Surprising Side Hustles of Royals: Meghan Markle, Sarah Ferguson, and More
Royals and Their Surprising Side Hustles
Source: Hello Magazine
Introduction to Royal Side Hustles
Side hustles are becoming increasingly common, even among royals. While senior royals are restricted from traditional employment due to potential conflicts of interest, non-senior royals explore various ventures freely.
Meghan Markle
- Podcasting: Launched her Archetypes podcast with Spotify in 2022, featuring conversations with various notable guests to amplify underrepresented voices.
- Children's Book: Authored "The Bench," a children’s book written during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Lifestyle Brand: Introduced her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, focusing on luxury products like jams and yoga equipment, despite facing trademark challenges.
Sarah Ferguson
- Author: Established herself as a successful author with numerous children’s books and historical romance novels.
- Spokesperson: Previously a spokesperson for Weight Watchers, reportedly earning around £1 million annually.
- Collaborations: Partnered with Wedgwood, earning an additional £519,000.
Prince Harry
- Production Company: Co-founded a production company with Meghan under the Archewell Foundation.
- Lucrative Deals: Engaged in highly profitable contracts with streaming platforms like Spotify and Netflix, projecting over $100 million from their Netflix deal alone.
Zara Tindall
- Equestrian Career: Ranks as an accomplished equestrian.
- Brand Collaborations: Collaborated with lifestyle brands like Musto, Land Rover, and Rolex along with launching a jewelry line.
- Pram Company Partnership: Partnered with iCandy, focusing on high-quality baby products.
Peter Phillips
- Diverse Ventures: Engaged in various business attempts, including promoting a milk brand in a Chinese TV commercial.
- Personal Reflection: Sharing childhood memories related to dairy farms in marketing efforts.
Pippa Middleton
- Food Columnist: Authored a food column for Waitrose Magazine and contributed to Vanity Fair.
- Book Author: Wrote "Celebrate," a guide to entertaining featuring recipes and party tips.
- Eco-Lodge & Glamping: Developed an eco-lodge and glamping experience on her estate, facilitating events and outdoor activities.
Conclusion
Royals embracing side hustles illustrate a shift towards modernity, showcasing their diverse talents and entrepreneurial spirit beyond traditional royal duties.
