politics
Harry and Meghan: the key moments, conflicts and controversies since their US move
Expected return to UK of Duke and Duchess of Sussex marks the latest twist in the long-running saga surrounding the couple since they left for the US in 2020
TL;DR
- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly expected to return to the UK with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
- The couple stepped down as working royals in January 2020, moving to California in June of the same year.
- Key events since their move include the Oprah Winfrey interview in March 2021, the birth of Lilibet in June 2021, Harry's memoir 'Spare' in January 2023, and King Charles's cancer diagnosis in February 2024.
- Harry has been involved in legal challenges regarding his UK security arrangements.
- Despite past tensions, King Charles met privately with Harry and his family in July 2026.
- The couple will reportedly maintain their homes in California and Portugal, and will not return to royal duties.