Despite living in Montecito for nearly five years, a neighbor noted that the couple has struggled to connect with their affluent surroundings.

Prince Harry's popularity in the UK has declined, exacerbated by his ongoing legal battle with the British Home Office over personal police protection.

A new documentary titled 'Harry - The Lost Prince' aired on Germany's ZDF network, focusing on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's life in California after their departure from the Royal Family in 2020.

Filmmaker Ulrike Grunewald interviews neighbors, royal experts, and former acquaintances of the Sussexes to explore Harry's struggles within the Royal Family and his current life in Montecito.

The documentary has drawn criticism towards Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, examining their post-Megxit life and the challenges they face in their affluent community.

Critics, including neighbors, have suggested that Meghan has not integrated into the Montecito community, with some describing her as aloof and lacking involvement.

The documentary highlights that Harry and Meghan reportedly work only one hour per week for their charity, Archewell, which has sparked further criticism.

Royal expert Jack Royston argues that Harry and Meghan's dual roles as commercial figures and royal representatives compromise the integrity of the monarchy.

The film critiques the couple's attempts to reinvent themselves as activists while living a luxurious lifestyle, suggesting it could be perceived as a 'slap in the face' to their earlier commitments.

Royal expert Duncan Larcombe predicts that the documentary could be a significant blow to the couple's reputation, despite its limited airing in the U.S.

The documentary contrasts their glamorous public appearances with visits to impoverished areas, raising questions about the appropriateness of Meghan's high-fashion choices in such contexts.

The Sussexes' departure from the Royal Family, known as 'Megxit', faced criticism in German media, although public perception has improved since their participation in the Invictus Games in 2023.