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Sky News AU
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
'You'd think they'd go first for the edible flower arranger': Harry and Meghan slammed for 'insane' decision to let go of PR team and six other staff members as couple rein in spending
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly let go of several staff members, including their key communications personnel, in an effort to save some money. The Sussexes parted ways with six employees in June, including their two in-house PR reps, US-based deputy press secretary Kyle Boulia and UK press officer Charlie Gipson, according to Page Six. Speaking on Sky News Australia, contributor Louise Roberts said the shake-up appears to come down to "cash concerns". "Despite the fact that they live in this huge mansion and they got a big wad of cash from Spotify, Netflix, and everything else, apparently they're having to count the pennies," Roberts said. "And they've got rid of their comms team, which is just insane- you'd think they'd go first for the edible flower arranger. "Surely their role is limited to an extent, whereas their comms person is rather critical." Page Six reports that since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, Harry and Meghan have now cycled through at least 25 staff members, with some of those exits yet to be publicly revealed. "The Sussexes cycle through staff as quickly as normal people cycle through toilet paper," a source told the outlet. "They're going through them like knickers," The Royal Report host Caroline Di Russo added. The latest departures come despite the former royals bringing on board Meredith Kendall Maines as their new Chief Communications Officer earlier this year. A source familiar with the couple's inner workings told HELLO! in June, "Something tells me there will be another change in the future. Meghan and Harry have hired some of the most incredible people at the top of their fields, yet somehow none of them ever work out." Harry and Meghan, who live in a USD $27 million mansion in Montecito, California, have spent the past few years building their brand through a range of high-profile media deals. Their tie-ups with Netflix and Spotify reportedly brought in tens of millions, with hits like their 'Harry & Meghan' docuseries and lifestyle show 'With Love, Meghan', which coincided with the launch of the former actress' lifestyle brand As Ever. However, other projects such as Heart of Invictus and Polo drew far less buzz, and Netflix is now said to be favouring "first-look" deals over sweeping multi-million-dollar contracts, meaning any renewal with the couple could come with a lower price tag. That may pose a challenge for the pair, who are believed to face a mounting list of expenses, from a USD$2 million annual security bill to the upkeep of their Archewell Foundation, production companies, and staff at their sprawling Montecito estate. Property records show they took out a USD$9.5 million mortgage on their home, to be repaid by 2050, and are also on the hook for annual property taxes totalling around USD$288,000. It's understood the Sussexes also personally fund a portion of their self-styled "quasi-royal tours" which have included visits to Nigeria and Colombia. They've also faced mounting legal bills from various court cases, including Prince Harry's recent legal battle over his UK security arrangements- a fight that has reportedly cost both him and British taxpayers a combined USD $2.7 million, according to the Daily Mail. The Duke is expected to shoulder a significant share of the cost, potentially as much as USD $1.9 million. has contacted the Sussexes' representatives for comment.
The Irish Sun
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Fresh sign Harry and Meghan have split professionally as details of Duchess' new Netflix deal revealed
MEGHAN is set to land a Netflix deal for a third series of her lifestyle show — but Prince Harry will not be in it. The TV streaming giant's boss Ted Sarandos plans to feature only the duchess — and he even calls her the 'rock star', sources say. Advertisement 2 Prince Harry will not be in the new series Credit: The Mega Agency Despite her The second series — with no Harry or their children A source told The Sun on Sunday: 'The relationship between Netflix and Meghan goes far deeper than many people realise.' Sarandos has a weekend home near the Sussexes in Montecito, California, and recently said: 'I think Meghan is underestimated in terms of her influence on culture. Advertisement Read More on Royals "People are fascinated with Meghan Markle.' The initial Netflix deal was with both But he turned up for only a few minutes in the final episode of the first series. The Sussexes have been approached for comment. Advertisement Most read in Royals 2 Meghan is set to land a Netflix deal for a third series of her lifestyle show — but Prince Harry will not be in it Credit: Getty Meghan Markle shares new video of her mixing pots while dancing in kitchen ahead of As Ever product launch Meghan Markle's ventures after stepping down as a working royal THE Duchess of Sussex has kept busy since stepping down as a senior working royal in 2020 and relocating to California. Here are some of her business ventures... Archewell Foundation – A nonprofit supporting charitable initiatives. Netflix Deal – Producing content like Harry & Meghan and With Love, Meghan . Archetypes Podcast – Former Spotify show on female stereotypes. Clevr Blends – Investment in a women-owned wellness latte brand. Cesta Collective – Minority stake in a handbag brand supporting Rwandan artisans. As Ever – Previously known as American Riviera Orchard lifestyle brand selling jam. ShopMy Page – Online store featuring her curated fashion and beauty items. New Podcast – Confessions of a Female Founder focusing on entrepreneurship.
