Duke of Sussex set to inherit massive fortune in just weeks

In a surprising turn of events, Prince Harry is poised to receive a staggering £7 million windfall in the coming weeks. The source of this princely sum? His great-grandmother, the late Queen Mother, who meticulously safeguarded her estimated £70 million fortune in a trust fund for her descendants.

The Countdown to Harry’s 40th Birthday

As Harry approaches his milestone 40th birthday on September 15, Australian magazine New Idea has revealed that he stands to inherit a substantial share of the family wealth. Citing The Times, the magazine reports that the Duke of Sussex is next in line to scoop this impressive sum.

Netflix and the Duchy of Cornwall: A Royal Financial Portfolio

Harry’s financial prospects extend beyond the trust fund. His lucrative Netflix deal, inked alongside Meghan Markle in September 2020, has significantly bolstered their combined net worth. Currently estimated at around $60 million (£46 million), the couple’s wealth is nothing to scoff at.

But what sets Harry apart from his older brother, William? It all comes down to the intricacies of royal finances. As the heir to the throne, William benefits from the vast wealth of the Duchy of Cornwall—a private estate that funds both public and private activities. Consequently, Harry is likely to claim slightly more than half of the £14 million earmarked for the brothers.

Among Friends: Harry’s Wealth in Perspective

While £7 million may seem enviable to most, within their circle of friends, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex find themselves on the less affluent end of the spectrum. Consider George Clooney, the Hollywood icon and potential US presidential candidate. His shared net worth with wife Amal hovers around a staggering $560 million—almost ten times that of Harry and Meghan.

Filmmaker Tyler Perry, rumored to be Princess Lilibet’s godfather, lent the couple a California property valued at over $15 million (£12 million) during their relocation. Perry’s total net worth? A jaw-dropping $1.4 billion.

Oprah Winfrey: The Queen of Media Reigns Supreme

And then there’s Oprah Winfrey, the media mogul who needs no introduction. Born into poverty in rural Mississippi, Oprah now presides over a media empire worth billions. Her personal fortune is estimated at a mind-boggling $2.8 billion (£2.2 billion). Notably, she conducted the explosive 2021 “Megxit” interview, during which Harry and Meghan made damning racism allegations against a member of the Royal Family.

In the grand tapestry of wealth, Prince Harry’s £7 million may be a princely sum, but it pales in comparison to the fortunes amassed by his illustrious neighbors. As the saying goes, “Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown”—and in Harry’s case, perhaps also the wallet that holds a princely inheritance.