Ever since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepped into the spotlight, their marriage has generated its fair share of rumors and speculation. Just months after Prince William and Kate Middleton faced similar gossip, the Duke of Sussex recently embarked on a globe-trotting tour without his wife. While he was away for two weeks in September, Meghan made headlines with her solo appearances, raising eyebrows about their relationship.
Meghan was solo at an event supporting Girls Inc. and #HalfTheStory on October 2, and later walked the red carpet alone in Los Angeles on October 5. This led some media outlets to speculate that the couple might be living “separate lives”, using language more typical of troubled marriages.
Interestingly, this isn’t just a Harry and Meghan issue. William and Kate found themselves under the same microscope recently when Kate faced health challenges that kept her out of the public eye. With royal reporting quieter after years of scandal, the sudden return of gossip has caught attention.
Recent Rumors Surrounding Harry and Meghan
The Sussexes began facing rumors of a secret divorce in summer 2023, coinciding with the collapse of their Spotify deal. Meghan’s signing with Hollywood talent agency WME fueled speculation that they were separating their professional lives. Initially, reports were subtle, suggesting they were on “different paths,” but as chatter grew, so did the intensity of the claims.
Despite these rumors, the couple publicly showed affection at the Invictus Games in September, which temporarily hushed the speculation. Yet, following Harry’s solo tour across major cities in September and October 2024, the gossip reignited, with headlines questioning their closeness.
Reports in publications like The Daily Telegraph and the Daily Mail suggested all was not well, with one even stating, “Desperate Harry gets serious about repairing his image—and Meghan is not part of the project: ‘He wants space.'”
William and Kate’s Struggles
Kate’s health concerns have also prompted rampant speculation. After undergoing surgery in January and later revealing a cancer diagnosis, her absence fueled wild conspiracy theories online. Notably, Stephen Colbert’s jokes about their marriage ignited further discussion, although much of the gossip remained unsubstantiated.
Eventually, Kate addressed her health publicly, revealing her battle with chemotherapy, which overshadowed the lighter gossip often suggested by tabloid speculation.
Looking Ahead
Both couples exemplify the public’s ongoing fascination with royal drama. In the past, rumors around private matters have forced the royals to disclose personal information, some of which they might have preferred to keep private.
As we move through another chapter of royal life, it’s clear that Harry and Meghan—and indeed William and Kate—will remain under the watchful eyes of the media. Whether they take steps to quench the speculation through public appearances remains to be seen, but one thing’s for sure: as long as they’re in the spotlight, the gossip is likely to continue.