Daily Mirror
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Meghan Markle reveals real reason behind her sweet nickname for Prince Harry
Meghan Markle has revealed the heartwarming reason behind her one-word nickname for Prince Harry, explaining how they kept their relationship a secret by referring to each other in "code" Meghan Markle has opened up on the meaning behind her one-letter nickname for Prince Harry – and it has a heartwarming connection to the beginnings of their relationship. Over the years royal fans have noticed how the Duchess of Sussex has often referred to Prince Harry using a sweet pet name made up of just one letter. Back in 2019, Meghan, 43, first let slip that she referred to her husband simply by the letter 'H' while on an official royal tour of Southern Africa during an interview with ITV. Three years later, the nickname resurfaced during the pair's six-part Netflix docuseries Harry & Meghan. And now, during an appearance on The Jamie Kern Lima show podcas t, Meghan has revealed the reason she refers to her husband using one initial. 'Your close friends and family, so many of them call you 'M' and Harry 'H'. How did that start? And tell me about that,' asked host Jamie. In response, the Duchess of Sussex explained that its origins are rooted in the early days of her relationship with Prince Harry. Before the pair's romance was made public, Meghan and Prince Harry used 'code' to keep things under wraps, with this extending to how they referred to one another too. 'Probably at the beginning of us dating, when everything was in code. People didn't know we were dating for, talk about memory lane, so long ago. I mean, it'll be our seven-year wedding anniversary soon. I couldn't tell anyone who I was dating, and who was keeping [the secret], so I think we were just on a letter basis,' she said. However, what began as a way of keeping their relationship a secret soon became the norm and 'it stuck'. Now they'll use the nicknames even when they're with friends or on a playdate with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. 'I like it. I love nicknames,' added Meghan. As well as 'H', Meghan has previously revealed that she has Prince Harry listed on her phone as 'Prince Haz', a name he was known by to the friend who originally set them up. However, Harry has made it clear that the nickname 'Haz' is reserved for Meghan alone, with him once jokingly telling James Corden not to use it. During an appearance on The Late Late Show With James Corden in 2021, James joked: 'Haz? I didn't know we were calling you 'Haz' now.' In response, Harry laughed: 'You're not my wife.' Prince Harry's name itself is even a nickname. When he was born in 1984 he was christened Henry Charles Albert David, though many royal fans have only recently made the discovery. 'PRINCE HARRYS REAL NAME IS HENRY?? wtf,' one person wrote on X. 'PRINCE HARRYS REAL NAME IS H E N R Y?,' said another. Get Royal Family updates straight to your WhatsApp! As the royals get back to their normal duties after a difficult year, the Mirror has launched its very own Royal WhatsApp community where you'll get all the latest news on the UK's most famous family. We'll send you the latest breaking updates and exclusives all directly to your phone. Users must download or already have WhatsApp on their phones to join in. All you have to do to join is click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! We may also send you stories from other titles across the Reach group. We will also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
South China Morning Post
12-04-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Who is Prince Harry's friend, Lord Vivian – and why did the Duke of Sussex miss his wedding? The PR expert often travelled to Botswana with the royal, and attended his and Meghan Markle's 2018 nuptial
