Meghan Markle’s time as a working royal was short-lived, as she and Harry left the UK and the royal family after just a few years. Their departure and the accusations they made against the royals in interviews and Harry’s book “Spare” have led to a strained relationship with the family.
Although Meghan gained public popularity, behind-the-scenes tensions were revealed in 2022 when The London Times’ Valentine Low published claims that the couple bullied their staff, with one employee reportedly “completely destroyed.” Harry and Meghan denied these allegations, but the former Queen’s press secretary, Samantha Cohen, has recently spoken out.
In January 2020, Harry and Meghan announced their decision to step back as senior royals, intending to become financially independent while still supporting the Queen. Initially accepted, their decision became contentious, especially after their explosive Oprah interview, where they accused royals of questioning their son’s skin color and failing to support Meghan’s mental health.
Their Netflix documentary and Harry’s memoir deepened the rift, airing personal grievances and revealing details about their life post-royalty in Montecito, California. The couple’s departure was symbolized by what Harry called the “freedom flight,” marking their break from royal duties and the start of a new chapter.
