Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have dinner with a star couple, a rare fact for the increasingly isolated duo

Since their departure from the British royal family in January 2020, and have seen their social circle evolve radically. The Megxit, which marked a turning point in their lives, not only led their exile in the United States, but also an upheaval in their friendly relations. If some relatives have remained faithful to them, others have chosen to move away from the couple, whether by disagreement with their choices or by weariness in the face of the controversies that surround them. When they arrived in California, Meghan and Harry were warmly welcomed by the Hollywood gratin. The couple, who wanted to build a new life far from the royal constraints, quickly woven links with influential celebrities like, Tyler Perry or Serena Williams. However, according to several sources close to the couple, social dynamics around Sussex has evolved over the years. Influential figures which were once part of their intimate circle seem today to distance themselves. One of the first to get away was their friendship began to vacillate after a controversy involving Jessica Mulroney, accused of moving on social networks in 2020.

Although Meghan Markle has never taken a public position on this affair, it would seem that the two women have gradually moved away. Others nevertheless chose to continue to appear with the couple. Saturday February 8, 2025, The Duke and the Duchess of Sussex shared an intimate dinner with their close friend after celebrating the opening of the Invictus Games 2025. The group dinted in Vij’s, an Indian restaurant located south of downtown Vancouver, which they had already visited in 2024 and where Prince William and also dined . They were accompanied by Chantelle Humphrey, a friend close to Meghan and first assistant to her during her stay in Canada for the television series Suitsas well as her husband Luke. Chantelle and Luke also joined the NHL games earlier in the evening. “They are incredible, extremely beautiful and very friendly”said Vikram Vij, the owner and chef, to HELLO!. And the latter to add: “Meghan is great and loved all the dishes. She remembered the peppers of the last time, and I was totally impressed because she knew that ‘Bhindi’ is the Hindi word for Gombo “.

The back of the medal?

The scandal around the Megxit pushed other people to move away from the couple … for example? During the royal marriage of Meghan and Harry in 2018, George and Amal Clooney were among the guests of Prestige. Their presence, perceived as the sign of a great friendship, fueled speculations on the proximity of the two couples. However, from the Megxit, the Clooney have been discreet about their relationship with the Sussex. According to some rumors, The actor and the lawyer specializing in human rights would have chosen not to get too involved in the media torments that surround Meghan and Harry. Unwavering Prince Harry, especially after the death of Princess Diana, with whom he had a great friendship. He also defended the couple after criticisms concerning their use of private jets.

However, according to some relatives, the singer is increasingly reserved for the recent choices of the couple, in particular their tendency to publicly expose family conflicts in their interviews and their Netflix documentary. Likewise, figures like David and Victoria Beckham, formerly close to the couple, seem to have moved away. And their desire to lead a life away from royal pressures, but this freedom has a price … by distanting themselves from the royal family and by publicly sharing their disputes, They also aroused discomfort and sometimes the disagreement of certain influential relationships. Now installed in Montecito, the couple is continuing their way, multiplying audiovisual and charity projects. It remains to be seen if they will be able to strengthen their network or if they isolate themselves more in their quest for emancipation.