Tyler Perry Ends Support for Harry & Meghan Over Unpaid $14M Loan

Tyler Perry has reportedly ended his financial relationship with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle after the couple allegedly failed to repay a $14 million loan, according to multiple reports surfacing this week. The financial arrangement, initially intended to assist the couple with their move to Montecito, California, and subsequent endeavors, has reportedly develop into a point of contention. The Globe Magazine first reported the development, citing sources familiar with the situation. The publication claims Perry extended the loan to the couple, who have since struggled to meet repayment obligations. This claim has been echoed by reports on YouTube channels, including one published January 24, 2026, which highlighted the alleged debt crisis and Perry’s subsequent distancing from the couple. Perry, a prominent filmmaker and actor, has been a long-time supporter of Markle and Prince Harry, even serving as the godfather to their daughter, Princess Lilibet. He previously allowed the couple to reside in his Los Angeles home after their departure from royal duties. The reported financial strain appears to have significantly altered the dynamic between the parties. The timing of these reports coincides with increased scrutiny of the couple’s financial dealings and public image. In June 2025, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle faced criticism for their silence regarding a sexual harassment lawsuit filed against Tyler Perry by actor Derek Dixon, who sought $260 million in damages. Dixon alleged a “coercive, sexually exploitative dynamic” while working on Perry’s television shows, “The Oval” and “Ruthless.” Royal experts, such as Hilary Fordwich, criticized the couple’s lack of public support for Perry during the lawsuit, characterizing their silence as a “clear demonstration of… a total lack of moral courage,” according to Fox News. Fordwich suggested the couple’s decision to remain silent was motivated by a desire to avoid scandal, given their “precarious standing in both Hollywood and royal circles.” Archewell, the office of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, did not respond to requests for comment regarding the Dixon lawsuit at the time. The current reports regarding the unpaid loan further complicate the relationship between Perry and the couple, suggesting a breakdown in trust and financial cooperation. The situation leaves the future of their association uncertain, with no public statement issued by any of the involved parties as of today.