Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, once the beloved Duke and Duchess of Sussex, have recently been at the center of media attention, not for their royal ties, but for their professional aspirations. Recent reports suggest that the couple might be at odds over their future endeavors, with Meghan keen on advancing her brand while Harry seems more inclined towards charity work and family.
The Sussexes, who once captivated audiences worldwide with their tell-all interviews, have faced a series of setbacks in their professional journey. Their Hollywood aspirations, which began with much fanfare, have seen some turbulence. Their association with Spotify, for instance, came to an abrupt end in June, leading many to question the viability of their Archewell company. This move by Spotify was a significant blow to their ambitions, and the couple has since been reevaluating their approach to the entertainment world. An insider mentioned, "Harry and Meghan are retooling, retrenching and preparing to change course in their efforts to establish themselves and their production company Archewell as serious players across multi-media platforms."
While the Spotify contract ended, Meghan is reportedly exploring opportunities with Amazon's Audible, pitching ideas like "Archetypes" and Archewell audio. Sources suggest that this could lead to a lucrative deal, potentially even surpassing the one with Spotify. The prospect of such a partnership has drawn comparisons with other prominent figures like Michelle and Barack Obama, who have also collaborated with the platform.
However, the couple's vision for the future seems to diverge. An anonymous source revealed to Woman Magazine, as cited by GB News, that there's a palpable feeling of difference in their aspirations. "There's very much a feeling that Harry wants to concentrate on charity work and his family, while Meghan is much more concentrated on moving her brand forward," the insider shared. This sentiment was echoed by royal expert Angela Levin, who commented on the claims, stating, "surely she always has." Another royal enthusiast chimed in, suggesting that Meghan has always been self-focused and that Prince Harry was merely a means to an end she couldn't achieve independently.
The couple's professional endeavors have also led to speculations about potential collaborations. There are whispers in the entertainment industry about a possible alliance between the Sussexes and the Kardashian-Jenner clan. An insider shared, "Meghan is having her moment in the sun, but the Kardashians have been going for over 15 years now. If Meghan is being seen at events with them in L.A. then it's probably not too big a leap before they get her to sign a release and be on camera, even briefly."
Despite the speculations and the challenges, Meghan and Harry remain resilient. Meghan's recent signing with WME suggests that she might be returning to her roots as a lifestyle blogger, with reports indicating she applied to trademark her erstwhile blog, The Tig. However, sources close to the couple emphasize that Meghan's focus will be more on charitable initiatives, speaking engagements, endorsements, and appearances, rather than pursuing a career in acting.
As the Sussexes navigate these professional waters, their journey continues to captivate audiences worldwide, with many waiting to see what the next chapter holds for the royal couple.
