Harry and Meghan’s Netflix Documentary Features Notorious CEO’s Stolen Estate

In a stunning revelation, it has come to light that the magnificent property showcased in Harry and Meghan's Netflix documentary does not actually belong to the royal couple.

Instead, it is the notorious CEO's $33 million Montecito estate, which was acquired through an appalling scheme that defrauded handicapped veterans of a staggering $116 million.

Let's delve into the details.

The opulent residence, located in Montecito, California, boasts breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, grand wooden ceilings, and impeccably furnished interiors.

Fans of Harry and Meghan's Netflix series might have been under the impression that the couple was filmed in their own lavish £11 million ($13 million) mansion.

However, the backdrop used for filming was actually a much pricier home, a sprawling £27.3 million ($33 million) iconic estate spanning 13,599 square feet with six bedrooms.

What remains lesser known is that this estate was once owned by disgraced Quadrigo Art CEO Mark Schulholz, who was embroiled in a scandalous fundraising scheme that targeted disabled veterans.

Schulholz was accused of stealing a staggering $116 million from these vulnerable individuals.

The property used for filming, located at 888 Lilac Lane, is just a nine-minute drive from the Sussex's actual residence, which they purchased in 2020.

The estate, as described by the real estate agent, boasts a Wimbledon-caliber lawn, a pool, a spa, a private gym, and pebbled paths.

While the Netflix series never explicitly claimed ownership of the home, viewers were captivated by its crystal chandeliers, towering 24-foot ceilings, and private cinema.

The mansion's great room, flooded with light from arched windows, earned accolades from prestigious Architectural Digest magazine.

However, some critics accused the couple of being tone-deaf for featuring in such a luxurious setting at a time when many people are struggling with rising living costs.

One Hollywood producer remarked, “Shooting in such lavish settings when there is so much misery in the real world struck me as a touch-tone deaf.”

While Meghan and Harry's own mansion includes a coop for chickens, the filming location differs in its abundance of bathrooms, with 16 compared to Lilac Lane's six.

The criticism stems from the fact that the home was previously owned by a man accused of orchestrating a $116 million fraud against injured veterans.

The investigation into Schulholz and Quadriga, his company, began in 2014 when the then New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman launched an inquiry.

They were accused of fabricating a fictitious veteran named Arnie, who supposedly suffered a brain injury while serving in Afghanistan.

Schulholz and his company allegedly used false mailers to solicit donations for the Disabled Veterans National Foundation charity, intending to keep 90 percent of the funds raised.

According to reports, Quadriga reported raising $10.1 million in 2008 but charged the organization $15.6 million for their services.

As a result, the non-profit fell into debt, and Schulholz started receiving 100 percent of the donations to settle the DVNF's debt with the con artists.

Quadriga eventually agreed to pay the DVNF $24.6 million as part of a settlement with the Attorney General's office.

Additionally, the company faced a $9.7 million fine, $800,000 for the inquiry, and the forgiveness of $13.8 million in charity debt.

Fortunately, the total amount raised did reach real soldiers in need of assistance.

However, the entire scandal raises serious questions about the couple's choice of filming location.

In other news, Archie and Lily, the children of Harry and Meghan, will be receiving Christmas gifts from Kate and William.

However, this gesture does not signify a reconciliation between the two couples.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have not been seen with Prince William and Kate since September.

According to reports, Prince William and Kate have exchanged Christmas gifts with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, but these gifts are believed to be solely for the children in their respective families.

This suggests that while there may not be goodwill between the couples, Kate and William still want Archie, 3, and Lilibet, 1, to have presents under the tree.

Royal analyst Royer Nicker stated in the Sunday Times that the adults will not be exchanging gifts with each other.

Thank you for staying tuned till the end.