(NewsNation) — Natasha Archer, a longtime aide who served as Princess Kate’s stylist and executive personal assistant, is stepping away from her role at Kensington Palace to launch her own consultancy, according to reports.
Archer has been one of the most trusted figures in Kate and William’s circle for more than a decade, known for her discreet presence and influence, especially during Kate’s recent cancer battle. Her departure marks the exit of one of the few remaining senior staffers to bridge both the pre- and post- “Megxit” eras of the royal family.
Potential royal reconciliation between Harry, Meghan and Charles
This comes as royal insiders say there’s been renewed interest in mending ties between the royal family and Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. Representatives from King Charles’ and Prince Harry’s camps were allegedly spotted at an exclusive London club recently, sparking speculation that private conversations are happening behind the scenes.
One source told NewsNation’s Paula Froelich that Meghan may be facilitating peace talks between her husband and the King.
WHITEHORSE, CANADA – SEPTEMBER 27: The Duchess of Cambridge’s PA and Stylist Natasha Archer arrives at Whitehorse Airport on September 27, 2016 in Whitehorse, Canada. Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte are visiting Canada as part of an eight day visit to the country taking in areas such as Bella Bella, Whitehorse and Kelowna. (Photo by Dominic Lipinski – WPA Pool/Getty Images) 
ASSAM, INDIA – APRIL 12: The Assistant to the Duchess of Cambridge’s Private Secretary Sophie Agnew and the Duchess of Cambridge’s PA and Stylist Natasha Archer carry items of luggage as they arrives at Tezpur Airport on April 12, 2016 in Assam, India. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are on a week-long tour of India and Bhutan taking in Mumbai, Delhi, Assam, Bhutan and Agra. (Photo by Dominic Lipinski – Pool/Getty Images) 
Britain’s Kate, Princess of Wales, and Prince William, Prince of Wales, leave the Copper Box Arena in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park after taking part in an event with Coach Core, in London. 
FILE – Britain’s Kate, Princess of Wales looks on after Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz beat Serbia’s Novak Djokovic in the men’s singles final on day fourteen of the Wimbledon tennis championships in London, Sunday, July 16, 2023. The Princess of Wales is set to attend the Wimbledon men’s final on Sunday, July 14, 2024 in a rare public appearance after her cancer diagnosis. Kensington Palace confirmed Saturday that Kate, wife of heir to the throne Prince William, will be in the Royal Box on Centre Court to watch defending champion Carlos Alcaraz play Novak Djokovic. (AP Photo/Alberto Pezzali, File) 
Britain’s Prince William and Kate, Princess of Wales, speak to members of the emergency services during a visit to Southport Community Centre to meet rescue workers and the families of those caught up in the Southport knife attack earlier this year in Southport, England, Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. (Danny Lawson, Pool Photo via AP)
A close insider told Froelich: “(Meghan) realizes she miscalculated when she orchestrated Megxit and then basically smeared the Royal family in the Oprah Winfrey interview and the Netflix docuseries.”
Prince Harry’s upcoming Invictus Games will return to the UK
The timing is worth mentioning as it’s been announced that Prince Harry’s Invictus Games will return to the U.K. in 2027, providing a built-in reason for him to spend more time there. The dubbed “Olympics for wounded warriors” event is slated to be held in Birmingham, U.K., having previously been supported and attended by high-ranking members of the royal family, including King Charles.
Health scares and shifting royal duties
Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, Harry and Meghan have been based in California and publicly criticized their treatment by royal family members. Since then, both King Charles and Princess Kate have undergone treatment for their respective cancer diagnoses. Royal observers note that Archer’s departure may not just be a career pivot; it could also symbolize a broader reorganization as the monarchy prepares for a new chapter.
Meanwhile, Markle remains focused on projects in the U.S., including new ventures with Netflix. But her absence from the U.K. hasn’t stopped reconciliation rumors from gaining traction.