Concerns have been raised about the future of the couple's relationship as they pursue their individual endeavors. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have not been separated for such a significant amount of time since they were engaged.
After a grim-looking appearance at Tyler Perry's birthday party on September 14 alongside Meghan, the prince departed Montecito for a hiking excursion with pals the following day to celebrate his own milestone 40th birthday and hasn't been spotted with her since.
Even more surprising was that he did not name Meghan, who is 43 years old, in his birthday thank you message. Subsequently, when he showed up for Kevin Costner's fundraiser a week later without Meghan, who was apparently "sick," rumors reached a fever pitch that the couple's marriage had gone backward.
"This hasn't been a good year for them," an insider told Woman's Day Australia. "Everything they touch has gone wrong and reached boiling point.”
The headlines she received about being a "dictator in heels" and ranting at florists would have been enough to drive anyone to the final point of no return.
On the other hand, the numerous health shocks that have emerged from the palace over the past year have helped to put things into perspective for Prince Harry. His and Meghan's worries appeared illogical and unfounded almost immediately after they were expressed.
"I also don't think it's a coincidence that getting his inheritance has given him the courage to really step up. And you can see how happy he is it's like old Prince Harry the larrikin's back! The smile's reaching his eyes for the first time in years," the insider claimed.
From going to a tattoo shop in New York to having lunch with Princess Senate Seeiso of Lesotho in South Africa, a trip that he unexpectedly extended last week, there is little doubt that Harry appeared to be at ease with the idea of traveling by himself, Live Mint reported. At the WellChild Awards in London, he even dared to go up to his old party friend, the British television presenter Gaby Roslin, and hug her while they were both on stage.
Attending made Prince Harry appear absolutely delighted. According to the informant, Prince Harry is clearly becoming more self-reliant now that he is 40 years old. Back in London, it's all anybody can speak about. He appears to be back to his former self, which validates our concerns about his unpleasant time in California.
Not only that, but it appears that Meghan is doing the same thing. She recently walked the red carpet at a fundraiser for the Los Angeles Children's Hospital, wearing an old outfit that she had worn during more carefree times with Harry, as per The Kit.
According to the source, Meghan will not remain at home and be perceived as a destitute spouse. He needs to "do his thing," and she knows it. It is highly probable that he has donned trousers while at home.
Meghan has intelligence. Even though she's being publicly criticised and everyone is rooting for Harry, she knows that a red dress will make an impression on him that he can't ignore. They have overcome many obstacles as a family, and she is still his children's mother.
Business Times has reached out to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle for comments.