Prince Harry-Meghan Markle heading for divorce? Duchess of Sussex breaks silence after solo Thanksgiving appearance

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly in the midst of a professional separation and are not working together. Multiple reports have suggested that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's work relationship is in a "very bad taste". There are also rumours that Harry and Meghan are contemplating working independently of each other.

Amid the rumours of divorce, Meghan Markle has broken her silence and released a statement following her appearance at a Thanksgiving event last week without her husband Prince Harry. Meghan, 43, and Harry, 40, The Sussex couple now residing in Monteccito, California, have recently been giving attendance at public events without each other. Speaking last month, they admitted they are at 'crossroads' with their work and as it appeared the couple has been going through some sort of a 'professional separation'.

The former royals are also subject to a new bombshell documentary German network ZDF- Prince Harry—The Lost Prince. From couple's quest for relevance after they step down from royal family to Harry's struggles after his decision to quit the Firm, the movie will shed light on many topics of Duke and Duchess of Sussex. It is all set to air on December 3.

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Meghan Markle's statement on attending solo Thanksgiving event

Markle recently hosted an intimate dinner for the Southern California Welcome Project through the Sussexes’ Archewell Foundation. Meghan Markle was all smiles as she got stuck in but Harry was once again not there. Now, the mother-of-two has spoken out in a statement shared on their joint foundation website.

The former actress has since shared a statement on their Archewell website following the Thanksgiving event, in which she opened up about the “heartfelt dinner” she threw for Afghan women with their partner organization, Mina’s List.

“This initiative has spent the past year building community through storytelling and creating a safe space for women who have resettled in the US from Afghanistan,” the statement read. “The evening included a shared meal that encouraged open conversation centered on gratitude and resilience.”

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The statement added: "The evening included a shared meal that encouraged open conversation centered on gratitude and resilience. The Duchess expressed her deep appreciation to the attendees for sharing their personal stories and cultural experiences, underscoring her excitement for future gatherings that continue to strengthen these connections.

"The dinner was hosted at Our Place, founded by Shiza Shahid, where the participants were gifted with new cookware for the upcoming holiday season. The Archewell Foundation remains committed to uplifting women and fostering community through shared experiences, reinforcing the importance of unity and support during challenging times."

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Meghan, Harry celebrations "pretty low-key"

The Duchess of Sussex, a known Thanksgiving enthusiast, revealed that her and Prince Harry's celebrations are typically "pretty low-key". She told Marie Claire magazine, "being close to my mom is great", hinting that Doria Ragland will likely join the Sussexes for the holiday.

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Markle also shared a memorable Thanksgiving anecdote about hosting feminist icon Gloria Steinem for Thanksgiving one year. She noted: "I was thinking about, in the past few years of having Thanksgiving here, like many of us, I think you always make sure there's room at the table for your friends who don't have family, which is really key."

Prince Harry, who stepped back from royal duties in January 2020 and no longer uses HRH title, recently attended Invictus Games events in Vancouver, Canada. Harry and Meghan demonstrated solidarity earlier this month by jointly commemorating US and UK veterans on Veteran's Day.

Meghan and Harry are scheduled to make public appearances at the Invictus Games in Canada in February 2025. The Duchess has hinted that their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, who are seldom seen in public, might also make an appearance.

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Is Harry celebrating Christmas alone?

Prince Harry is reportedly preparing to host a special Christmas party in yet another solo appearance. Invitations have reportedly gone out for the Duke of Sussex to host a special festive video call with children involved in a charity close to his heart, reports The Mirror.

The Duke of Sussex's virtual event for Christmas is reportedly set to take place on December 10, where he will chat with children supported by Scotty's Little Soldiers, a charity that supports youngsters who have lost a parent in the armed forces. On Prince Harry's guest list are the kids linked with Scotty's Little Soldiers—a charity dear to Harry’s heart that supports children who've lost a military parent.