Meghan Markle's Royal Rift: Expert Reveals Why a Return to the UK Is Unlikely

Meghan Markle, it seems, is not likely to make a return to the UK anytime soon—an expert claims it's all wrapped up in her ongoing dilemma regarding the Princess of Wales. Ah, the complexities of royal relationships! In the past year, Prince Harry has ventured back to his old stomping grounds several times, including a rather touching appearance at the WellChild Awards just this week. Yet, in these recent jaunts, he’s traveled solo, leaving his wife and their two little ones, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, back in sunny California. It’s enough to make one wonder whether Harry prefers the company of the British Isles over that of his own family.

The last time Meghan graced the British soil was over two years ago, during the somber occasion of the late Queen's passing in September 2022. But, according to royal biographer Andrew Morton, this absence may stretch on indefinitely. Morton—who famously penned Diana: Her True Story with a little help from the late Princess herself—expressed his skepticism about the Sussexes ever returning to live in the UK again. He remarked candidly during a segment on Sky News, “What, and have Meghan Markle curtsying to Kate Middleton? I don't think so. They’ve got their own lives in California.” One can almost hear the sound of champagne flutes clinking in the distance at the thought of such an encounter.

In a twist of irony, Meghan once eloquently described herself and Harry as “salt and pepper”, proclaiming, “We always move together.” Well, clearly that sentiment has taken a backseat recently! The couple’s recent escapades seem to mimic a comedy of errors more than anything else. First, Harry appeared solo at a charity event hosted by Hollywood’s golden boy, Kevin Costner, while Meghan reportedly stayed home, battling some ailment. Shortly after, he jetted off to New York alone for a series of tasks, including addressing a summit for the Clinton Foundation and making a guest appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. It’s almost enough to convince one that he enjoys the solo spotlight.

Now, Harry’s latest solo mission took him back to the UK for a fleeting moment to attend the WellChild Awards before he embarked on yet another trip—this time to Southern Africa. Meanwhile, the question on everyone’s lips is: what’s going on with our beloved Sussexes? Yes, they did enjoy a romantic getaway to Colombia together recently, but the frequency of their separations is raising eyebrows.

Mark Borkowski, a PR expert, suggests there’s a clever strategy at play behind Meghan’s conspicuous absence, particularly from Harry’s royal engagements. He noted to The Telegraph that the couple's “separation of work” has been a long-standing trend, especially with Meghan nurturing her new American Riviera Orchard brand. Borkowski opined that their individual appearances stem from a conscious effort to recalibrate their narrative. Apparently, the “star power” they once believed would guide them into the sunset after their royal exit has been less than dazzling.

He concluded, “They needed a venture that deflects from the failures,” adding that Harry’s charity involvement proves he holds value beyond the scandalous headlines. After all, the public still seems to have a soft spot for him—unless, of course, any new content ideas flop spectacularly, which is a constant possibility in today’s fast-paced media climate.

During his UK visit, Harry did bring a touch of Meghan into the narrative while meeting with a WellChild Award winner, Scarlett Cripps, who was being recognized for her wonderfully uplifting attitude in the face of health challenges. The 10-year-old gifted Harry a collection of crystal hearts—one for each family member, including Meghan! Scarlett’s mother shared that the heartfelt tokens were symbols of love, designed to remind Harry of his family, especially on tough days. How poetic! Harry gratefully accepted the gift, perhaps envisioning a family reunion soon. After all, even in the throes of royal drama, love has a way of shining through.