Prince Harry is said to be frustrated with the pressures of the entertainment industry and reportedly ready to step away from Hollywood, while Meghan Markle remains determined to continue producing projects despite setbacks with Netflix.

Sources say Meghan is focused on moving forward with new ideas and leaning on her industry connections, while Harry appears more comfortable concentrating on Invictus and charitable work.

Meanwhile, royal commentators are mocking Meghan’s planned appearance at a luxury women’s retreat in Australia, comparing the event to a Comic-Con style meet-and-greet after reports that guests may pay around $1,700 for photos and access.And could a new dramatization of the Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor scandal be coming to television?

Insiders say studios are exploring projects connected to The Crown brand, a possibility that reportedly has Prince William furious.If you enjoy royal drama, check out our podcast series Crown and Controversy, often described as picking up where The Crown left off. You may also want to try Palace Intrigue Presents: King William, a fictional look at the future of the monarchy.

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Royal author Tom Bower claims Prince Andrew was recently approached about voluntarily removing himself from the line of succession, describing it as “the cleanest solution” to an ongoing constitutional dilemma.

At the same time, reports suggest a widening investigation tied to Jeffrey Epstein—codenamed “Operation Ironville”—is examining what former staff and protection officers may have known. One source said, “Anyone who worked closely around Andrew Windsor is running scared right now.”

The report claims investigators are reviewing past trips and witness accounts, with insiders suggesting the scale of the operation indicates a complex and expanding inquiry.
Andrew’s legal position remains uncertain. Legal expert Simarjot Singh Judge noted, “The criminal law sets out precise legal definitions and evidential thresholds. If those elements are not met, then there is simply no basis for prosecution.”

Meanwhile, Andrew’s day-to-day life is described as increasingly restricted, with one insider claiming he spends much of his time “just getting up and wandering around in his pyjamas… binge watching shows on Netflix.”

Removal vans have also been spotted at his new residence, Marsh Farm, raising questions about the movement of valuable items from Royal Lodge.

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We continue our deep dive into Variety’s explosive report on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, focusing on what happened after the success of Harry & Meghan — and why momentum may have stalled.

The article details failed scripted projects, difficulty attracting collaborators, and claims that Netflix was left with more than $10 million worth of unsold As Ever products, some reportedly given away to staff.
We also examine reports of tension inside meetings, including claims about Meghan’s communication style, and the company’s evolving strategy to position her as a solo brand.

Then, a new controversy: Meghan is set to headline a high-priced women’s retreat in Australia, but questions are being raised about the finances behind the event after the organizer’s company reportedly went into liquidation.

Plus: King Charles hosts Nigeria’s president in a major state visit, and new calls emerge to reconsider a potential royal trip to the United States amid global tensions.

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A major new report from Variety paints a strained picture of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s relationship with Netflix, describing early optimism that has given way to frustration, creative disagreements, and questions about the future of their deal.

The report claims Archewell Productions has shifted away from its original mission into a vehicle for Meghan’s lifestyle brand, As Ever, while insiders describe fatigue over repeated storytelling around the couple’s royal exit.

We break down the key claims, including reported tensions with Netflix leadership, disputes over communication around the Oprah interview and Prince Harry’s memoir Spare, and behind-the-scenes friction during the editing of Harry & Meghan.

Plus, Meghan’s latest business move: a luxury “Bloom Box” collaboration enters the floral space — raising questions about timing as headlines swirl.

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Catherine, Princess of Wales marked St Patrick’s Day with the Irish Guards, continuing a long-standing royal tradition tied to her role as Colonel. She presented shamrocks to soldiers and mascot Seamus, awarded medals, and met with families and cadets, reinforcing her steady return to public duties.

Meanwhile, Meghan Markle offered a rare glimpse into family life, sharing a video that briefly captured the voice of four-year-old Lilibet, alongside a candid moment with Prince Harry. The post followed a deleted Instagram story that sparked online debate. Reports also claim Meghan has secured a $1 million fee for an upcoming wellness retreat appearance in Sydney.

Harry and Meghan also weighed in on a major U.S. tech trial focused on children’s online safety, calling it a “turning point” and saying, “These companies are on trial in the court of history.”
And in a lighter moment, King Charles surprised onlookers in Manchester by stepping behind DJ decks during a visit to Aviva Studios. After trying his hand at mixing, one instructor said, “He did great… It’s not every day you get to DJ with a King.”

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s spokesperson has issued a sharp response to new excerpts from Tom Bower’s upcoming book Betrayal: Power, Deceit and the Fight for the Future of the Royal Family. The couple’s team accused the author of promoting conspiracy theories, while royal insider Deep Crown notes that the criticism may only increase attention around the book.
The excerpts include claims about tensions between the Sussexes and the Prince and Princess of Wales, including an alleged heated exchange with Prince William shortly after Harry and Meghan’s honeymoon. The book also repeats claims that Queen Camilla privately believed Meghan had “brainwashed” Harry.

