Why Harry and Meghan are ditching Canada for California

Couple flee across border ahead of coronavirus lockdown in ‘Megxit part two’

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry
Senior royals labelled ‘vipers’ by those closest to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have quit their home in Canada to begin a new life in California as they officially step down as senior royals, according to reports.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are understood to have set up residence close to Hollywood and to be living in coronavirus lockdown according to California state rules.

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