Prince Harry Finds Joy in Fatherhood, But Questions Linger About What Else He’s Gained
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Prince Harry is reportedly struggling with feelings of nostalgia and longing for his pre-Megxit life in Britain, according to royal commentator Duncan Larcombe. In an analysis shared with Radar Online, Larcombe suggested that the Duke of Sussex has reached a “breaking point” as he navigates life in California, surrounded by what he described as “like-minded rich drones.”
Larcombe attributed part of Harry’s dissatisfaction to the contrasting trajectories of his and Meghan Markle’s post-royal lives. “Meghan’s dreams have all come true, but what about Harry’s?” he questioned. “He is now richer than he was, even more famous, and surrounded by celebrity hangers-on rather than the group of trusted people who he called friends.”
However, Larcombe acknowledged that Harry’s current life does include one irreplaceable positive: his role as a father to Archie and Lilibet. “The major change for Harry is having two children in his life and being able to play the role of loving father and husband, something he has always wanted,” he said.
Still, Larcombe pointed out that beyond the joy of fatherhood, Harry’s new life has left him feeling adrift in some respects. “Though aside from that dream achieved, there is arguably little else he has really gained,” he explained.
This inner conflict reportedly leaves Harry missing his family and friends in Britain. “No matter how he might try to protest, Harry will be missing his family and friends back in Britain and will be heartbroken that his children are being brought up without knowing the relatives he left behind,” Larcombe added.
As the Sussexes continue to establish themselves in California, Harry’s reported yearning for his past highlights the challenges of balancing familial love, personal identity, and a drastically altered public life. While his role as a father and husband remains central to his happiness, it appears that the sacrifices made in pursuit of this new chapter are not without their emotional toll.
