As Prince Harry approaches his 40th birthday on September 15th, plans are in motion for a private celebration.
However, there’s a twist—Meghan Markle reportedly won’t be by his side for the festivities.
Instead, the Duke of Sussex is set to embark on a lads’ getaway with his close friends, leaving Meghan at home to care for their children, Archie and Lilibet.
The weekend is expected to kick off at Harry’s lavish mansion in Montecito, California, before the group heads out for some fun.
While they still hold their titles as Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Harry and Meghan made headlines in 2020 when they stepped back from royal duties and relocated to the U.S.
Since then, Harry has been grappling with feelings of discontent about life outside the UK.
Sources close to the Sussexes suggest that Harry feels increasingly isolated in California.
This sense of loneliness has prompted him to reconnect with old friends back in the UK.
Recently, a trip to Colombia revealed some underlying tensions, as Harry appeared withdrawn and unhappy, highlighting Meghan’s discomfort with the public eye.
Despite these challenges, Harry seems eager to find a way back into royal life in the UK.
He’s reportedly seeking advice from old friends and acquaintances about re-entering that world.
While some speculate that he’s lost his direction, others argue that he enjoys making solo visits to his homeland, even if Meghan remains hesitant about returning to the UK.
Harry’s relationship with the royal family is still fraught with unresolved issues.
In his memoir, “Spare,” he opens up about growing up in the public eye, his struggles with substance use, and a particularly intense argument with his brother, William.
During this confrontation, William allegedly described Meghan in unflattering terms, leading to a physical altercation that left Harry on the ground.
Royal biographer Angela Levin, known for her critical stance on the Sussexes, has suggested that Harry may not even be the “spare” in his marriage, implying that Meghan doesn’t treat him well.
She pointed out that during their public appearances in Colombia and Africa, Harry often seemed sidelined, raising eyebrows among observers.
