Former Vanity Fair editor Tina Brown has stirred controversy by labeling Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as financially challenged, despite their reported $20 million net worth.
In a scathing critique, Tina described the couple’s lavish Montecito, California mansion as a modest cottage, casting doubt on their ability to keep up with the Hollywood elite.
Speculations are rife that Meghan and Harry are exploring new real estate options in the exclusive Hope Ranch neighborhood, just a stone’s throw away from their current residence.
Dismissing the notion, Tina derided the Sussexes as D-listers, asserting their financial inadequacy compared to their affluent California peers, as reported by the Daily Mail.
The zip code inhabited by Meghan and Harry reads like a who’s who of Hollywood’s wealthiest, with neighbors boasting fortunes in the hundreds of millions.
Among their high-profile acquaintances are billionaires such as Oprah Winfrey, whom they collaborated with in a groundbreaking 2021 TV interview, and power couple Jay-Z and Beyoncé, whom they crossed paths with at the Lion King premiere in London back in 2019.
Tina emphasized the stark contrast between the Sussexes’ lifestyle and that of the super-rich, highlighting the vast wealth gap that sets them apart.
According to her, their $14 million abode in Montecito pales in comparison to the opulent residences of their affluent neighbors.
The future looks uncertain for the royal couple, particularly with Harry’s lucrative book deal now shrouded in uncertainty.
Initially offered a staggering $40 million for a three-book deal, Harry’s plans to release his first book by late 2022 have hit a snag following the Queen’s passing on September 8th.
Tina expressed skepticism about the book’s fate, suggesting that the tell-all memoir may never see the light of day, leaving Harry liable to repay a substantial advance to the publishing house.
The decision to offer discounted pre-orders for Prince Harry’s forthcoming memoir has raised eyebrows in literary circles, with industry experts questioning the move’s implications.
Penguin Random House recently unveiled details of Prince Harry’s highly anticipated memoir titled “Spare,” slated for a global release on January 10th next year.
However, the revelation of discounted pre-order prices both in the UK and the US has sparked concerns about the book’s reception and long-term success.
Literary agent Peter Cox voiced reservations about the aggressive pricing strategy, hinting at potential repercussions for the book’s market positioning.
As retailers slash prices on the memoir even before its official launch, doubts linger about the sustainability of this promotional approach and its impact on the book’s commercial viability.
