Prince Harry’s California Bubble Threatens His Invictus Legacy as Insiders Say Meghan Markle’s Has Changed Him

Prince Harry appears to be facing another storm in his post-royal life, with insiders suggesting that the Duke of Sussex has become increasingly “out of touch with reality” while living in California. New claims indicate that Harry’s role in his beloved Invictus Games the very project that defined his public purpose outside the royal family could now be in jeopardy.

According to sources cited by RadarOnline, the Duke may soon be asked to step back from the Invictus Games Foundation, the international charity he founded in 2014 to support wounded veterans. “We are all about bringing people together and inspiring those who have suffered hardship,” one insider explained. “Now that Invictus is firmly established, it might be better if the duke took a step back.”

This revelation comes as Harry continues to grapple with the aftershocks of his royal exit and the growing perception that his California lifestyle has distanced him from the grounded principles that once earned him public admiration. Once hailed as the “people’s prince,” the Duke of Sussex is now being portrayed by insiders as a man struggling to find balance between his new life and his old identity.

Since leaving the royal family in 2020 with Meghan Markle, Harry has pursued a number of high-profile ventures, including his explosive memoir Spare and a multimillion-dollar Netflix deal. Yet despite these successes, those close to the situation claim that the 39-year-old prince is realizing that fame and fortune have come at a cost.

“I think Harry was riding high when he left the royal family because it was on his own terms,” one insider told the outlet. “He was thrilled, he was happy. But now everything is crashing down in front of him after all the decisions he made leaving the family, the memoir, the Netflix series.”

The same source added, “He probably thought that he would be a winner being away from the royal family. But he’s beginning to realize that things are blowing up in his face.”

The Invictus Games, once considered the crown jewel of Harry’s charitable work, are now reportedly being influenced by “Hollywood-type agents” who are said to be advising the Duke on how to manage the organization. However, royal insiders are warning that this approach may not align with the charity’s core mission.

“That’s obviously not how charity business works in the U.K.,” a source explained. “The foundation was built on authenticity and shared experience, not on celebrity culture and media deals.”

Read More: Prince William Issues Shocking New Ultimatum to Father King Charles

Some close to the royal family also believe that Meghan Markle’s growing influence may be contributing to Harry’s perceived disconnect. “He’s probably listening to her too much,” one insider claimed. “They are both a little bit out of touch with reality — especially being surrounded by the Hollywood set.”

While Meghan’s supporters argue that she has brought a modern, global dimension to the couple’s work, critics say that the Duke’s reliance on celebrity connections has damaged his credibility. Observers note that Harry’s once-powerful message of service and resilience risks being overshadowed by the glitz and glamour of his Los Angeles circle.

Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams previously noted that Harry’s biggest challenge lies in maintaining relevance without the royal platform. “The problem for Harry is that he gave up the institution that gave him purpose,” Fitzwilliams explained. “Now he’s in a world that doesn’t always understand that kind of duty.”

Behind palace walls, there are whispers that Harry’s growing distance from his military roots and the British public could cause long-term damage to his reputation. “The Invictus Games were supposed to be his lasting legacy,” said one royal insider. “If he loses control of that, he risks losing the last thing that connects him to his old self.”

Despite the criticism, supporters of the Duke argue that his passion for Invictus remains unwavering. They point out that Harry has continued to attend the Games and meet with veterans, proving his commitment to the cause. However, whether that will be enough to quiet the growing concerns about his leadership remains uncertain.

As the Duke and Duchess of Sussex continue to build their lives away from the royal family, the question remains, can Prince Harry reconnect with the grounded, purpose-driven image that once defined him, or has Hollywood truly taken over