Prince Harry and Meghan Markle divorce 'won't happen because he would lose too much'
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex married in May 2018Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been plagued by divorce rumours lately – but now a former royal butler has shut down the speculation.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, 43, tied the knot in May 2018. They have since moved to the United States and are living happily with their two children – Archie, five, and Lilibet, three.
But the couple have made headlines recently with some sources and experts speculating on whether the pair could end up splitting. Even a British psychic, dubbed the “new Nostradamus”, predicted that Harry and Meghan could divorce in 2025.
But a former royal staff member has addressed the rumours, and suggested why the couple may not split.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle divorce won’t happen because he would ‘lose too much’
Recently, a source claimed to In Touch that the constant divorce rumours will likely “take a toll” on the couple. In other reports, it’s claimed the couple are “still hot for each other”.
Harry himself addressed rumours of a divorce in December 2024. He said at the New York Times 2024 DealBook Summit: “We’ve apparently divorced maybe 10, 12 times. It’s hard to keep up with, but that’s why you just sort of ignore it.”
Now, former royal butler Paul Burrell has given his opinion and explained why a Prince Harry and Meghan divorce won’t happen.
I personally think there are no signs of divorce because Harry would lose too much.
Paul, who worked as Harry’s late mother Princess Diana’s butler for 10 years, said in an interview with Prime Casino: “Despite pressures on their marriage and lifestyle, I personally think there are no signs of divorce because Harry would lose too much.
“I think Meghan and Harry have a common goal to make themselves as rich as possible in as short a time as possible.”
In addition, he added: “I think that balance works together for the sake of their brand, their marriage. It is all the same thing. I think Meghan actually retains a fascination for lots of people.”
Harry and Meghan allegations in Vanity Fair
Elsewhere in the chat, Paul addressed the Vanity Fair allegations against Harry, 40, and Meghan.
In a recent article by the publication, allegations came to light about Meghan’s treatment of staff, discussions about a potential post-divorce book and claims they’re “entitled” neighbours.
Discussing the claims, Paul said: “Vanity Fair is a prestigious title so to print such a damning article about Harry and Meghan is quite a precedent.
Who is Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex?
Meghan Markle was born on August 4, 1981, in California, United States. She is currently 43 years old. She had a career in acting before marrying into the royal family in 2018.
What did Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex do before joining the monarchy?
Former actress Meghan had a string of acting roles before she met Prince Harry, most famously playing the role of Rachel Zane in legal drama Suits.
Her acting career began at Northwestern University.
The duchess also wrote a lifestyle blog named The Tig and became heavily involved in charity work - which has continued since she met Harry.
Marrying Prince Harry
Meghan married into the royal family on May 19, 2018, when she and Prince Harry tied the knot at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle.
Just a few months after their wedding, Meghan and Harry announced they were expecting their first child. They welcomed Prince Archie on May 6, 2019.
Two years later on June 4, 2021, the couple welcomed a daughter named Princess Lilibet. She was named after the late Queen Elizabeth II - whose nickname was Lilibet.
Months after welcoming son Archie, Prince Harry and Meghan announced they were stepping down from their senior royal roles within the royal family. They then moved to the United States and have lived there since.
Meghan has made a return to the entertainment world, launching projects with Netflix alongside Harry. In January 2025, she announced a lifestyle show named With Love, Meghan, which will see her giving cooking and gardening tips to viewers alongside a host of celebrity guests. It will premiere on March 4, 2025.
Paul Burrell says he has ‘firsthand experience’ with ‘how difficult Harry can be’
“They’re confirming what everybody else suspects. They’re listening to the people who are in the know, and, and don’t speculate. I take this article as pretty factual.”
Meanwhile, he continued: “I’ve never met Meghan myself, but how can so many other people be wrong? It’s not possible. I know from firsthand experience how difficult Harry can be.
“I know how petulant he can be and how spoiled he is. I’ve experienced that myself. He’s always lived in a bubble.”
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