The life of Prince Harry post-wedding has seen it all! His long-standing feud with Prince William was just the tip of the iceberg. The Duke of Sussex had to leave behind one of his longtime passions after tying the knot with Meghan Markle in 2018. Yep, Harry, who loved hunting, gave up his love for blood sports out of respect for Meghan’s values. Will he ever go back to the thrill of the hunt?
Love Over Luxury
Prince Harry’s hunting habit was never low-key before Meghan entered his life. The royal was all in on the lifestyle and would take snap with his hunting trophies. He even owned a pair of exclusive Purdey hunting rifles worth a whopping £50,000. However, Harry surprised everyone when he sold those prized rifles to an anonymous buyer in 2020.
The person didn’t even know belonged to the Invictus Games founder. According to a friend, the buyer was “quite chuffed” about the royal connection but didn’t want to come across as cocky. They just saw the guns as beautiful collectibles. Meanwhile, primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall, who’s friendly with the Sussexes, believes Harry would give up hunting for good.
Goodall thinks Meghan’s disapproval of the sport would sway Harry to leave it behind forever. And she may even be right! While Harry might find his new life challenging, his commitment to conservation might remain strong. And guess what? Even if his hobby list has changed. Meanwhile, people have been talking Meghan and Harry’s separate public appearances.
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Meghan and Harry have recently opted for solo outings, sparking speculation about their relationship. Some media outlets, like the Montecito Journal, are brooding over their “increasingly separate lives.” However, According to PR expert Ed Coram James, this strategic choice might be smart. Since their explosive Oprah interview, the Sussex brand has become more controversial.
Now, the US-based royals might be attempting to rebrand and salvage their public image. What about the public reaction? Some folks praised Harry for respecting Meghan’s views. In the meantime, others are curious about how these shifts might impact his personal identity and royal connections. Stay glued to Soap Opera Daily for more updates on Prince Harry and other royal members. Are the Sussexes better off on separate paths, or will they come out stronger?
