Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been described as 'dirt poor' compared with their wealthy acquaintances, despite their multimillion-pound California property and commercial ventures. The description appeared in an anonymous Reddit account recounting an alleged conversation with a man said to be familiar with the couple.
The account claimed the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were considerably less wealthy than some affluent people in their social circle, but offered no independently verifiable financial evidence to support the comparison.
Screenshots of the account circulated on X on 9 November 2026, drawing attention to the Sussexes' finances and their efforts to establish financial independence. However, the identity of the man and his alleged access to the couple's financial information have not been independently established.
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— Harry Got Hustled (@takebackusofa) November 9, 2026
Anonymous Source Questions Sussexes' Wealth
The anonymous account described the couple as 'dirt poor' compared with their affluent acquaintances. It also claimed they had significantly less money than people in their social circle, although it did not provide financial records, figures or documentary evidence. The individuals involved in the alleged comparison were not identified.
Being less wealthy than multimillionaire entrepreneurs or billionaires does not necessarily mean someone is experiencing financial hardship. The account does not establish that the couple are struggling to meet their expenses or maintain their lifestyle.
The Sussexes' Montecito property has been a prominent feature of their high-profile lifestyle since they purchased the California estate in June 2020 for a reported $14.65 million. The seven-acre property features a nine-bedroom main house, a two-bedroom guesthouse, a swimming pool and a tennis court. Reports also indicated that the purchase was partly financed through an original $9.5 million mortgage, although this figure does not establish their current outstanding debt.
The couple returned to the UK with their children on 26 August 2026, while retaining their California property. Their return has prompted further interest in their living arrangements and future plans. However, a change in residence does not provide evidence of a change in their financial circumstances.
Harry and Meghan's Business Ventures
Since stepping away from senior working royal duties in 2020, Harry and Meghan have pursued commercial opportunities in an effort to establish financial independence. They announced a Netflix agreement through their production company, Archewell Productions, that year to develop entertainment projects, including documentaries and films.
Their projects included the 2022 documentary series Harry & Meghan, which explored their relationship, experiences within the Royal Family and decision to leave Britain. Netflix extended its relationship with Archewell Productions in August 2025 through a multi-year first-look agreement.
The arrangement allows the production company to develop projects for consideration by the streaming service, but its precise financial terms have not been publicly disclosed. The agreement demonstrates continuing commercial activity but does not establish the couple's personal earnings or overall wealth.
Harry also enjoyed considerable commercial success with his memoir, Spare, which was released on 10 January 2023 and became a bestseller. The book offered personal accounts of his childhood, relationships with members of the Royal Family and decision to step away from royal life. Its sales success, however, does not reveal the precise amount of money Harry personally retained.
Meghan launched her lifestyle brand, As Ever, in 2025, adding another commercial venture to her portfolio outside the monarchy. The brand initially partnered with Netflix, but the two parties announced in March 2026 that their partnership had ended, with As Ever continuing independently. This development was separate from Netflix's extended agreement with Archewell Productions.
The couple's philanthropic work is now associated with Archewell Philanthropies, following the organisation's transition in December 2025. This charitable operation is separate from Archewell Productions, their commercial entertainment company. Although their various ventures demonstrate efforts to establish professional identities beyond royal life, they do not provide a complete picture of their personal wealth.
