Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are bidding a heartfelt farewell to one of their most trusted colleagues. James Holt, the former Executive Director of their Archewell Foundation, has stepped down from his role after five years. He shared an emotional public tribute to the couple as he prepares to return to the United Kingdom.

Holt officially departed the organization in December 2025. He is now set to begin a new chapter in his career as the Political Director for the Liberal Democrats in the UK. Before transitioning to his new role, he made his social media accounts public. In a series of personal posts, he reflected on nearly a decade of working alongside the Sussexes.

In his tribute, Holt described his time with the Duke and Duchess as "one of the great privileges" of his professional life. He recalled first joining forces with Prince Harry eight years ago. Their initial collaboration focused on improving mental health support for members of the British Armed Forces. Over time, their partnership expanded to include a wide array of humanitarian projects.

Their charitable efforts together addressed critical global issues. They worked on initiatives supporting children injured in the conflict in Gaza. Holt praised Prince Harry for his relentless drive, stating that the Duke consistently encouraged him to "think bigger" about creating meaningful change. He also shared warm words for Meghan, calling her a "kindred spirit" from the moment they first met.

Among the numerous initiatives they championed, Holt highlighted their work with families affected by online harm. He noted that this project would remain the most meaningful of his career. As he reflected on his time in California, Holt admitted that it was time for his family to return home to London.

He expressed deep confidence in the future of Archewell Philanthropies. Holt stated he would hand over leadership of the organization with "immense pride and optimism." He also thanked Harry and Meghan for their personal and professional support. In a final post alongside a photo, he summarized their journey together with a touching note, referencing eight years of work, two countries, and the birth of his child during that time. He concluded by thanking the couple for the adventure.