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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle part ways with 2 senior Archewell executives, less than 2 years after their arrival

January 29, 2023

Amid an announcement of several promotions and new hires, Archewell, the nonprofit founded by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, is parting ways with two of its top executives, Fox News Digital can confirm.

Neither Ben Browning, head of content for Archewell Productions and Archewell Audio, nor Fara Taylor, head of marketing for Archewell, will continue with the company.

“Ben and Fara have been integral to the creation and execution of many critically and commercially acclaimed projects during their tenure. They have expertly delivered content and campaigns that have exceeded expectations and have made their mark in the cultural zeitgeist,” a press release obtained by Fox News digital readout.

“They have played a vital role in helping to tell the stories of the Duke and Duchess so far and the couple remain extremely grateful for their support in these vital ‘throwback’ projects as they now look forward. future,” he noted.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly parted ways with their ‘Harry and Meghan’ executive producer, Ben Browning.
(Angela Weiss/AFP)

Browning, an Oscar-nominated and BAFTA Film Award-winning producer, was hired in March 2021.

In a statement obtained by People, Browning wrote at the time of the new opportunity, “From the moment they shared their vision for Archewell as a global production company that will spotlight diverse voices and share uplifting stories, I knew I wanted to help with this unique opportunity…It’s an exciting business to start.”

Ben Browning served as one of the executive producers of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Netflix series, "Harry and Meghan."

Ben Browning was one of the executive producers of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Netflix series, “Harry and Meghan.”
(Gerald Matzka)

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Taylor was only confirmed to have joined Archewell less than a year ago, according to Variety. She had previously worked at Sony Pictures Entertainment.

Neither Browning nor Taylor will be replaced, as their positions have been disbanded.

This is not the first time a leader has left an organization or position under Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
(Courtesy of Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex)

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It is not the first time that a member of the Duke or Duchess of Sussex’s staff has left their post in a short time. When Taylor was announced as head of marketing in 2021, Catherine St-Laurent was announced to have moved into a senior adviser position, less than a year after beginning her tenure as chief of staff.

Despite the loss of Browning and Taylor, the organization has named Serena Regan to head up podcasts, in anticipation of a second season of Markle’s “Archetypes” podcast, to resume. Regan was hired in late 2022.

Additionally, co-executive director Shauna Nep has been tapped to work alongside executive director James Holt to “manage the nonprofit’s growing philanthropic portfolio.” Since 2018, Nep has served as Vice President of Philanthropy at SB Projects and has held numerous philanthropic roles, including at The Goldhirsh. Foundation and Fundamental Inc,” the press release explains.

Caroline Thayer is an entertainment writer for Fox News Digital. Follow Caroline Thayer on Twitter at @carolinejthayer.