It seems Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s glamorous Hollywood life isn’t quite living up to the royal fantasy they left behind. After stepping away from royal duties, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been spotted photobombing celebrities at star-studded events—raising eyebrows and questions about what they really gained by walking away from the palace.
The latest viral moment took place at the 2025 Invictus Games in Canada, where Meghan posed with pop icon Nelly Furtado for a selfie. Suddenly, Harry sneaked into the frame with a playful photobomb, creating a hilarious yet telling image of the couple’s new public persona. Videos and photos quickly flooded social media, sparking a mix of amusement and bafflement from fans and critics alike.
This isn’t an isolated incident. Over the past year, the Sussexes have been seen repeatedly crashing celebrity events, sometimes uninvited, prompting whispers that their Hollywood connections haven’t quite translated into the star power or respect they anticipated. Insiders reveal the couple struggles to secure top-tier roles and invitations, resorting more and more to these light-hearted “photobomb” moments to stay relevant.
What’s striking is the stark contrast between their former regal responsibilities and their present role as minor celebrities trying to carve out a niche in the entertainment world. “They gave up royal protocols and global influence for a life chasing fleeting fame,” remarks one media insider.
Social media users have had mixed reactions, with some fans loving the couple’s laid-back antics, finding them refreshing and relatable. Others view these photobomb moments as a sign of desperation and question the couple’s choice to leave royal life only to photobomb other A-listers.
Celebrities themselves seem bemused by the Sussexes’ antics, with some private comments hinting that the couple is still trying to find their place in Hollywood’s complex social landscape.
As Meghan and Harry navigate this new reality filled with flashing cameras but fewer royal privileges, the question remains—was trading crowns for celebrity worth it?
