Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, has taken an extreme step in response to King Charles' shocking decision to evict him and his wife, Meghan Markle, from their UK residence, Frogmore Cottage. According to royal author Angela Levin, the prince has declared America as his primary residence due to his anger with the UK and the royal family.
In a recent update to his official business records, Harry made it clear that he no longer lives in the UK, changing his country of residence on the same day he left Frogmore Cottage in Windsor. Levin, speaking with GB News, described the move as a "huge change" for the royal, stating that his "obligations to Britain are far fewer and diminishing as we speak."
The eviction from Frogmore Cottage came as a surprise to the Sussexes, who had rented the property from the late Queen Elizabeth II. Levin claimed that the Queen had initially considered moving Prince Andrew into the cottage, as he did not require a large mansion. However, while the move "didn't work" for Prince Andrew, it "did work for Prince Harry," who subsequently relocated to California with Meghan.
Levin asserted that following the developments surrounding Harry's security arrangements in the UK, the prince is "furious" and feels he has been "badly treated." When asked if Harry's decision signaled his acceptance of his new life in California, Levin disagreed, stating, "I think he's so angry with us in the UK, so angry with his family, it's the sort of remains of Spare where he feels he's just been so badly treated. And I think it's a nasty thing to do."
The royal author also predicted that Prince Harry could face further consequences due to his move, particularly regarding his role as a Counsellor of State. Levin explained that there must be four Counsellors of State, chosen by hierarchy, and they must have a home in the UK. She added that the decision would make it more difficult for Harry to receive police protection when he visits the country, as he may no longer be considered an English citizen.
Respected royal photographer Arthur Edwards, who has been photographing the royal family since 1977, weighed in on Harry's decision, claiming that the prince has "burnt his bridges" for good by renouncing his British residency. Edwards told The Sun that the loss of Frogmore Cottage was likely "a very small part of it, probably an excuse when he left the UK to make his home in North America."
Edwards expressed sadness over the situation, saying, "By signing this document saying he's now a resident of the US, he's probably burnt his bridges but I live in hope. I loved working with him. I thought he was someone really special." The photographer acknowledged that while some may say "good riddance" due to the tension Harry has caused within the royal family, he remains hopeful for a potential reconciliation, likening the prince to the prodigal son.
Since their relocation to the US in 2020, Harry and Meghan have been living in Montecito, California, with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. The couple lost their bid for taxpayer-funded UK security protection, meaning they will now have to pay out of pocket for their security when traveling to the UK.
Despite the challenges and tensions with the royal family, Harry has expressed his love for life in California during a recent interview on "Good Morning America." When asked about the possibility of becoming an official US citizen, the prince said, "The thought has crossed my mind, but not a high priority right now."
