06 January 2024 , 08:30
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A savvy PR move by Princess Kate and Prince William has shown Prince Harry and Meghan Markle that a UK comeback would not be easy, according to a royal author.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are allegedly considering a fresh start, in response to last year's backlash about their Netflix documentary and Harry's controversial biography Spare.
Both further damaged their relationship with the Royal Family, as well as giving the impression that Harry and Meghan only have their association to the Firm on offer, The Daily Express reports.
However, Phil Dampier told the Sun: "The royals put on a show of unity at Christmas, with even Prince Andrew ’s ex-wife Fergie being allowed to walk to church and join them for lunch. The message was clear - everyone was welcome except Harry and Meghan."
He said this indicates that the Sussexes "can’t hold a candle" to Kate and William, who have "never been more popular".
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Duke and Duchess of Sussex (AP)Criticising Harry and Meghan's career, he added: "Even in America people are fed up with their constant moaning and want them to do something positive. Just turning up at the occasional charity event or being seen at concerts and baseball games isn't enough."
Now there is speculation regarding the Sussexes next move. Speaking to the Express US, entertainment expert Mark Boardman said a move to Hollywood might be a good option for the couple.
He said: "Regarding the potential Hollywood comeback for Harry and Meghan in 2024, with multimillion-dollar deals in place for multiple book deals, ownership of publication rights to a novel, besides running the Archewell Foundation, the Sussexes are actively shaping their narrative and are certainly not waiting for something to happen."
He added: "I know from years working in the media that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will indeed certainly be inundated with various offers to attend events and support good causes. This is in addition to being receipt an array of collaborations to speaking engagements that all would equate to a full-time role."
Meghan has hired the help of Beverly Hills talent agency William Morris Endeavour, before relaunching in the New Year. The reports of an acting comeback have also emerged after she was seen in an Instagram advert for a coffee company which she holds shares in. When swapping her warehouse look for smart-casual office wear, the 42-year-old eagerly typed at her computer as a member of the "slightly nerdy" digital team.
Certain experts think this means the Duchess might have a career before her as an "influencer". Speaking on GB News, Kinsey Schofield said: "What you saw in that coffee ad was Meghan the influencer and I've said it once and I'll say it a million times: Meghan is going to be an influencer because, really, what else is she capable of doing at this point?"
While Mr Dampier said of the couple's prospects: "There are no Invictus Games this year - Harry’s one success story - so that won’t help him. She will probably relaunch herself with some sort of lifestyle business similar to Gwyneth Paltrow, and let’s hope she goes down that route rather than writing her own book, which would be another bombshell for all concerned."