The rich neighbors of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are not putting up with the paparazzi invasion in Montecito. They have reportedly rallied behind the Sussexes to protect them from the tabloid photographers.
According to L.A. Magazine, a piece in the community paper warned the paparazzi in August that Harry and Meghan's neighbors won't tolerate tabloid media tresspassers and their invasive activities. They've vowed to help the Duke and Duchess of Sussex in thwarting these photographers.
Apparently, since the arrival of Harry and Meghan in Montecito, the paparazzi have upped their game as they attempt to catch the pair outdoors for that elusive money shot. Helicopters have been flying over the rich neighborhood, affecting the peace and quiet of the community.
The neighbors are used to these activities since Montecito is also home to so many high-profile personalities like Oprah Winfrey, Arian Grande, Ellen DeGeneres and George Lucas. Some of these stars are tabloid targets as well so they specifically have security officers who know how to fend off the press.
But one of the neighbors revealed that the swarming has not died down just yet. When Winfrey moved to Montecito, the paparazzi was around for two weeks. In due time, the neighbors know that the paparazzi will get bored with Harry and Meghan as well.
So far, however, the paparazzi failed to follow Harry and Meghan as they dropped in for a bite at a local In-N-Out Burger joint. According to royal correspondent Katie Nicholl, the staff at the fast food outlet was "astonished" to serve the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
Nicholl told Entertainment Tonight that Prince Harry is a fan of fast food and burgers so it was not a surprise to learn that he visited In-N-Out Burger with his wife. The royal expert also said that the Sussexes have been exploring Montecito and have been seen out and about in the peaceful enclave.
The pair are also quite aware of the presence of the paparazzi. They've been trying to keep a low profile as they venture outside their $15 million house.
Harry and Meghan have not been seen at local hotspots but they were biking near their home. Sources said that the neighbors don't make a fuss over the Sussexes since they are just one of the many rich and famous people living around town. This is apparently what Prince Harry likes about living in his new city compared to the noise in Los Angeles.
