Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are set to return to the UK with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, in July, marking their first family visit in four years. The trip coincides with the one-year countdown to the Invictus Games. However, a bombshell revelation on The Royals Uncensored has cast a shadow over the visit.
Mark Dolan's Bombshell Claims
During Thursday's episode of The Royals Uncensored, hosted by Katie Nicholl and Jo Elvin, TalkTV presenter Mark Dolan joined the discussion. He described the Sussexes' return as a bombshell and suggested it reveals a deeper truth. Dolan stated, "This is a bombshell! It's surprised royal journalists and the public..." He noted that relations between the Sussexes and the Royal Family are "thawing."
Dolan's Analysis of Brand Sussex
When asked about Meghan's enthusiasm for the trip, Dolan claimed the move "smacks of desperation." He argued, "The fact that it's happening for this non-event of this one year countdown, which Harry could have easily done on Zoom from Montecito, smacks of desperation." He added, "I think what this move reveals is the total failure of the Sussex brand in the United States; the money is drying up."
Dolan highlighted their Netflix deal, noting that bosses can reject their pitches, and pointed out that Harry's speaking fees have plummeted from $1 million to $50,000 per speech. He also claimed that Meghan's lifestyle brand, As Ever, is struggling.
Financial Worries and Reconciliation
Dolan suggested that Harry and Meghan are "really worried," particularly Meghan, whom he described as seeing herself as the breadwinner. He concluded, "The received wisdom is they get back to the UK, recalibrate their royal credentials and hopefully it boosts their brand."
Prince Harry has previously expressed a desire for reconciliation with the Royal Family. In September 2025, he met King Charles at Clarence House, their first face-to-face meeting since February 2024, seen as a step toward mending the rift.
