Since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle returned to the UK, their former LA neighbors have been reacting to their departure. One Montecito local even had a sharp, blunt four-letter word for the Duke, as reports suggest relief rather than sadness is the prevailing mood in California following the Sussexes’ exit.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle called out by former neighbors
Prince Harry has been branded a “jerk” by his former neighbors, in what is being seen as a sign that more people are starting to “see through the Sussexes.” The alleged reaction follows the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s quiet exit from the upscale Montecito enclave in California. They had lived there since 2020 after stepping back from royal duties.
However, according to the Daily Express, residents of the affluent LA community may not be rushing to welcome them back. Former Beach Boys member Bruce Johnson called the duke “a jerk” and said that he went home to “tell his brother he’s sorry.”
Speaking about the remarks on this week’s Daily Expresso podcast, host JJ Anisiobi said, “Their neighbours are sick of them, and you will not believe what they called Harry. They said Prince Harry is a jerk. And this ain’t anyone, this is a very wealthy neighbour of theirs.” Commentator Mark Dolan chimed in with, “This is another talented person who sees through the Sussexes.”
The non-working royals have also faced criticism from other prominent figures, including Piers Morgan, Noel Gallagher, Martha Stewart and, most notably, Donald Trump.
Furthermore, designer Penny Bianchi claimed that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were “not popular” in Montecito. According to her, Prince Archie was withdrawn from school without warning. Bianchi added that teachers only became aware of it when the news went public.
It seems like the Sussexes might now be facing a similarly frosty reception in their new home in the Cotswolds. Local residents are saying that the royal couple “should be banned” and described them as “awful and a disgrace.” They also raised concerns that the pair’s move would lead to an influx of tourists, disturbing the “quiet and peaceful” area.
