In the era of coronavirus,with millions set to lose their jobs,some may find the idea of their vast wealth being"relatively nominal"tone deaf.
The Malibu region is already home to a host of celebrities,including Robert Downey jnr,Mel Gibson,Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox.
As Harry and Meghan reportedly make a new life in Los Angeles,US President Donald Trump has said he will not pay for their security protection.
Less than two years ago,Harry and Meghan were seen as a golden couple that would help extend the royal family's appeal to a new generation. Instead they are about to fly off into self-imposed exile in North America.
The Duchess of Sussex used her last royal platform to make a surprise school visit where she urged the next generation to look past race and gender.
Britain's Prince Harry started the last round of his royal duties on an informal note,making it clear he wished to be simply called Harry.
Things I want to talk about,but he won't ... The barely tolerated topics every couple will recognise.
It is not known if the duke was paid for the speaking engagement but speculation is rife he could have received a fee worth hundreds of thousands of pounds.
At a private event on Sunday,Harry spoke about leaving royal duties behind in a bid for a"more peaceful life"for his family.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will no longer be working members of the royal family and will have to repay $4.5 million that was spent renovating their home.
The royal rift is about much more than racism.