Meanwhile, the Invictus Games Foundation has pushed back against suggestions that the 2025 Games were overshadowed by the Sussexes.

And Meghan is reportedly frustrated after details of her upcoming $3,000 Sydney retreat appearance leaked before the official announcement, raising concerns inside her team about how private communications may have become public.

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Catherine, The Princess of Wales, revealed she has become far more careful about alcohol since her cancer diagnosis while visiting a brewery along London’s Bermondsey Beer Mile with Prince William.

The royal couple also visited Borough Market, where they chopped cheese, served desserts and even made coffee for shoppers before taking a speedboat down the Thames to visit the Royal National Lifeboat Institution station in Westminster.We also look ahead to Catherine’s appearance at the Irish Guards’ St Patrick’s Day parade in Aldershot, where she will present shamrock in her role as Colonel of the regiment.

Plus, William and Catherine prepare to welcome Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during his state visit to the United Kingdom, Prince William surprises rugby fans by singing the Welsh national anthem in Welsh, and Catherine quietly marks Mother’s Day with a message about the importance of early childhood.

And in court, a Mail on Sunday journalist reveals she once chose not to publish a major scoop about Kate’s first pregnancy after learning about it days before the news became public.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s long-discussed Netflix film projects appear to be moving slowly — and insiders say creative control may be the sticking point. According to new reporting, Meghan is interested in directing one of the couple’s planned Netflix films herself and wants approval over key decisions including the script, casting and marketing. Studios are reportedly wary about handing that level of authority to a first-time director, which may be slowing progress on projects such as the adaptation of the bestselling novel Meet Me at the Lake.

We also examine growing commentary around the Sussex brand, including calls for the couple to film a more personal behind-the-scenes Netflix docuseries showing their life in Montecito.
Plus: the latest chapter in the so-called “jam wars” as Meghan’s As Ever lifestyle brand pushes spreads and chocolates globally, a blistering on-air taste test from Megyn Kelly who called the chocolates “absolutely disgusting,” and a Wall Street Journal look at Prince Harry’s quieter life in California — where friends say he sometimes appears adrift while Meghan pursues new ventures.

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Prince William’s carefully managed public image is taking a hit after a veteran royal photographer reportedly described the future king in blunt terms — including calling him the “c-word.” According to reporting picked up by columnist Daniela Elser, photographers swapping stories while waiting outside the Wales family’s Norfolk home claimed William can have a notoriously short fuse behind the scenes. One photographer allegedly said the prince regularly tells him to “f--- off,” painting a stark contrast to William’s polished public persona.

We also look at the online sniping over Princess Catherine’s latest Commonwealth Day outfit, criticism that her wardrobe is becoming “predictable,” the approval of a major 2,500-home Duchy of Cornwall housing development tied to William, and a surprising claim that palace aides once explored making Prince Harry the governor-general of Canada during the negotiations over his royal exit.

Plus: Meghan Markle’s pricey Sydney retreat sparks backlash online as critics question the cost of the duchess’s “ultimate girls’ weekend.”

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This week on Palace Intrigue: Norway, the trial of Marius Borg Høiby entered its sixth week and showed no signs of losing its power to shock. The court heard from friends of the Frogner woman who described the violent aftermath of August 4, 2024, in vivid and heartbreaking detail — including one witness who recalled the victim saying she could "handle being hit" as long as Høiby was alright. The defense's request for pre-trial release was denied. Prosecutors returned repeatedly to the question of Høiby's changing story. And eight hundred pages of private messages between Høiby and influencer Nora Haukland were read aloud in court over several days, revealing a relationship that cycled between tenderness and venom. Outside the courtroom, the pressure on Crown Princess Mette-Marit continued to build: a scouting organization called for her removal as patron; a physician defended the timing of December's lung transplant press conference against accusations of deliberate media manipulation; and polling showed her approval rating cut in half in a single month, from 7.4 to 3.7 out of ten. A century-old royal bloodline theory also resurfaced in the worst possible week. Closing arguments begin Monday. The end — and the verdict — is now in sight.

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This week on Palace Intrigue, the monarchy had one foot in pageantry and one in crisis management — and somehow kept its balance. King Charles led the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey as the BBC quietly declined to broadcast it, prompting sharp criticism from royal commentators who warned the institution's relevance cannot be taken for granted. Prince William answered a bakery phone and called a customer "Juicy," which briefly made the whole world love him. The Wales family visited Marlborough College, fuelling intense speculation about where Prince George will attend school. Diplomatic sources floated the prospect of a royal visit to Washington — with William and Kate seen as the potential stars — and the ghost of Diana dancing with John Travolta was invoked more than once.

Meanwhile, Prince Andrew's circle described a man who feels abandoned by the institution and is methodically reviewing old communications, while preparations for his move to a renovated Sandringham farmhouse continued. And in the Sussex orbit: Netflix exited the As Ever lifestyle brand in a split both sides called amicable and almost nobody believed; Harry and Meghan confirmed an April trip to Australia; and Meghan launched a Women's History Month chocolate promotion. A full, strange, very royal week.

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