An Insider Just Revealed How Meghan Markle & Prince Harry Are Feeling After Their Bumpy Year & It’s Not What We Expected

Although it may be hard to admit, even the biggest fans of the Sussexes can agree that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have had a rough year. In addition to being mocked on Family Guy, being called “grifters” by a Spotify executive, being chased in a “near catastrophic car chase,” the two were also dropped from their multi-million dollar deal with Spotify. Talk about a rough patch!

But, despite the bumpy year, sources are showing that Lilibet and Archie’s parents are staying strong and united through it all. “They’re coming up with more content and they’re very excited about what the future holds,” the source told Us Weekly. “It’s been a learning curve and their dream of making it big in Hollywood is still alive and well.”

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According to the source, their newfound energy has stemmed from spending the past few months away from the spotlight (with Harry’s 2023 Invictus Games as an exception). “They got their bearings back and are focused and recharged and ready to get back out there again,” the insider revealed, adding that “laying low really paid off” for them.

So, while they spent more time at home with their kids and even went on a vacation in the Caribbean, People reports, the two developed a whole new outlook. “They’re learning to lighten up a bit,” the source continued. “It was great to have that time together,” the insider adds.

As for what plans the two have in store, another source indicated Markle is gearing up for a full “reinvention.” “Meghan has a new team around her, and they’ve been strategizing about what mediums will have the most impact,” they told the outlet, adding that the Duchess’ focus remains on “philanthropy.”

Prior to these sources saying that the royal pair is “recharged,” sources already indicated a comeback as Markle was reported to be on the verge of signing with Audible, Amazon‘s podcast and audiobook company back in October. “Word of mouth is spreading that it will lead to a huge payout – even bigger than the millions Spotify splashed out,” a source told Mirror. Whatever their next steps are, we can’t wait to find out what they get up to next!

Before you go, click here to see more of Meghan Markle & Prince Harry’s milestones since leaving the royal family. 

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