Prince Harry, Meghan Markle face fresh blow

Archewell, a foundation of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, seemingly received a fresh blow after a key staffer quit.

Already, questions have been raised about the charity's finances, which recently rebranded from Archewell Foundation to Archewell Philanthropies.

Now, James Holt, who served on multiple high-ranking posts of the foundation, has since the pair took a step back from royal duties in 2020. This decision, the executive says, is taken to spend more time with his family in London.

"Working with Prince Harry and Meghan has been one of the great privileges of my career," James says in a statement.

The message sheds light on the work he did for the group. "From my first project with Prince Harry eight years ago to improve mental health support for soldiers in the British military, to our recent work helping injured children in Gaza, he has consistently challenged me to think bigger about how we can make a difference."

James also praises Meghan, stating that when he first met her, he noticed a "kindred spirit" in her. Above everything else, the work we've done together to support families affected by online harm will remain the most meaningful of my professional life. These families are extraordinary, and they inspire me every day."

Confident in Archewell Philanthropies leadership, he pens, "After five incredible years in Los Angeles, it's time for my family to return to London. When I pass the baton to the team leading Archewell Philanthropies in the coming months, I'll do so with immense pride and optimism for what lies ahead."

In the end, James remembers his colleagues, writing, "I'll miss my colleagues deeply, and I'm grateful to Harry and Meghan for everything they've done - for me, and for the countless people we've worked to support."

In response, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex say, "James has been a stellar support for us for nearly ten years. His enthusiasm and talent in overseeing our philanthropic endeavours have been extraordinary."

"As James moves his young family back to the UK, we are proud that he will continue to guide various humanitarian trips for us overseas through Archewell Philanthropies," the statement concludes.