As the couple leave full-time royal life, they have vowed to forgo public funding. But a pledge by Prince Charles to help support them has put a spotlight on his own sources of wealth, including a billion-pound real estate conglomerate.
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Harry and Meghan’s Hard Exit
The couple’s wish to carve out more “progressive” roles has led to the loss of perks, privileges and titles.
Harry and Meghan Give Up Royal Titles and Forgo State Funding
An agreement represents one of the most dramatic ruptures within the British royal family since King Edward VIII abdicated the throne in 1936 to marry an American woman, Wallis Simpson.
In Statement, Queen ‘Supportive’ of Prince Harry and Meghan’s ‘New Life’
While long-term arrangements will take time to settle, the queen wants final decisions to be reached “in the coming days.”
Buckingham Palace in Emergency Session to Resolve Harry and Meghan Crisis
Everyone involved wants a quick resolution, but they have to be wary of setting precedents that could harm the monarchy.
Going Rogue: Prince Harry and Meghan Caught the Palace Off Guard
The queen had yet to give her approval to their idea of becoming part-time royals, but word of the plan was about to leak.
Queen’s Christmas Message Acknowledges a ‘Bumpy’ Year for U.K.
Queen Elizabeth II, whose public statements tend to avoid controversy or specifics, is expected to hint at the tumult for the royal family and the nation.
Prince Philip Is Admitted to Hospital for ‘Precautionary Measures’
The 98-year-old husband of Queen Elizabeth II retired from public life in 2017.
Prince Philip Is Hospitalized
The 98-year-old husband of Queen Elizabeth II retired from public life in 2017.
Queen’s Speech Promises Brexit Soon, and Ambitious Domestic Agenda
To deliver what British prime minister Boris Johnson calls the “people’s priorities,” sharp spending increases are promised for health care and the police.