By Katherine Tinsley
11:01am PST, Nov 3, 2025
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King Charles III's former butler
Grant Harrold explained how
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could become working royals again despite attacking the monarchy.
"It's extremely unlikely, but you never know," Harrold told Action Network. "I don't think it's what the royal family would want, and I don't think Meghan and Harry would give up their new lives in the U.S."
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"I can't see the King allowing them to pick up official duties while living outside the Commonwealth," Grant Harrold continued. "The late
Queen was very clear that there was no half-in, half-out option — and the King will respect and continue her views…"
When
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle first left the royal fold, they claimed they were creating a "progressive new role" within the royal family. However, their move to Canada resulted in them being on the outskirts of the monarchy.
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Since
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are settled in California, becoming working royals "would be a long process," Grant Harrold noted. "There would be extensive meetings."
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"It wouldn't just be down to the King and Prince William — it would be the 'men in suits' as well. It's the household," Grant Harrold continued, referring to the palace staffers. "It's them who run the diaries, the events, the day-to-day workings."
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle would have to keep their mouth shut in the future in order to gain back the royal family's trust.
"There would be so much to discuss," Grant Harrold shared. "They'll be wondering if it's safe to let them back in in terms of reputation. There would be a whole, long process."
