Even Their Own Sussex Squad Secretly Wishes They Were More Like William and Catherine, the Real Prince and Princess of Wales!**
In the sun-drenched hills of Montecito, California, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have built what they call their “sanctuary”—a sprawling $14.65 million estate complete with lush gardens, French doors opening to manicured lawns, and endless photo ops of domestic bliss. But to critics and even some disillusioned fans, it’s less a royal retreat and more a private kingdom of delusion, where the Duke and Duchess of Sussex crown themselves **King and Queen of the backyard**, parading around like they’ve reinvented monarchy on their own terms. The sheer absurdity? Quite laughable. And the irony? Even segments of the once-fierce **Sussex Squad** are whispering that they’d prefer Harry and Meghan to emulate the grounded, dutiful style of Prince William and Catherine, the Prince and Princess of Wales.
Recent glimpses into the couple’s Montecito life—shared via Meghan’s relaunched Instagram—paint a picture of endless garden tours, rose-clipping sessions, and family moments staged for maximum aesthetic appeal. Meghan hauls baskets of white roses down stairs, waters flower beds with one of the kids (carefully cropped for privacy, of course), and poses amid the greenery like it’s a perpetual lifestyle shoot. Harry pops in for cameos, the pair share kisses over gumbo, and everything screams “We’re thriving, we’re relatable, we’re better off here.” Yet online observers can’t help but mock the over-the-top presentation: one viral X post nailed it with a photo captioned “King and Queen of their Montecito mansion’s backyard,” sparking replies like “quite laughable!” and calls for that mythical family discount at an asylum.
The backyard empire has become a symbol of the Sussexes’ post-royal reinvention gone awry. While William and Catherine focus on public duty—Trooping the Colour, charity engagements, and raising their children with quiet dignity—Harry and Meghan’s output feels increasingly insular. Netflix specials filmed in rented mansions nearby, As Ever brand teasers shot in the garden, and holiday resets that “never put them at odds” all unfold against the same backdrop: their private paradise. Insiders note the couple’s high staff turnover, mounting security costs, and underwhelming project results, yet they persist in projecting unshakeable contentment. Critics argue it’s performative escapism—ruling a tiny domain while the real royal world moves on without them.
What’s truly staggering is the growing sentiment from unexpected corners: even some Sussex supporters are tiring of the Montecito bubble. Reddit threads and X discussions from self-identified fans reveal frustration—why can’t Harry and Meghan adopt the Wales’ approach? William and Catherine embody stability: no endless PR stunts, no backyard selfies as diplomacy, just consistent service. One exasperated poster summed up the wish: the Sussexes should aim to be “like William and Catherine—Prince and Princess of Wales.” The irony bites hard—after years of Megxit drama, accusations of racism, and claims of wanting freedom from the Firm, a faction of their own base now pines for the very institution they fled. They want the titles, the protocol, the relevance—without the “archaic” baggage Harry once railed against.
Online mockery has amplified the narrative. Posts compare the couple’s garden antics to a “freak show,” with one quipping about demanding the “invisikids” appear for six-figure dinners to justify the hype. Others label the setup an “asylum of Montecito,” pointing to perceived paranoia (endless privacy pleas amid constant sharing) and over-the-top affection displays. The asylum discount joke? It stems from the perceived disconnect: too ambitious for quiet retirement, too entangled in drama for normalcy, yet clinging to royal trappings in a self-made bubble.
Meanwhile, William and Catherine continue to shine as future King and Queen. Their family remains shielded yet visible in meaningful ways—school runs, public events, and genuine warmth that doesn’t require filters or staging. No one questions their authenticity; no one jokes about institutionalization. The contrast is stark: one couple governs a nation with poise, the other reigns over a backyard with theatrics.
As 2026 kicks off, with Harry facing ongoing UK legal battles and Meghan teasing more brand drops from the garden, the question looms: Will the Montecito monarchs ever step out of their self-imposed realm? Or will the laughs—and the quiet envy from their own squad—keep growing? One thing’s clear: in the court of public opinion, William and Catherine hold the real crown, while Harry and Meghan’s backyard kingdom remains a punchline.
What do you think—is the Montecito life genius or just laughable? And would the Sussexes be better off channeling the Wales vibe? Sound off below—this royal roast isn’t cooling down anytime soon!
