Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has always been known for her adaptability and resilience. Her time in the British royal family, marked by both intense scrutiny and significant public engagement, appears to have been a formative period that has set her on a path toward a broader purpose in life.
A source close to the Sussexes recently revealed that Meghan’s diverse experiences—from being an actress to becoming a royal, and now transitioning into an entrepreneur—have equipped her for her next big chapter. “Meghan has transitioned from actress to royal to entrepreneur,” the insider said. “She’s worn many hats, but she believes age and experience have prepared her for a bigger purpose in life. She’s very happy with the role she’s carved out.”
This new role involves stepping away from royal duties and focusing on new ventures. Meghan is preparing to launch her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, and has recently completed filming a Netflix series centered around cooking, entertaining, and gardening. These projects indicate a clear shift from her previous life as a working royal to one that aligns more with her personal passions and entrepreneurial spirit.
In addition to her professional endeavors, Meghan has been networking with influential figures in the business world. Earlier this year, she joined a star-studded group of Hollywood personalities, including Reese Witherspoon and Gwyneth Paltrow, at a business summit hosted by power broker Amy Griffin. According to sources, Meghan was eager to learn from top entrepreneurs, showcasing her commitment to expanding her knowledge and influence beyond the royal sphere.
Despite the challenges and controversies surrounding their exit from royal duties, both Meghan and Prince Harry are said to be content with their current life in the United States. They are focused on creating a meaningful life separate from their past roles in the royal family. “After ‘Spare,’ [Harry and Meghan] realized, ‘OK, we’re ready to move on. We want to focus on our future…We can have meaning and importance separate from the lives we had previously,'” the source added.
As parents, Meghan and Harry are also dedicated to giving their children, Archie and Lilibet, as normal a childhood as possible, away from the intense public scrutiny that marked their own lives in the UK. They are hands-on parents, involved in their daily routines and shielding them from the spotlight. “They take the kids to school, they pick them up, and they are very active and present with them throughout the day,” a friend of the family shared.
Looking ahead, Meghan and Harry plan to discuss their royal heritage with Archie and Lilibet when the time is right. For now, they want their children to be recognized and loved for who they are as individuals, not merely for their royal connections. “They’re so well-mannered. Archie is sweet and curious and playful, and Lili is vibrant and happy,” the source noted.
Meghan’s journey from actress to duchess, and now to a determined entrepreneur, demonstrates her adaptability and drive. Her experiences within the royal family, though challenging, have evidently prepared her for a new chapter filled with purpose and passion.
