Despite the lush California property being showcased in the series, locals claim to rarely spot the family of four, including Archie and Lilibet. Barry Mayor, a PR expert and local resident, expressed growing frustration among neighbors due to Meghan and Harry’s jet-setting lifestyle. According to Mayor, the couple lived down the street in a considerably pricier location, but their absence has raised eyebrows.
Barry Mayor added that while nobody in the area is exactly struggling financially, the lack of sightings of the royal couple has led to diminishing local tolerance. This sentiment, he claims, mirrors the broader sentiment in the USA, where those who admire Meghan and Harry seem to have an unwavering tolerance, while others are unimpressed or simply tired of hearing about them.
Last October, there were rumors that Prince Harry was considering derailing their move to Malibu in favor of living in New York City. The Sussexes have indeed been spotted frequently in the Big Apple, and Harry reportedly finds the city appealing for its fast pace, culture, and social scene. A friend of Harry mentioned that returning to London from New York is also more convenient than from Malibu.
While Harry was initially enthusiastic about the Malibu move, there are now suggestions that he might be having second thoughts, with the possibility of wanting to buy property in New York instead. Some insiders believe this change in preference appears illogical and even sabotaging.
Meghan, on the other hand, reportedly wishes to stay close to Los Angeles for her career, frequently commuting for work meetings. Despite this, she is said to understand Harry’s desire to reconnect with family and friends in the UK. The couple has apparently found a compromise, considering the option of acquiring a place in New York once they establish themselves in Hollywood.
The couple’s relationship with their neighbors has been a topic of discussion, with reports of Meghan’s perceived arrogance and manipulation of Prince Harry. A survey indicated that 33% disapprove of Meghan, with 31% approving, resulting in a net approval rating of minus two. Harry, on the other hand, has a net approval rating of 12, with 39% liking him and 27% disliking him, showing a drop from previous polls.
