Diverging Professional Paths Create Tensions Amid Separate Ventures
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s shift toward separate professional pursuits is reportedly causing tension, particularly for the Duchess of Sussex, as the couple navigates their post-royal careers.
While Harry focuses on charity work and high-profile solo engagements, Meghan is pursuing commercial projects and stepping into the Hollywood spotlight. This week highlights their contrasting paths, with Harry attending an event in New York while Meghan appears at a separate event in California.
Royal commentator Paula Froelich told The Daily Beast that the strategy seems to benefit Harry more than Meghan. "It’s working for the Duke, but not for the Duchess," she explained, warning that Meghan risks being “constantly upstaged” by Harry’s impactful work and public attention.
Public relations expert Norah Lawlor raised concerns about the potential long-term effects of their separate branding, suggesting that distinct "Harry" and "Meghan" ventures could widen the divide in their goals and mindset.
Despite these challenges, royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams expressed optimism about Meghan’s future, predicting that she could eventually outshine Harry and become the more prominent of the two.
The Sussexes have been exploring solo projects since stepping down from royal duties in 2020. Their debut Netflix series, Harry & Meghan, broke streaming records, but their subsequent focus on individual content for the platform underscores their evolving career strategies.
As the couple adapts to life beyond the royal spotlight, balancing individual successes with shared goals remains a critical challenge in their new chapter.
