Prince Harry is about to celebrate his 40th birthday on September 15, and he’s in for a special surprise. Queen Elizabeth, in a generous gesture, has arranged for him to receive a significant birthday gift. This gift comes in the form of a long-awaited inheritance, amounting to a staggering $8.5 million dollars.
The late Queen Mother, as part of her legacy, established a remarkable $90 million trust fund for the royal family. She made it explicitly clear that Prince Harry would be entitled to his share when he reached the milestone age of 40. It seems that the time has finally arrived for him to claim what’s rightfully his.
However, there seems to be some tension within the royal family regarding this inheritance. Closer magazine reports that Prince William and Princess Kate do not believe that Harry deserves such a substantial sum of money without earning it. An inside source revealed that William is “pretty disgusted” by the situation, as he feels that Harry is effortlessly cashing in on the family fortune.
William’s concerns are further echoed by his conviction that Harry does not deserve this payday. He believes that his brother, owing to his recent actions and behavior, is not in a position to receive such a significant handout from their great-grandmother’s inheritance. The source adds that William finds the whole situation rather distasteful and a “pretty rotten” affair.
The issue at hand goes deeper for William and Kate, as they do not trust Harry or his wife, Meghan, at all. The idea that Harry is now benefiting from his great-granny’s inheritance leaves a sour taste in their mouths. This resentment stems from a sense of betrayal and the perceived mistreatment the couple has allegedly shown towards the royal family.
Interestingly, it has been reported by the Mirror that Prince Harry will receive a larger share of the trust compared to his brother, Prince William. The reason behind this lies in William’s position as the next in line to the throne. As the future king, William has the Duchy of Cornwall, a private estate that funds his public, charitable, and private activities. Consequently, Harry is expected to receive slightly more than half of the £14 million designated for the two brothers.
It is worth noting that Harry will be subject to taxes on the inheritance. Currently, his net worth, combined with Meghan’s, is estimated to be around $60 million. The couple has already accumulated substantial wealth through various endeavors.
Prince Harry’s 40th birthday will undoubtedly mark a significant chapter in his life. While the inheritance brings both excitement and controversy within the royal family, it underscores the complexities that come with wealth and the dynamics between siblings.