When Prince Harry and Meghan Markle left royal duties behind, they moved to California, seeking privacy for their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
However, despite stepping back, the couple remains in the spotlight through Harry’s memoir *Spare* and other public appearances.
Protective of their children, Harry and Meghan have shared only limited glimpses of them, with one notable exception in their 2022 Netflix documentary.
Their decision to grant royal titles to Archie and Lilibet raised questions, given their desire for a quieter life. The couple believed their children should have the freedom to embrace or reject these titles in the future.
Royal expert Angela Levin suggested the titles could tether the children to the monarchy, potentially causing challenges as they grow older.
Archie and Lilibet have limited contact with Harry’s royal relatives and have never met their maternal grandfather, Thomas Markle.
Concerns about safety have also strained ties to the UK, as Harry and Meghan lost official protection after stepping down.
According to experts, Meghan is committed to raising their children as Americans. While life in California offers freedom, royal commentators note that Archie and Lilibet may one day feel the absence of connections to their royal heritage.
