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Post by dewryce on Jan 8, 2020 20:37:15 GMT
I wonder what they mean by financially independent. Will they get jobs? Will Meghan go back to acting? I find that being included interesting as well. Are they getting a pay out? Allowance? Are they counting on being a celebrity to make money? A book? Harry had a generous inheritance from his mom, and I’d bet she brought some financial assets to the marriage. I would imagine they would still want to bring in more money because what is generous to me probably wouldn’t sustain their lifestyle. Along with Charles’s plan to slim down the monarchy, there has been been so much BS thrown at them, especially her, I think this is a great choice. And I thought the announcement was very well written. Good for them! I do hope they still get protection officers. IMHO it is a big loss for the Senior Royals though, H&M brought a fresh dynamic and could have helped bridge the gap between the old traditional Royal Family and one that is more accepted now.
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Post by mom on Jan 8, 2020 20:41:32 GMT
On Twitter I am seeing that its being reported that they didn't talk with The Queen or Charles before this announcement.Is that normal? I would have expected this would have been all worked out head of time, before releasing a statement? And now there is a statement from The Queen, saying (put simply) these things are complicated and will take time to work out. Its all so...strange to me that this is how it is playing out.
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Post by quinlove on Jan 8, 2020 20:42:49 GMT
His mother would be so proud of him. This makes my heart happy.
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Post by Olan on Jan 8, 2020 20:59:36 GMT
It'll be interesting to see over time how much of an 'ordinary' life they're able to live. Though how awesome is it that they get to decide as two people in love what’s ordinary and how best to align with that.
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Post by likescarrots on Jan 8, 2020 20:59:59 GMT
I wonder what they mean by financially independent. Will they get jobs? Will Meghan go back to acting? I find that being included interesting as well. Are they getting a pay out? Allowance? Are they counting on being a celebrity to make money? A book? I'll be interested to see. When I read that she would have to quit acting for good, I said 'we'll see how long that lasts'. I think she'll be back to it pretty quickly. I am a little turned off by the idea of them making money off of their charity work, when that seems to go completely against the traditional role of members of the Royal family.
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Post by dewryce on Jan 8, 2020 21:05:26 GMT
On Twitter I am seeing that its being reported that they didn't talk with The Queen or Charles before this announcement.Is that normal? I would have expected this would have been all worked out head of time, before releasing a statement? And now there is a statement from The Queen, saying (put simply) these things are complicated and will take time to work out. Its all so...strange to me that this is how it is playing out. Wow, I hadn’t read this. No, I would not imagine that is normal at all. UK peas, any insight?
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Post by gar on Jan 8, 2020 21:12:45 GMT
On Twitter I am seeing that its being reported that they didn't talk with The Queen or Charles before this announcement.Is that normal? I would have expected this would have been all worked out head of time, before releasing a statement? And now there is a statement from The Queen, saying (put simply) these things are complicated and will take time to work out. Its all so...strange to me that this is how it is playing out. Wow, I hadn’t read this. No, I would not imagine that is normal at all. UK peas, any insight? I think this is unprecedented. As it stands I don't think much happens without the Queen's knowledge and approval but who knows with this?
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Post by artgirl1 on Jan 8, 2020 21:30:26 GMT
Prince Harry is worth 40 million alone, without including anything he received from being a member of 'The Firm".
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Post by mom on Jan 8, 2020 21:32:19 GMT
Prince Harry is worth 40 million alone, without including anything he received from being a member of 'The Firm". True - but then why do they need to work towards being financially independent? Surely they can manage paying their own way on $40 mil.
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Post by birdgate on Jan 8, 2020 21:36:33 GMT
Exactly what I predicted so no one should be surprised since this was so obvious. Meghan is a millionaire already. The only self made one in the family. She'll probably work in media most likely a magazine. Work on jobs or a bunch 'projects', maybe one with Oprah or other media giants. Highly doubt she'll go back into acting. Maybe producing if anything.
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Post by cycworker on Jan 8, 2020 21:37:47 GMT
I think they're making a wise decision for their family and their marriage. It does leave me a bit sad in that I do suspect the brothers are at odds. Diana would not be happy about that. Makes me miss her; I actually think were she still alive the rift would not have happened, or it would have been repaired more quickly.
Who knows - this move may help.
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Post by cycworker on Jan 8, 2020 21:40:14 GMT
Prince Harry is worth 40 million alone, without including anything he received from being a member of 'The Firm". True - but then why do they need to work towards being financially independent? Surely they can manage paying their own way on $40 mil. I'm genuinely unsure. My guess is most of that is tied up long term, VS easily accessible cash.
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Post by wordfish on Jan 8, 2020 21:40:25 GMT
I am really impressed with them. They have it all laid out on their website.
They are also no longer going to be participating in the Royal Rota (traditional press arrangements).
They are no longer going to benefit from the Sovereign Grant, from which they barely benefited anyway, so now people cannot say they are living off taxpayers. Had they not chosen to sever this financial tie, they would have been unable to pursue job and business opportunities. Now they can.
They plan to continue to live at Frogmore Cottage with the permission of the Queen.
They plan to continue their roles as President and VP of the Commonwealth as well as all of their patronages and support the Queen in whatever additional ways they are called upon to honor her and her legacy.
They announced last year they are starting a new charity and are planning to devote time and resources toward that.
