Meghan Markle, the former Duchess of Sussex, has always been a woman with ambitious goals and dreams. After stepping down from her royal duties alongside Prince Harry in 2020, the couple sought a more private life away from the constant tabloid attention. However, according to royal commentator Jane Barr, Meghan may have actually desired more spotlight, contrary to popular belief.
Barr suggests that Meghan, with her successful acting career prior to meeting Harry, may have wanted to take her HRH title and become a superstar in her own right on the international stage. This desire for independence and autonomy from the control of the Crown could explain Meghan’s ventures into various sectors post-royalty, including launching a new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, and working on new OTT shows.
Comparing Meghan’s aspirations to the quiet lives led by Prince Harry’s cousins, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, Barr notes that Meghan may not have been content with a more subdued existence. Despite Harry’s frustrations as the spare heir, he has always held a senior position in the royal family compared to his cousins, who have faded into the background over the years.
As Meghan and Harry continue to carve out their own path post-royalty, it is clear that Meghan’s dreams of becoming a superstar in her own right remain unfulfilled. With her determination and drive, it will be interesting to see how Meghan continues to make her mark on the world stage.