Prince Harry is reportedly on the verge of a meltdown in Montecito as King Charles has categorically denied his plea for financial support regarding security and travel for an imminent UK visit. This latest clash within the royal family has reached a boiling point, leaving Harry frustrated and desperate for assistance, which he believed was his due.
Sources close to Buckingham Palace reveal that Charles has made it abundantly clear: if Harry and Meghan Markle choose to live independently, they must bear the financial burdens that come with that decision. Following their withdrawal from royal duties in 2020, Harry hoped that returning to the UK—especially for significant events linked to his late mother, Princess Diana—would warrant some form of royal backing. However, the palace stands firm: taxpayer funds cannot be extended to private citizens, particularly those who have openly criticized the monarchy.
Critics point to Meghan as a significant influence on Harry’s unrealistic expectations. As the Sus𝓈ℯ𝓍es pursue high-profile deals with Netflix and Spotify, their financial situation has become precarious, with recent setbacks in their projects leaving them under pressure to sustain their lavish lifestyle in their $14 million mansion. The irony is palpable as Harry, once a prince, grapples with the harsh reality of independence without the safety net of royal funding.
Security has been a contentious issue for Harry, who previously sought legal action against the UK government for police protection during his visits, only to be rebuffed in court. King Charles’s refusal to provide support underscores a stark reality: Harry is no longer a working royal and thus not entitled to state-funded security.
As tensions soar in Montecito, the Sus𝓈ℯ𝓍 camp faces a public relations crisis, with Harry’s hopes for royal assistance crashing against the palace’s firm stance. For King Charles, the message is clear: loyalty comes with privilege, and the days of entitlement without responsibility are over. For Harry, it’s a painful reminder that the royal family’s benefits are not easily retained once the ties are severed.