Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s decision to step back from their roles as senior royals five years ago, in 2020, finally has an answer. The couple has often spoken about their experiences while part of the royal family, which has pushed the questioning. Now living in Montecito, California, they seem to have settled into a life of happiness and stability away from the United Kingdom.
At the time of their exit, Meghan, who is now 43, and Harry, now 40, had originally wanted a flexible arrangement that would allow them to keep some ties to their royal duties while also working toward financial independence. However, this middle-ground approach did not fit with traditional royal rules and was not approved by the late Queen. Because of this, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex gave up all of their royal responsibilities.
