Prince Harry's friendships shift as Meghan Markle challenges old jokes and values

Prince Harry's friendships have changed since he began dating Meghan Markle. Friends from Eton reportedly felt uncomfortable after Meghan challenged their jokes about sensitive topics during a shooting weekend in 2017. They expressed concerns about Harry's relationship, calling it troubling. After stepping back from royal duties in 2020 and moving to California, Harry has lost touch with many old friends. He is now said to feel lonely, with his closest companion being his security guard. The shift in Harry's social circle has been marked by tensions with friends who questioned his rapid relationship with Meghan. Some friends, including Tom Inskip, advised him to slow down, leading to a fallout that has left Harry more isolated.