Prince Harry’s surprising push for peace with King Charles may have far less to do with family and far more to do with finances, a royal expert has warned.
As whispers of reconciliation swirl through Buckingham Palace, some insiders are raising eyebrows at the timing coinciding with a major financial setback for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
According to reports, Netflix has decided not to renew the couple’s multimillion-dollar deal, which was initially announced with great fanfare in 2020 and reportedly valued at up to $100 million.
The Sussexes had promised to deliver a variety of content under their Archewell Productions banner, including documentaries, scripted series, and children’s programming.
However, after a few high-profile projects—like the Harry & Meghan docuseries—their output slowed, and shows like Harry’s polo documentary failed to generate the buzz or viewership Netflix had anticipated.
Now, royal expert Robert Jobson believes the timing of the recent peace summit between Harry’s aides and King Charles’ senior staff is no coincidence.
“Well, the deal was always set at about $100 million, wasn’t it?” Jobson told The Sun. “That figure sort of blew a lot of people’s minds, but that was tied to actual productions.” He added, “Where does it leave them? Probably with a bit of a bowl out, looking for some handouts.”
This theory gained traction after two senior team members from Prince Harry’s camp were spotted in London earlier this month, meeting with one of the King’s top communications aides.
While the Palace officially framed it as a “step toward reconciliation,” some insiders now suspect the visit had a financial subtext.
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One source claimed, “It’s clear Harry is facing pressure to stabilize his brand and income. Without Netflix, the pressure to rebuild ties with the royal family increases.”
The possible return of Prince Harry into the royal fold even temporarily could bring renewed public interest and help revitalize his image, especially as projects stall in the U.S.
But any financial help from King Charles may come at a cost. Palace aides are reportedly wary of offering support without clear boundaries, fearing further leaks or tell-alls.
Meanwhile, Prince William remains firmly against reconciliation, especially after past attacks on him and Kate Middleton in Harry’s memoir Spare and their Netflix series.
Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams said previously, “William is more cautious and more hurt. He sees these approaches as tactical, not heartfelt.”
Despite all this, Harry is said to be pushing forward with plans to invite the royal family to the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham even offering to leave Meghan Markle out of the event to improve chances of acceptance.
Whether his motives are emotional, strategic, or financial, one thing is clear that Prince Harry’s latest move has rattled the monarchy and left many questioning what comes next.
