Sussex Exiled from Montecito as L.A. Billionaires Shun Them

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, have faced difficulties fitting in with their wealthy neighbors in Montecito, California, according to royal commentator Lady Colin Campbell.

The couple moved to Montecito after stepping down from their royal duties last year.

However, Lady C claims that some of their billionaire neighbors in Los Angeles want nothing to do with them.

Montecito, a luxurious community on the Californian coastline known for its celebrity residents, is where the Sussexes currently reside.

They purchased their home for just over £10 million, but its value has skyrocketed to over £100 million in a span of nine months.

Despite this, Lady C suggests that the couple has failed to integrate with certain members of their affluent community.

During an event in London, Lady C spoke with well-known celebrities who also own property in Montecito.

According to Lady C, they shared the same sentiment as other friends who are familiar with the area or own homes there.

“Everybody in Montecito hates them, actually her,” one of them allegedly said, adding that they don't care much about Prince Harry.

The billionaires in the community apparently want nothing to do with the couple, creating a sense of isolation.

Are Meghan Markle and Prince Harry the Nightmare Neighbors of Their New L.A. Community?

A tabloid claims that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are the worst neighbors in the gated Los Angeles community where they currently reside.

People pay millions to live there because of its beauty, privacy, and tranquility, but with the presence of Harry and Meghan, chaos ensues.

The paparazzi flock to capture their photos, helicopters hover above for aerial shots, and tourists and fans swarm the neighborhood.

The tabloid further states that the couple has been unfriendly to their neighbors and has caused disturbances.

“They keep to themselves and aren't the slightest bit friendly,” claims a supposed neighbor.

When they walk their dogs, they avoid making eye contact with anyone.

While the tabloid's cover photo suggests that the couple shuts down stores to shop, the article itself clarifies that locals predict they will request store closures to shop undisturbed.

Although Montecito is also home to celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Ellen DeGeneres, other neighbors are reportedly leaving in droves since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's arrival.

Billionaire Peter Sperling is the latest to sell his properties shortly after the Sussexes moved into the area.

In February, Sperling sold one of his properties for $16.3 million, followed by the sale of his seven-bedroom, 13-bathroom mansion for $19 million in April.

He is not alone; Rob Lowe also departed the neighborhood in October 2020, selling his estate for $45.5 million, nearly meeting his asking price.

According to the Mirror, Harry and Meghan's presence in Montecito has caused property values to skyrocket, leading residents to sell their homes at high prices.

However, Sperling reportedly lost $6 million on his recent sale.

It seems that the royal couple's arrival has had a significant impact on the community, altering its dynamics forever.

In conclusion, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle continue to face challenges in their attempt to integrate into the Montecito community.

Some of their wealthy neighbors seem to have distanced themselves from the couple, causing them to be perceived as unwelcome in their new L.A. surroundings.

Despite their fame and fortune, the Sussexes have struggled to find acceptance among the elite residents of Montecito.