Insiders reveal harry feels “heartbroken” and “under-employed” as Meghan’s solo career surges ahead.
Prince Harry is facing a troubling sense of stagnation in his post-royal life, according to insiders who say the Duke of Sussex is struggling with underemployment and emotional turmoil—just as his wife, Meghan Markle, surges ahead with her own professional renaissance.
Sources close to the couple have told RadarOnline that Harry feels “utterly heartbroken” by how things are unfolding. While he grapples with the slow pace of his career outside the royal fold, Meghan is said to be thriving—juggling a growing slate of commitments that include television projects, lifestyle ventures, and podcasting.
Embed from Getty Images“Harry just doesn’t have enough to fill his days,” the insider revealed. “He’s woefully under-employed. There’s a feeling that he’s drifting, hanging onto Meghan’s coattails.”
That image—of a once-prominent royal, now left searching for purpose—has ignited concern among those close to him. The same source noted, “He really needs a project he can sink his teeth into—for himself and for the sake of his marriage. Things aren’t going well right now, and he needs to turn that tide quickly.”
While Harry’s brief appearances on Meghan’s Netflix series may have drawn some fanfare, they have failed to offer the former prince a meaningful path forward. “The odd cameo doesn’t cut it for someone who once represented the Crown on global tours,” said the insider. “His polo charity matches and diplomatic appearances already seem out of step with today’s celebrity-driven activism.”
Observers say Meghan’s growing professional momentum only heightens the contrast. Her recent work—shaped by her voice, identity, and business acumen—has gained traction, leaving Harry appearing like a spare wheel. “Meghan’s presence as a woman of colour on international trips to Nigeria and Colombia was not only significant, it was transformative. But she has far less time now to guide Harry or be part of his initiatives.”
The duchess’s ability to reinvent herself since leaving royal duties behind has been lauded by many in Hollywood and beyond. But insiders claim that very success may be deepening the rift in the Sussexes’ dynamic. “Meghan’s resilience is remarkable,” one said, “but it does throw Harry’s current lack of direction into sharper relief.”
Despite their shared platform at the time of their dramatic royal exit, the couple now appears to be operating in increasingly separate spheres. Meghan is immersed in her Archewell productions and lifestyle brand. Harry, meanwhile, is said to be searching for a cause or project that will reinvigorate his image—and, perhaps, his confidence.
Yet it’s not all bleak for the duke. His recent trips to Nigeria and Colombia reportedly offered glimpses of potential. His name still carries global weight, and doors may open if he can step out of the shadow of past controversies. But for now, the sense of drift is real—and visible.
Supporters of the couple are hoping this is merely a quiet chapter before a bold new act. But others worry that unless Harry finds a purposeful role soon, the imbalance could become unsustainable, both personally and professionally.
As Meghan powers ahead with her ventures, Harry’s next move is not only crucial—it may prove decisive in whether the Sussex brand can remain a duo.
