Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex are currently in Los Angeles, avoiding the spotlight and planning their next move. The two made a very public outing of the royal family earlier this year, and moved to California not long afterward, following tabloid scrutiny and media speculation.
There have been many rumors about Prince Harry and Meghan’s upcoming moves, and what their next big project will be. But as the public waits to see what will happen, sources reveal some surprising news about the couple’s last days in the royal ranks, and what they did to separate from other royals such as Prince William, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and even Queen Elizabeth.
Meghan was criticized for her spending habits
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From the beginning, Meghan’s entry into the royal family was not well received. The tabloids published stories that constantly portrayed the Duchess of Sussex in a negative light, criticizing everything from her family history to some of her acting roles on the B list. While many of these stories were petty in nature and not based not at all, a story that gained a lot of traction was the one involving Meghan’s quirky spending habits.
Meghan reportedly spent more money on clothing than any other royalty, including Kate. Her maternity wardrobe, in particular, was filled with designer dresses and custom pieces, and Meghan was never seen in any way other than the latest fashion. In fact, her maternity wardrobe cost seven times more than Kate’s. She also received criticism for her expensive baby showers, one of which allegedly cost around $ 200,000.
Prince Harry and Meghan were beaten by palace critics
Meghan was not the only one to receive criticism for her spending habits. Prince Harry, once known as the most familiar member of the royal family, was embroiled in controversy when he and Meghan decided to move their home to Frogmore Cottage, a ten-room estate located in a more secluded spot on the grounds of the palace.
Prince Harry and Meghan had planned to move to Frogmore before the birth of their son, Archie Harrison. However, they did a long list of renovations before moving out. It was the expensive renovations that caused the public to struggle with their spending.
The royal couple reportedly had a long list of expensive upgrades to the house, including adding a home yoga studio and repainting the nursery with eco-paint. In general, taxpayers who were responsible for covering a portion of the renovation costs were not thrilled.
Did Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s expenses upset the other royals?
Despite Prince Harry and Meghan leaving their roles as royalty in the spring, their spending is still in the headlines. According to a recent report, it was his expenses that caused a huge rift with the rest of the royal family.
Two investigative journalists stated: “Harry’s [spending] the transformation is revealed to be one of the fundamental factors behind the deep rift that opened between him and his brother, Prince William. “The report states that, in addition to the costs of renovations of their homes and the maternity wardrobe of Meghan, Prince Harry, and his wife spent a lot of money for spa sessions, massages, and private jets.
The report claims that the rest of the royalty, including Prince William and Queen Elizabeth, were upset and upset by the couple’s expenses. After all, the royal family is known for its restraint.
According to the report: “The fact that Meghan splashed so much cash set alarm bells ringing with the traditionally conservative Queen Elizabeth. Growing up in war left the monarch with a built-in sense of frugality and economy, despite being one of the wealthiest women of the world “.
While the royal family has not weighed in on the report, this latest report aligns with what has been reported for months about the budget and spending habits of Prince Harry and Meghan.
