Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have focused on building a quiet life in California for themselves and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. Their main goal: to raise their kids with privacy and normalcy, far from royal protocols and the British tabloids.
Though Archie and Lilibet live in the U.S., they remain in the line of succession to the British throne—sixth and seventh, respectively—and received their royal titles in line with tradition after King Charles III became monarch in 2022.
In March 2023, the couple confirmed their daughter’s title publicly during her christening, which was held privately in California. The Royal Family’s official website reflects both children’s titles.
No Public Funds or Royal Support
Because Harry and Meghan are no longer working royals, they and their children don’t receive money from the UK’s Sovereign Grant, which funds official royal duties. The couple have been financially independent since 2020, earning income through projects like their Archewell Foundation and media partnerships.
Any future inheritance for Archie and Lilibet would likely come from private family wealth, not public royal funds. The details of royal wills are typically kept sealed, and there’s no confirmed information about financial arrangements for the Sussex children.
Media Curiosity vs. Reality
Despite Harry and Meghan’s efforts to shield their kids, public curiosity about Archie and Lilibet persists—fueled by their titles and family ties. But in practice, royal titles are symbolic. They don’t come with income or obligations unless paired with official royal roles, which neither child currently has.
There’s also no credible evidence suggesting any financial disputes or claims involving Meghan’s mother, Doria Ragland, or the children.
Looking Ahead
Archie and Lilibet’s futures lie more in the hands of their parents than in royal tradition. While they are part of a historic lineage, they’re being raised to lead private, independent lives. If that ever changes, the Royal Family might revisit their roles—but for now, their story is one of family-first values in a modern world.