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Post by MichyM on Jan 8, 2020 21:45:31 GMT
Go, girl. Get that royal wedding then peace out on the bullshit. I am not a “royals” girl, but this made me laugh. Very true
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Post by Leone on Jan 8, 2020 21:54:36 GMT
I think he inherited millions from Diana. I am actually sad as he is my favorite. It is probably the best for them but I am still sad. She has never been someone I have liked and feel she has been less than a positive influence on him. I know many of you really like her and that’s fine.
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Post by QueenoftheSloths on Jan 8, 2020 21:55:33 GMT
I just hope they keep it classy. I don't want to see "Duchess of Sussex" brand mascara, or Prince Harry in a beer commercial.
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Jan 8, 2020 21:56:24 GMT
Well, I guess I don't really have a good impression of the whole "royal" thing anyway, so I am happy for them. Seems that he is being pushed out as his brother has more kids and his importance in the family is diminishing (which is what I don't like about the monarchy in the first place--that your importance, or lack of, is based on your parents and birth order, not who you are). I think that would be hard for anyone. How are William and Kate acting as their importance grows? I'm curious about that as well.
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Post by gar on Jan 8, 2020 22:04:45 GMT
Other members of the family are said to be hurt and disappointed that they didn't have a heads up. That's unusual language from them. So no approval asked for or given.
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Post by AussieMeg on Jan 8, 2020 22:06:34 GMT
Good for them. This is the best thing for them as a couple. The press and the public have been pretty brutal. Imagine being Harry and having to listen to all the disgusting things people have been saying about the woman you love.
And if they’re financially independent, what are all those whingers going to complain about now that they can’t call them dole bludgers?
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Post by craftymom101 on Jan 8, 2020 22:08:26 GMT
I just hope they keep it classy. I don't want to see "Duchess of Sussex" brand mascara, or Prince Harry in a beer commercial. I wouldn’t mind a Prince Harry beer commercial! 😂
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Post by wordfish on Jan 8, 2020 22:08:53 GMT
Other members of the family are said to be hurt and disappointed that they didn't have a heads up. That's unusual language from them. So no approval asked for or given. I'm wondering if that is accurate or not. There's really no way to tell at this point. What I really hope is that the Buckingham Palace statement was put out by the Firm since the Queen was probably already asleep. Heh. On the website, it's very clear that they plan to continue all of their current commitments in support of, and with respect to, Her Majesty. That's everywhere over all of the site.
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Post by dewryce on Jan 8, 2020 22:10:06 GMT
I suspect that the issues have been growing for a while. It seems to me that if they were in good terms with, or had their families support, that this would have been discussed with them ahead of time. I have long felt that the Royal entity has left Megan out to dry, just as they did Diana. Harry has stood up for her publicly at least 2 times and basically said to stop the bullshit. And from KP...crickets. Just an outsider’s point of view. Again, I applaud them and wish them happiness.
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Post by gar on Jan 8, 2020 22:13:48 GMT
Other members of the family are said to be hurt and disappointed that they didn't have a heads up. That's unusual language from them. So no approval asked for or given. I'm wondering if that is accurate or not. There's really no way to tell at this point. What I really hope is that the Buckingham Palace statement was put out by the Firm since the Queen was probably already asleep. Heh. I'm sure it came from reliable high level sources not just someone's imagination.
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Post by wordfish on Jan 8, 2020 22:19:30 GMT
I'm wondering if that is accurate or not. There's really no way to tell at this point. What I really hope is that the Buckingham Palace statement was put out by the Firm since the Queen was probably already asleep. Heh. I'm sure it came from reliable high level sources not just someone's imagination. I'm not as sure. I think this likely freaked out the non-family Royal establishment. At least I hope it did; that makes me laugh because I don't think they always act in the best interests of the Royal Family. I doubt anyone at the reporting level had a direct line to Charles or The Queen or William this evening.
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Post by gar on Jan 8, 2020 22:19:57 GMT
I suspect that the issues have been growing for a while. It seems to me that if they were in good terms with, or had their families support, that this would have been discussed with them ahead of time. I agree and that makes it seem very sad. I guess I wish it was being done with goodwill rather than with a vibe of 'them' and 'us'. That's what I am sad about mostly.
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Post by gar on Jan 8, 2020 22:22:36 GMT
I doubt anyone at the reporting level had a direct line to Charles or The Queen or William this evening. Certain trusted royal reporters have regular contacts within the household - they don't need direct lines. This was made public much earlier this evening in the UK with several using the same terminology.
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Post by kellapea on Jan 8, 2020 22:24:08 GMT
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Post by wordfish on Jan 8, 2020 22:29:15 GMT
I doubt anyone at the reporting level had a direct line to Charles or The Queen or William this evening. Certain trusted royal reporters have regular contacts within the household - they don't need direct lines. This was made public much earlier this evening in the UK with several using the same terminology. Oh, I understand that. I'm just not sure we can infer from the information we have that The Queen, William and Charles were not aware. The Sussex Royal website was quite comprehensive and well laid out--it's definitely been in the works for a good length of time.
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Post by wordfish on Jan 8, 2020 22:31:28 GMT
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Post by gar on Jan 8, 2020 22:32:10 GMT
Certain trusted royal reporters have regular contacts within the household - they don't need direct lines. This was made public much earlier this evening in the UK with several using the same terminology. Oh, I understand that. I'm just not sure we can infer from the information we have that The Queen, William and Charles were not aware. The Sussex Royal website was quite comprehensive and well laid out--it's definitely been in the works for a good length of time. The way it was reported here today was pretty clear, not inferred, that that was the case. I don't think it would have been said if it wasn't the case.
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