Meghan Markle has described cosmetics tycoon Victoria Jackson as her 'safe harbour', a term that has taken on new significance as reports emerge of the 70-year-old lending the Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry her luxury properties. The couple, who have faced financial uncertainty after their Netflix deal ended, are said to use Jackson's mansions as a base, with one source claiming the homes make their own Montecito residence 'look like a prison'.
Jackson, known as the 'Queen of Cosmetics', owns a 14-bedroom Beverly Hills mansion originally built for silent film star Buster Keaton, as well as a ranch near Santa Barbara where Meghan spent her 41st birthday. The properties feature a 50ft living room, 60ft pool, and staff quarters, offering a stark contrast to the Sussexes' current home.
The friendship between Meghan and Jackson dates back years, with the Duchess supporting the entrepreneur's business ventures. In a 2021 interview, Meghan referred to Jackson as her 'safe harbour' during a period of intense media scrutiny following the couple's Oprah Winfrey interview, where they discussed their departure from the Royal Family and alleged concerns over their son Archie's skin colour.
The arrangement allows the Sussexes to maintain their affluent lifestyle without the cost of owning such properties, as they continue to seek new income streams after their Netflix deal concluded in 2025. Questions remain about how the couple will sustain their lifestyle without returning to royal duties.
