Meghan Markle’s return to acting is making headlines, and according to one royal commentator, it is raising fresh questions about how aligned she and Prince Harry truly are in their long-term plans. While the Duchess of Sussex steps back into the spotlight with a major film role, Harry has been focused on projects tied closely to his British roots. As such, it has sparked speculation that the couple may be heading in different professional and emotional directions.
Meghan Markle’s acting career indicates ‘clear divergence’ from Prince Harry’s intent, per expert
Meghan Markle’s latest career move — a return to acting after nearly eight years — has reportedly added another layer of tension to an already turbulent period for the Sussexes. According to royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams, Markle’s decision to join the cast of “Close Personal Friends,” a big-budget comedy featuring Lily Collins and Brie Larson, suggests a path increasingly rooted in Hollywood.
As per The Mirror, Fitzwilliams claims this marks a “clear divergence” from Prince Harry’s intentions, which he says remain more closely tied to the United Kingdom. The timing of the announcement hasn’t gone unnoticed. As Prince William traveled to Brazil for the Earthshot Prize and COP30 engagements, Harry embarked on a separate trip to Canada.
The move, critics said, risked overshadowing his brother’s high-profile environmental tour. Photographs of Harry meeting with service members circulated at the same moment his older brother delivered a keynote speech. Then came news of Markle’s film role, another development some commentators interpreted as complicating the royal narrative that week.
Insiders connected to the film apparently told media outlets that cast members were asked to keep storyline details confidential. However, reports have circulated alleging that Markle may play a fictionalized version of herself. Sources also claimed she views the role as an important step in rebuilding her acting career, which she left behind when joining the royal family.
Still, not all commentary has been critical. A production source told PEOPLE that Markle appeared “relaxed and happy” on set, describing her as warm and approachable. Meanwhile, Harry’s team dismissed suggestions that his Canadian visit was scheduled to conflict with his brother’s tour, stating the dates were set long in advance.
Originally reported by Zahrah Patel on Reality Tea.
