Prince Harry was seen enjoying a Fourth of July parade in his adopted hometown of Montecito, Calif., on Tuesday, embracing the American holiday with his family. The Duke of Sussex opted for casual attire, wearing jeans, a green crew shirt, and a baseball cap. He was busy holding his 2-year-old daughter, Lilibet, who looked adorable in a floral dress, white knee-high socks, and red shoes. Lilibet sported two cute pigtails, showcasing her red hair, inherited from her father.
Shortly after, Meghan Markle, 41, and their son, Archie, 4, joined Harry and Lilibet, adding to the joyful family gathering. This is not the first time Harry has been photographed at a Fourth of July parade. Two years ago, he was captured alongside Markle and Archie enjoying a similar celebration in Wyoming.
Recent times have been eventful for the royal couple. They recently announced their decision to sever ties with Spotify, just three years after signing a lucrative $20 million deal. Markle’s podcast, “Archetypes,” will not be returning for a second season, despite its successful launch last year. Sources indicate that the couple did not produce sufficient content to justify their substantial payout.
In a joint statement, Spotify and Archewell Audio expressed their mutual agreement to part ways, while acknowledging the pride they have for the series they created together. Despite the setback, Harry and Meghan appeared unfazed, as evidenced by their recent photos where they were seen smiling and holding hands.
Insiders suggest that the couple believes they have encountered a string of misfortunes, including the impact of COVID-19, economic challenges, and the unfortunate health issues leading to the passing of Prince Philip and Queen Elizabeth II. These factors have reportedly hindered their efforts to establish themselves in the private sector.
Although they stepped back from senior royal duties in January 2020, the couple still maintains a lucrative deal with Netflix. Additionally, Harry’s memoir, titled “Spare,” broke sales records and became the fastest-selling non-fiction book of all time, further contributing to their ongoing success.
