Prince Harry struggles with a monotonous life in California, where even his neighbours ignore him.

Prince Harry’s grand escape from royal life has reportedly left him with an unexpected problem—crippling boredom.

The Duke of Sussex, who once thrived in a world of public engagements and charitable work, now spends his days in Montecito, California, where his most exciting tasks include walking the dog and doing household chores, according to royal expert Tom Quinn.

“He just doesn’t have anything to do,” Quinn told The Sun, emphasising that Harry was raised in a world of royal duties and public appearances, only to throw it all away in pursuit of freedom.

The reality, Quinn claims, is far from the fairytale Harry envisioned. “Friends say he’s made a decent stab at helping around the Montecito mansion, walking the dog, and looking after the children. But the truth is, he is bored.”

Making matters worse, Harry reportedly struggles with the intense security restrictions on his life. He cannot leave his mansion without a security detail, limiting his ability to explore the very ‘freedom’ he sought. Even his high-profile neighbours, many of whom are more famous than the Duke and Duchess, barely acknowledge him when they cross paths.

For a man once at the centre of global attention, the quiet, routine-filled life in California appears to be wearing thin. Despite the couple’s efforts to build their brand outside the royal institution, experts believe Harry is growing restless.

As Meghan Markle continues to pursue projects in Hollywood, speculation is rising about whether Harry will find a way to re-enter public life—or if the monotony of his existence will eventually push him to make drastic changes.