess Eugenie and her husband, Jack Brooksbank. This move is seen by some as a potential opportunity to keep communication open with the royal family. Hugo Vickers suggested that the couple’s relationship with Eugenie could pave the way for Harry to reconnect with his relatives, especially as their children, Archie and Lilibet, grow up alongside their royal cousins, including the future King.
Despite the potential for reconnection, Svar Nanan-Sen from GB News believes a full return to the UK is unlikely in the near future. Brown echoed the sentiment, portraying Harry as "naive" and comparing his departure to being “a lamb to the slaughter,” led by Meghan’s vision for their future.
While the California-based couple’s new European residence offers a possible pathway to healing family rifts, Harry’s admiration for Meghan and his decision to follow her lead continue to shape their complex journey away from royal life.
