Despite stepping back from royal duties over four years ago, Meghan Markle still considers herself a "working royal," according to a close insider. The Duchess of Sussex, who relocated to California with Prince Harry in 2020, reportedly maintains a strong sense of duty and purpose tied to her royal identity.
A Royal Mindset Persists
The source revealed that Meghan remains deeply connected to the ethos of service she embraced during her time as a senior royal. "She may no longer carry out official engagements, but in her heart, she still sees herself as part of that world," the insider shared.
This perspective comes despite the couple's very public departure from royal life, marked by their explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey and subsequent Netflix documentary.
The Sussexes' New Chapter
Since establishing their independence, the Duke and Duchess have launched several ventures, including:
- Their Netflix production company, Archewell Productions
- The Archewell Foundation for charitable work
- Meghan's successful podcast series, Archetypes
Yet, according to the insider, these professional pursuits haven't diminished Meghan's royal self-perception. "She approaches everything with the same dedication she brought to royal duties," the source noted.
Royal Rifts and Reconciliation
The revelation comes amid ongoing tensions within the royal family, particularly following:
- King Charles's cancer diagnosis
- Prince Harry's brief visit to the UK
- Persistent rumors about reconciliation efforts
Royal experts suggest this self-identification as a working royal could complicate any potential return to official duties, should relations improve.
"The royal family operates on very specific terms," one commentator observed. "Meghan's continued association with that identity raises interesting questions about how she views her future role."
