We're all voyeurs when it comes to the Royal family. Whether we're ogling Kate Middleton's sartorial stylings, or binge-watching Claire Foy and Matt Smith play out the lives of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip on Netflix; one thing's for sure, we're not going to stop hearing about the veritable crown jewels of England for quite some time.
Indeed, wedding bells have not stopped tolling since Prince Harry announced his engagement to American actress, Meghan Markle, back in November. After facing intense tabloid scrutiny, the prince - who is due to wed Markle on the 19th of May - has repeatedly urged the media and internet "trolls" to stop the "wave of abuse and harassment" that has plagued the 36-year-old Suits star and her family.
In fact, the Royal has repeatedly made it clear that his engagement, and indeed his marriage, will be conducted on the couple's terms. Now, Prince Harry has reportedly refused to sign a prenup before his wedding to Meghan Markle, after insisting that his marriage will stand the test of time.
Prince Harry was purportedly under pressure to sign a prenup by courtiers determined to safeguard his fortune, which is thought to be around the £30 million mark.
Buckingham Palace allegedly referenced Markle's first marriage to American film producer, Trevor Engelson, which lasted just under two years. However, the 33-year-old rejected all advice, insisting that his marriage would last.
Speaking to the Mail Online, a source stated, "There was never any question in Harry’s mind that he would sign a prenup. He’s determined that his marriage will be a lasting one, so there’s no need for him to sign anything."
Prince Harry is thought to have £20 million in assets, and received a £10 million inheritance from his late mother, Princess Diana. Meanwhile, Meghan, who shot to fame after portraying Rachel Zane in the US drama Suits, has a reported fortune of $7 million.
It's apparent that Harry is following in the footsteps of his brother and mother - neither of whom signed a prenuptial agreement. However, this did prove to be problematic for Princess Diana, who purportedly had to fight for a £17 million settlement from Prince Charles back in 1996, as well as an additional £400,000 yearly allowance.
The Queen gave her formal consent for Prince Harry to marry Markle on Thursday in a letter to the Privy Council, which announced that she would be attending her "most dearly beloved grandson's" ceremony later this year. This letter of approval came after the actress made her first public appearance with the Queen at the Commonwealth Service at Westminster Abbey last week.
According to the Succession to the Crown Act 2013, the first six people in line to the throne must have the Queen's consent before they wed.
A spokesman from Kensington Palace has stated that they will not be commenting on this issue.
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