Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s reported return to the U.K. has raised questions about how much of their California lifestyle they plan to maintain. While the couple is expected to move to Britain with their children, they will reportedly leave their rescue chickens behind at their Montecito home.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reportedly leave chickens behind in the US
According to The Sun, Harry and Meghan will take their dogs, Mia and Pula, with them to Britain. Meanwhile, household staff will continue caring for the chickens at their Montecito estate. The reported decision has fueled speculation that the couple may still intend to spend significant time in the U.S., even after their move.
The Sussexes famously introduced their rescue hens to the world during their 2021 interview with Oprah Winfrey. The birds also appeared in Meghan’s Netflix series and live in a coop affectionately named Archie’s Chick Inn after their son, Prince Archie.
The couple originally rescued 10 hens from a commercial factory farm in California before later adding another gifted by neighbor Ellen DeGeneres. Neither Harry nor Meghan has confirmed reports about leaving the chickens behind. However, royal commentators interpret the detail as a significant clue. They suggest the couple is not completely closing the door on their California life.
Reports have suggested the Sussexes will continue to keep both their Montecito home and their property in Portugal, allowing them to split time between countries. Meanwhile, Meghan’s mother, Doria Ragland, is also expected to remain in California.
The reported move comes after a spokesperson for the Sussexes confirmed the family plans to relocate to a private, non-royal residence outside London. Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet are also reportedly enrolled at a British school. However, Harry and Meghan themselves have not publicly commented on the relocation plans.
For now, their rescue chickens will reportedly stay in California. This small detail adds another layer of intrigue to the family’s next chapter. Ultimately, some view the choice as a sign they plan to maintain close ties to their U.S. home.
