Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have now been married for five years. While it was Harry’s first time saying “I do,” Meghan had already experienced married life before. Long before her royal romance, she was wed to Trevor Engelson—a relationship that, unfortunately, ended on a sour note.
Today, both Meghan and Trevor have moved on and built new lives with their respective spouses. Interestingly, Engelson, once known primarily as Meghan’s ex-husband, has carved out a highly successful career, amassing an impressive fortune. His line of work may even surprise you.
Who is Trevor Engelson?
Despite his past connection to the Duchess of Sussex, not much is widely known about Trevor Engelson’s personal life. However, recent revelations from a close friend shed light on how he coped after the divorce—and how he ultimately found his own form of “revenge.”
Born on October 23, 1976, in Great Neck, Long Island, New York, Trevor attended the University of Southern California’s School of Communications. He initially entered the film industry as a production assistant, but through perseverance, he climbed the ranks to become a respected film producer.
His credits include the 2010 drama Remember Me, starring Robert Pattinson—a film in which Meghan had a small role. Over the years, Engelson has been involved in notable productions such as License to Wed and All About Steve. He also served as an executive producer on the Heathers television reboot.
In more recent years, he found significant success as a producer for the FX series Snowfall, which concluded its six-season run in 2023. The show was released through his own management and production company, Underground, based in Beverly Hills.
Apart from film production, Engelson also manages screenwriters, novelists, actors, and directors in Los Angeles. His career trajectory has been nothing short of remarkable, proving that he has built an empire beyond his association with Meghan.
How Meghan and Trevor’s Love Story Began
Meghan and Trevor first crossed paths in 2004. After dating for about seven years, they tied the knot in September 2011. Their lavish, three-day wedding took place at the Jamaica Inn in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, where around 100 guests enjoyed beachside celebrations, drinking games, brunches, and even a playful wheelbarrow race. The wedding ceremony itself, however, lasted only 15 minutes.
At the time, Meghan was still making her way in Hollywood. She had a stint as a briefcase model on Deal or No Deal, but according to royal biographer Andrew Morton, Trevor rarely visited her on set. Unlike other boyfriends and husbands who frequently showed their support, Engelson was absent—reportedly due to his own busy career.
In 2011, shortly after their wedding, Meghan landed her breakthrough role in Suits. The show, filmed in Toronto, became an instant hit, requiring her to relocate from Los Angeles. Initially, she and Trevor maintained their long-distance relationship with video calls and occasional visits. However, as time passed, the physical and emotional distance grew.
A Marriage That Unraveled
Though Meghan once said she “couldn’t imagine life without Trevor,” her world was changing. She was now financially independent, making new connections, and thriving in Toronto. As she became more engrossed in her career, the dynamics of their marriage shifted.
By 2013, just two years after their wedding, the couple officially ended their relationship, citing “irreconcilable differences.” The separation was reportedly abrupt, leaving Trevor blindsided. Some sources even claim that Meghan returned her wedding and engagement rings by mail, signaling that their chapter was over.
A friend of Trevor later revealed that he was devastated. “Trevor worshipped the ground Meghan walked on,” the source said. “She suddenly had no more time for him. Meghan broke Trevor’s heart, plain and simple.”
Life After Meghan: From Heartbreak to Success
After their divorce, Engelson remained largely private. He briefly dated Bethenny Frankel of Real Housewives of New York, who later admitted in an interview that they “bypassed romance and went straight into business discussions.”
Interestingly, in 2017, news surfaced that Engelson was developing a television show about a man who must co-parent with his ex-wife—who had married into royalty. While the premise bore an uncanny resemblance to his real-life experience, the project never made it past the pilot stage.
Finding Love Again
Four years after parting ways with Meghan, Trevor found love again. He began dating Tracey Kurland, the daughter of a wealthy mortgage mogul. The couple married on May 11, 2019—just over a year after Meghan’s grand wedding to Prince Harry.
While Meghan and Harry have secured lucrative deals, including a Netflix partnership, their wealth pales in comparison to Trevor and Tracey’s fortune. Kurland’s father amassed a net worth of around $500 million before his passing in 2021, with Tracey reportedly inheriting $250 million.
Since their marriage, Trevor and Tracey have welcomed two daughters—Ford Grace, born in August 2020, and Sienna Lee, born in November 2021.
Trevor’s Ultimate Revenge?
Despite the pain of his past, Trevor has embraced his new life. A close friend recently shared that Engelson is now “happier than ever” and sees his family as his greatest joy.
“For a long time, things were difficult for Trevor,” the friend revealed. “He’s a good guy, but Meghan crushed him when she demanded a divorce. When she took up with Prince Harry, it hurt all over again because of the constant media coverage. But that’s all in the past now.”
The friend continued, “These days, he talks about how much he loves being a dad and how fulfilled he feels. Everyone in Trevor’s life knows not to bring up the ‘M’ word—he’s completely moved on. In a way, you could say he’s having an even better life than Meghan. He’s wealthy, doing what he loves, and staying out of the spotlight. It’s the ultimate revenge.”
Today, Engelson and his family live in an upscale Los Angeles neighborhood, far removed from the drama of royal life. According to those close to him, he is utterly devoted to his wife and children, and when he’s with them, “he never stops smiling.”
While Meghan Markle’s journey took her from Hollywood to royalty, Trevor Engelson’s path led him to happiness on his own terms. And perhaps, in the end, both found exactly what they were meant to.