A neighbour has voiced his opinion about living next door to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in Montecito, California.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s neighbour in Montecito claims that he was surprised to find out the couple had moved there and revealed that the neighbourhood typically attracts older residents.
Discussing his surprise over having Meghan and Harry – as well as their two young children – in the neighbourhood, he said: “It’s where the elephants come to die”.
Speaking to the Montecito Journal, Frank McGinity, 88, claimed: “It’s surprising they came here. People are typically older. It’s where the elephants come to die. We don’t see them very much around here.”
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex eventually relocated to America after stepping down as senior working royals in 2020.
The US Navy veteran firmly stated “they’re not interested” in being neighbours after he tried to deliver some films about the area when he learned the couple had moved in. He claimed their security turned him away.
Sophia Papamavroudi
Prince Andrew deep in thought while out riding on eve of bombshell royal drama release
Prince Andrew has been snapped deep in thought today while riding his horse in Windsor.
The Duke of York, 64, rode with a groom before driving back to Royal Lodge, which is currently causing a dispute between him and his brother, King Charles.
The horse ride comes the day before the release of a new bombshell series ‘A Very Royal Scandal’, which focuses on the prince’s scandalous Newsnight interview.
Prince Andrew was seen in Windsor today (Image: Getty)
Sophia Papamavroudi
Prince William provides touching support to widow of Rob Burrow in new book
The Prince of Wales has provided a message of support to the window of the late rugby league legend Rob Burrow.
Lindsey Burrow, who is mother to their three young children, has inspired the nation through her selfless commitment to her husband throughout his heroic battle with motor neurone disease.
Rob passed away in June, aged just 41. The book – which is titled ‘Take Care: A Memoir of Love, Family & Never Giving Up’ is set for release on February 27, 2025.
Prince William has provided support to Rob Burrow’s widow (Image: Getty)
Sophia Papamavroudi
Princess Kate’s next public engagement set to be within weeks as royal returns to work
The Princess of Wales has finally made her grand return to royal duties following the completion of her cancer treatment and is expected to attend a major royal event in just a few weeks’ time.
Princess Kate held her first official meeting at Windsor Castle on Tuesday since announcing the end of her preventative chemotherapy treatment last week.
But the Princess of Wales is also expected to make her first big public appearance in early November.
Princess Kate is hoping to attend Remembrance Sunday (Image: Getty)
Reason royals publicly wished Prince Harry a happy 40th – and why Meghan wasn’t ‘snubbed’
Prince Harry turned 40 on Sunday and eyebrows were raised after the royals publicly sent him their best wishes, however, there is a simple explanation behind the move.
The Duke of Sussex has been estranged from the Royal Family ever since he and wife Meghan Markle stepped down as senior working royals in 2020 and moved to the US.
But on Sunday, both Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace posted on their social media to wish him a happy 40th birthday.
And it’s linked to one of the late Queen Elizabeth’s decisions to only publicly mark the birthdays of non-working royals when these end in a zero.
Prince Harry turned 40 on Sunday (Image: Getty)
Sophia Papamavroudi
The real reason why Prince Harry is ‘unlikely to see King Charles’ on trip to London
Prince Harry will return to the UK later this month to attend a prestigious awards ceremony in London, however, he is unlikely to meet with his father, King Charles, due to one simple reason.
The Duke of Sussex will travel to his home country for the fourth time this year to attend the WellChild Awards on September 30.
However, the King is expected to be in Scotland, as he, alongside Queen Camilla, are set to attend a special 25th anniversary celebration at the Scottish Parliament on September 28.
Prince Harry will attend this year’s WellChild awards in London (Image: Getty)
Sophia Papamavroudi
Princess Diana’s favourite lunch recipe that she demanded ‘once a week’
The royal chef who catered to the royal household for a remarkable 15 years has candidly shared Princess Diana’s favourite lunch recipe.
In an endearing tribute video he uploaded on his YouTube channel to celebrate what would have been the beloved Diana’s 60th birthday, Darren McGrady spilt the beans about the Princess of Wales’ penchant for “comfort foods” those homely treats she could savour alongside her sons, Prince William and Prince Harry.
He unveiled that “one of her favourite meals” was the homely eggs Suzette, a concoction mainly involving a baked potato topped with eggs.
Princess Diana was a huge fan of this lunch recipe (Image: Getty)
Sophia Papamavroudi
Prince Harry shows true colours at LA tennis tournament as he fails to ‘hide his emotions’
Prince Harry seemed “happy” and appeared to be “enjoying his life” in LA during his latest appearance at a charity tennis tournament last weekend, a body language expert has claimed.
The Duke of Sussex stepped out with his wife, Meghan Markle, in sunny California to attend the George Zajfen Tennis Tournament on Saturday, just one day before his 40th birthday.
Speaking on behalf of Betfair Slots, body language expert Darren Stanton analysed the duke’s appearance and claimed that Harry showed “real expressions of happiness and joy” with no fake smiles present, which were similar to how he normally acts during the Invictus Games.
Prince Harry attended a charity tennis tournament last weekend (Image: Vanessa Preziose/Alliance for Children’s Rights)
Sophia Papamavroudi
Royal Family have one major concern about Prince Andrew as Firm agree unusual tactic
EXCLUSIVE: Prince William was spotted driving his uncle to church recently in a sign that the Duke of York has been welcomed back into the fold.
