Royal feud is 'alive and well'

A royal expert tells new that while the Sussexes pursue different goals, there's a growing divide between them and the rest of Prince Harry's family

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With an awkward royal diary clash and the announcement of Meghan Markle's Hollywood comeback, the rift between the Sussexes and the royal family could not have looked more glaring.

Last week Prince Harry risked overshadowing his brother by embarking on his own high-profile foreign trip, just as Prince William was visiting Brazil for his much-anticipated Earthshot Prize and to represent King Charles at the COP30 climate change summit.

The timing could hardly have been worse, with photos of Harry, 41, posing with soldiers in Canada emerging as William, 43, was giving his keynote speech at the eco conference.

As if that wasn't enough, Harry's wife Meghan, 44, then stole headlines from both of them, after it was announced she will make her acting comeback with a role in a big-budget Hollywood movie. The former Suits star, who quit acting when she became a member of the royal family, has landed a part in upcoming blockbuster Close Personal Friends, alongside Emily In Paris actress Lily Collins and Marvel regular Brie Larson.

While movie insiders are said to have been "sworn to secrecy" over the specifics of her role, it's been reported that Meghan will play herself and sees the part as a "massive moment" that could herald a full-time return to acting after her eight-year hiatus.

Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams claims the week's events not only show that the feud between the Sussexes and royals is "alive and well", but also points to a growing divide between Harry and Meghan, with her focus on a Hollywood comeback further proof that a return to the UK isn't on the cards any time soon.