For years, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have been a symbol of unity, navigating their post-royal life together with shared initiatives and a seemingly unbreakable partnership. However, the Duchess of Sussex has now confirmed a shift in their dynamic—one that sees them stepping into independent career paths while maintaining their bond as a couple.
Speculation surrounding the status of their professional and personal lives has been swirling for months. Questions intensified when the two made multiple solo appearances, fueling rumors of potential trouble in their relationship. Despite Harry dismissing whispers of marital discord, Markle has now clarified that they are indeed taking separate paths—professionally, at least.
Meghan Confirms the Shift
In an exclusive interview, Markle confirmed what many had suspected: she and Prince Harry are focusing on their own individual ventures. While they remain partners in life and continue their philanthropic work through The Archewell Foundation, their professional trajectories are evolving.
Markle, who has long been interested in the lifestyle industry, has recently launched a new brand, As Ever. The venture is reminiscent of The Tig, her former blog and business, which she shut down when her relationship with Prince Harry became serious. Now, she’s returning to her roots, reigniting the passions she had before becoming a duchess.
A Relationship in Transition
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have always been seen as a team, working together on charitable initiatives, documentaries, and public engagements. However, their decision to take on more individual projects has led to questions about whether their dynamic is shifting.
Prince Harry first pushed back against speculation back in December, when he attended the DealBook Summit in New York without Markle. When asked about the persistent rumors surrounding their solo outings, he responded with humor, saying, “Apparently, we’ve moved house 10 or 12 times and divorced just as many. It’s just like, ‘what?’ It’s hard to keep up.”
Despite his lighthearted response, their separate career moves indicate a conscious shift. Markle, for her part, acknowledges the changes but emphasizes that it has only strengthened their relationship.
Meghan’s Return to Entrepreneurship
Markle’s newest business endeavor, As Ever, marks her return to the entrepreneurial world, one that she was deeply immersed in before joining the royal family. She has expressed excitement about reclaiming that part of her life, explaining that the relaunch feels like a return to the person she was when Harry first met her.
“My husband met me when I had The Tig, and I see this spark in his eye when he sees me doing what I love again,” she shared. “It’s almost like a honeymoon period again. It’s exactly how it was in the beginning—him watching me scribbling ideas, writing newsletters, fine-tuning edits. I think he loves watching as much as I love doing that creative process.”
The Duchess’s enthusiasm for her new venture is palpable, and while it marks a professional divergence from Harry, she insists that his support has been unwavering.
Still a Team
While Markle’s lifestyle brand is taking off, Harry has been focused on his own projects, particularly his advocacy work for mental health and veterans. Despite their professional separation, Markle makes it clear that they remain a team.
“I imagine that it’s the same as it would be for any couple. You have your individual careers, but then you have things you share together,” she explained. “We’ve always been a close team, and that hasn’t changed. We are still very much in step with each other.”
Their shared commitment to The Archewell Foundation remains intact, with both continuing to work on philanthropic efforts together. However, Markle admits that having separate endeavors allows them to flourish in different ways.
A New Chapter
Beyond her business venture, Markle is also expanding her media presence with a brand-new Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, focused on cooking, gardening, and home lifestyle. The show is set to provide a more intimate look at her life and passions, something that royal-watchers and fans alike will be eager to see.
As they navigate their respective careers, Markle and Harry are proving that professional independence does not equate to personal distance. If anything, the Duchess suggests, their ability to support each other’s individual growth has only made their bond stronger.