Since the 2020 Sandringham decision that rules out a “half in, half out” role, Harry and Meghan insist they can still serve. Harry told a forum he won’t accept the “not a working royal” label and spoke about his military and humanitarian work; Meghan mingled with community groups and appeared at a paid women’s retreat with VIP packages.
Their independence has deepened tensions with palace ranks—William reportedly sees their model as nonnegotiable—yet friends say the pair remain united, focused on family life in California and building projects from documentaries to a first-look deal and Meghan’s lifestyle brand.