Meghan Markle is reportedly pushing for a move closer to Los Angeles, with sources claiming the duchess wants a new California base after growing 'sick' of the four-hour round-trip drive from the couple's Montecito mansion to Hollywood meetings. The 44-year-old As Ever founder is said to believe that a home nearer LA would boost her and Prince Harry's chances of success in the entertainment industry, according to a report by Star Magazine.
For context, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry bought their £11.6 million (around $14.65 million) Montecito property in 2020, shortly after stepping back from royal duties and relocating to the United States. The sprawling estate in the wealthy Santa Barbara County enclave has been presented as their sanctuary, far from both the British tabloids and the LA hustle Meghan once knew as an actor on Suits. Now, though, that sanctuary appears to be at odds with the couple's ambitions in Hollywood, particularly following the end of their high-profile deal with Netflix.