Prince Harry has been causing a stir again, after it was revealed that he didn't attend one of his closest friend's weddings in London over the weekend. Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, was in London for a court hearing around the time of his close friend's wedding, but didn't attend. Photo: Reuters His pal, Lord Charles Vivian, confirmed that the Duke of Sussex had indeed been invited to his nuptials, but wasn't able to go. When asked by the Daily Mail's Richard Eden why the duke couldn't attend, Lord Vivian said: 'I don't know. He has a lot on.' Advertisement Harry, who is now based in California with his wife Meghan Markle , had been in the UK for a court appeal over his security arrangements at the time of the wedding, per People magazine. A source told the magazine that he didn't join the wedding as he was unable to get security for his visit to the nation. Lord Vivian, 58, tied the knot with his wife Saweda Kamara at Chelsea Old Town Hall in London on Saturday. He was among the guests at Prince Harry's 2018 wedding to Markle Here's what we know about him. Lord Vivian has a noteworthy lineage Lord Vivian (second left) and Prince Harry (centre) let their hair down after a formal event. Photo: Netflix Lord Vivian's full name is Lord Charles Crespigny Hussey Vivian, also known as the 7th Baron Vivian. He was featured in a group photo depicting Harry's 'band of brothers' in the Netflix series, Harry & Meghan. He works in PR Lord Charles Crespigny Hussey Vivian, better known as Lord Vivian. Photo: Charles Vivian/LinkedIn Lord Vivian is a prominent player in the PR world, according to the Daily Mail. He currently works as a partner at Tavistock PR, with a focus on Africa.
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Meghan welcomes readers to ‘feeling of my home' in first newsletter
The Duchess of Sussex has welcomed readers to the 'feeling of my home' as she shared the first newsletter for her new lifestyle brand. Meghan officially launched her As Ever brand earlier this week just hours after her series With Love, Meghan began on Netflix. Writing in the newsletter, she told readers that 'small yet meaningful moments of connection are where we can all find the magic in the everyday'. 'When I think of the things I look forward to most, I usually find them in the unexpected, in the thoughtful gesture, in the small details that show care,' Meghan said. Products advertised in the newsletter include shortbread cookie mix with flower sprinkles that 'remind me of my time in England', and crepe mix 'inspired by my time visiting France as a student'. 'The single dahlia hand-plucked from your garden and shared with a friend instead of the grandeur of a large bouquet,' the newsletter continued. 'The simplicity of a grilled cheese sandwich cut into small triangles and dunked into tomato soup with your kids. Or one of my favourites – making breakfast for dinner. 'Those small yet meaningful moments of connection are where we can all find the magic in the everyday. 'They say it's the thought that counts,' she writes, 'but I would go a step further – it's the thought that counts the most.' Meghan's updated website revealed her first products were raspberry jam, and the flower sprinkles she repeatedly promotes throughout the show. Her new eight-part series, which sees the former Suits actress give hosting tips and cooking with her celebrity friends, has been savaged by critics. The Duke of Sussex makes just one appearance at the end of the final episode when he joins Meghan, her mother Doria Ragland and friends for an outdoor celebratory brunch. The show is being viewed as a make-or-break moment for the Sussexes, who signed a multimillion-pound deal with Netflix in 2020, with their most successful output being their controversial Harry & Meghan documentary, which features accusations against the royal family. The duchess renamed her lifestyle brand As Ever, switching from the name American Riviera Orchard just weeks before the launch after facing trademarking setbacks, with Netflix now a new partner in her business. As Ever trademark applications include a vast range of products from shower gels, incense, pet shampoo and gardening trowels to cutlery, stationery, diaries, paper party decorations, wrapping paper, ornamental non-precious stones, bird houses, honey stirrers, jams, marmalades and tea sets. Before marrying Harry, Meghan closed down her lifestyle website called The Tig.