However, there could be a more strategic reason behind the Royal Family’s acceptance of the scandalous prince.
According to an extremely well-placed source, the Firm has huddled together to prevent Prince Andrew, 64, from penning a book about his associations with Jeffrey Epstein.
– By Nathan Kay – Weekend Editor (Royal)
The Firm are holding Andrew close for fear of another bombshell tell-all (Image: Getty)
Sophia Papamavroudi
Prince Harry handed poll victory as young Britons reveal what they truly think of him
Prince Harry has been handed a major poll victory as young people in the UK reveal what they truly think of him – especially if he were to return as a senior working royal.
The Duke of Sussex made the decision to step down from royal duties in 2020, and now resides in the US with Meghan Markle and their two children.
In a new poll conducted by Ipsos, 1,097 British adults – all aged between 18 and 75 – were asked whether they would support the Duke of Sussex if he were to return to the royal duties.
Prince Harry has received support from younger Britons (Image: Getty)
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Prince William pays heartfelt tribute to Aston Villa legend before Champions League clash
Prince William shared a personal good luck message as Aston Villa’s Champions League adventure started this evening, as the West Midlands team kicked off their campaign away to Swiss side, Young Boys.Just minutes before kick-off, Prince William took to his personal Twitter account to wish the team luck. His post was captioned: “The last time Aston Villa won in the top European competition, it was the month before I was born. Let’s hope tonight is the first step towards another European adventure.”
Prince William has paid tribute (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle intervene in US election with new statement
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have released a statement through their Archewell foundation urging people to vote in the upcoming 2024 US election.
It read: “Voting is not just a right; it’s a fundamental way to influence the fate of our communities. At The Archewell Foundation, we recognize that civic engagement, no matter one’s political party, is at the heart of a more just and equitable world. By participating in initiatives like this, we aim to amplify the message that every voice matters.
“Together, let’s make sure every eligible voter is informed and empowered to participate in shaping America’s future.”
Meghan and Harry have released a statement (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
Prince Andrew needs to move out of Royal Lodge to protect his daughters
Prince Andrew has been urged to move out of Royal Lodge in order to protect Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie.
According to the Mail’s columnist Angela Mollard, Andrew should make the decision sooner rather than later in order to protect his two daughters.
Prince Andrew and his daughters (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
Humiliation for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as Montecito locals issue damning verdict
Neighbours have begun to voice their opinions about living next door to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in Montecito, California, where the high-profile couple live with their two young children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex eventually relocated to America after stepping down as senior working royals in 2020.One neighbour in particular, Frank McGinity, reportedly felt rejected after being turned away at the gates of the Duke and Duchess of Sussexes’ multi-million dollar home, and firmly has stated “they’re not interested” in being neighbours.
Meghan and Harry live in California (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
Prince George and Charlotte ‘forbidden’ from travelling together in 308 days due to rule
The eldest of Prince William and Princess Kate’s royal children will see their lives change dramatically in 308 days because of a very old rule designed to keep the line of succession safe.
The protocol is designed to protect the monarchy in case of accidents and will see Prince George, 11, and Princess Charlotte, nine, separated once he turns 12 years old.
George and Charlotte pictured with their parents and younger brother (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
Princess Beatrice’s rarely seen daughter Sienna turns three – what we know about her
Born on September 18, 2021, to Princess Beatrice and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi has captured royal fans’ hearts with her royal lineage and aristocratic Italian roots.As she turns three today, curiosity about her upbringing, future, and place within the Royal Family is growing.Sienna comes from a mix of British and Italian nobility. On her mother’s side, she is the granddaughter of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, giving her close ties to Queen Elizabeth II, after whom she is partly named.
Princess Beatrice welcomed her daughter in 2021 (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
Meghan Markle set to shun UK yet again as Prince Harry goes solo on upcoming trip
Meghan Markle is not set to join Prince Harry in the UK later this month as the Duke returns to attend the annual WellChild awards in London.
It has been confirmed that Harry will attend the awards on September 30, an event that he has attended for many years.
Meghan is not set to join Harry in the UK this month (Image: GETTY)
Lauren Welch
The exact date Prince Harry will return to the UK revealed
Prince Harry wil be making a return to the UK on September 30 for the annual WellChild awards in London.
In his role as patron for the charity, which supports seriously ill children and their families, Harry’s attendance has been confirmed.
He is a regular at their annual awards ceremony, and made an appearance last year.
Prince Harry is returning to the UK this month (Image: GETTY)
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Lauren Welch
Princess Kate’s emotional cancer update decoded by expert: ‘Wanted to make a point’
The Princess of Wales shared a hopeful update on her cancer journey last week by revealing that she has finished her chemotherapy treatment.
In an emotional address to the world, which featured a deeply intimate and personal insight into Kate’s home life, the mother of three shared that she has reached a huge milestone achievement in her quest to beat the disease.
Princess Kate pictured in the video (Image: Will Warr/Kensington Palace)
Lauren Welch
Princess Kate returns to work with first royal engagement since finishing chemotherapy
The Princess of Wales has returned to work and has resumed Royal engagements at Windsor Castle following the conclusion of her chemotherapy treatment. Kate, 42, disclosed just last week that she had wrapped up her treatment regime and was gearing up for a gradual return to her Royal duties.
In a heartfelt video featuring herself, Prince William, and their children, the princess – who received a cancer diagnosis in February – expressed keenness to get back on duty but noted, “My path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes.”
