Meghan Markle, the former Duchess of Sussex, had dreams of becoming a superstar with a royal title after exiting the UK, unlike her husband Prince Harry’s cousins, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie. Despite stepping down from their royal duties in 2020, Meghan and Harry have been busy with various projects, including launching a new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, and working on new OTT shows.
According to royal commentator Jane Barr, Meghan may have desired more spotlight after leaving the palace, considering her successful acting career prior to meeting Harry. Barr suggests that Meghan wanted to take her HRH title and be a superstar on the international stage, separate from the control of the Crown.
In contrast, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie lead relatively low-key lives, avoiding the spotlight despite their royal lineage. Barr believes that Meghan would not have been content with the quiet lives of Harry’s cousins, as she had ambitious goals in mind.
Despite Harry’s frustrations about being the spare heir, Barr points out that he has always been senior to his cousins in terms of royal status and treatment. As the son of the future King, Harry had a different relationship with the Crown compared to his cousins, who started as secondary royals and faded over the years.
Overall, Meghan’s desire to be a superstar with a royal title sets her apart from Harry’s cousins, who have chosen to lead more private lives away from the spotlight.