Prince Harry has reportedly been reaching out to his former friends in the U.K., signaling increasing dissatisfaction with his current life in California. The Duke of Sussex, who relocated to the United States with Meghan Markle in 2020, appears to be grappling with a sense of isolation and discontent, prompting him to rekindle relationships with old acquaintances from his royal past.
According to The Sun, an unnamed source revealed that Prince Harry's discontent has driven him to reconnect with friends from his earlier years. “Harry is feeling more and more isolated in California, which is why he has been reconnecting with old friends back home,” the source disclosed. This move comes after the couple's significant departure from royal duties and their previous social circles in the U.K.
The rekindling of these friendships reportedly followed Prince Harry's recent return to the U.K. to attend the memorial service for his uncle, Lord Robert Fellowes. His decision to reconnect with these acquaintances appears to be a response to the growing sense of disconnection and dissatisfaction that has characterized his life in the U.S.
In addition, a recent trip to Colombia underscored the couple's contrasting experiences and public personas. According to the source, “The Colombia trip also really highlighted how Meghan is comfortable stepping into the spotlight, while Harry cuts a very sulky, unhappy figure in the background.” This assessment is supported by observations made by True Royalty TV's "The Royal Beat" and The Sun’s royal editor, Matt Wilkinson, who noted a disparity between the official press images and those captured by bystanders. Wilkinson remarked, “When you saw the footage filmed by people at the dinners or people who were there that weren't part of this press pool, they showed a slightly different picture. Harry looked a little bit grumpy.”
This discontent is further emphasized by reports that Prince Harry has been actively seeking advice from former aides and friends to improve his public image and possibly find a path back into the royal fold. According to the Daily Mail, “He is clearly reaching out thinking, ‘I need to do something different because what I'm doing is clearly not working.’ In short, he is rethinking the way he operates.”
The Duke's apparent struggle with his new life in California has been contrasted with the more visible and confident demeanor of Meghan Markle, who has seamlessly adapted to public engagements and media appearances. The stark contrast has reportedly further highlighted Harry's growing sense of unease and dissatisfaction with his current situation.
In a broader context, the royal insider's observations and the increasing scrutiny of Prince Harry's demeanor reflect ongoing public interest in the dynamics of the Sussexes' life post-royal duties. The couple's efforts to establish a new identity and influence, particularly in the U.S., have been met with various challenges, including the perceived disconnection from their previous support networks and roles.