Prince Harry and Meghan Markle shared intimate behind-the-scenes moments from their October trip to New York City, where they were honored as Humanitarians of the Year at Project Healthy Minds’ World Mental Health Day Gala. Meghan’s video recap included Harry joking around in sweatpants, clips from their Archewell mental-health panels, and outings with friends like Ed Sheeran and Serena Williams.
Sources say the trip was both professional and personal—an attempt to enjoy time alone without their children while also quietly addressing increasing speculation about tension in their marriage. Though they presented a united front, insiders claim the couple has been spending more time apart as Meghan focuses on her growing lifestyle and entertainment ventures, including her Netflix series With Love, Meghan, her As Ever product line, and a slate of fashion-related projects.
Harry, meanwhile, has devoted himself to Invictus Games–related work, charity travel, and efforts to repair his strained relationship with the royal family. His bond with King Charles has improved slightly, but relations with Prince William remain distant. Meghan is reportedly skeptical of any “royal thaw,” fearing it could disrupt the life they built in the U.S.
Markle has also faced backlash for social-media posts—such as a video shot near the Paris tunnel where Princess Diana died—and for featuring Harry only briefly in her projects, which critics say makes him appear secondary in her narrative. Insiders say Harry has grown more aware of their differences over time.
As 2025 ends, Meghan continues expanding As Ever and promoting her upcoming Netflix holiday special, while friends worry the couple could drift further apart without addressing their issues.
Separately, Harry has reportedly been kept “in the dark” about King Charles’ cancer updates due to ongoing legal battles over his U.K. security, with palace aides concerned he may publish another tell-all if court decisions don’t go his way. Recent scheduling conflicts between Harry and William have further fueled tension.
Meghan also appeared on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar, discussing motherhood, business pressures, setting boundaries, and her admiration for Harry’s “childlike wonder.” Friends like Serena Williams praised her intelligence and loyalty, while Meghan defended her authenticity and the challenges of working under intense public scrutiny.