Many people know about Meghan Markle’s marriage to Prince Harry, but before their fairy tale began, Meghan was married to Trevor Engelson. Sadly, their union didn’t last, ending on a rather tumultuous note. Now, both Meghan and Trevor have moved on, and Trevor has found a surprising measure of success and happiness.
Despite their rocky ending, Trevor has thrived professionally. This may come as a surprise to many, as little is known about his personal life. However, a friend recently gave insight into Trevor’s life and how he navigated the ending of his marriage to Meghan.
Trevor Engelson was carving his own successful path in Hollywood when he first met Meghan. Born on October 23, 1976, in Great Neck, New York, he studied at the University of Southern California. He began working as a production assistant before rising to become a film producer.
Throughout his career, Trevor has worked on numerous films, including the 2010 movie “Remember Me” with Robert Pattinson, where Meghan had a small role. His production credits span projects like “License to Wed” and “All About Steve,” and he served as executive producer for the “Heathers” TV remake. More recently, his success continued with the FX series “Snowfall,” produced through his company, Underground, based in Beverly Hills.
Meghan and Trevor’s Early Days
Meghan and Trevor’s love story began in 2004. They dated for seven years before tying the knot in September 2011 in a grand three-day celebration in Jamaica. The wedding featured beach parties, brunches, and a 15-minute ceremony attended by 100 guests.
At the time, Meghan was gaining fame with her role as a briefcase model on “Deal or No Deal.” Yet, even with the relationship in the spotlight, Trevor’s busy schedule kept him from frequently visiting her on set.
Renown author Andrew Morton notes in his book “Meghan: A Hollywood Princess” that Trevor’s absence was notable and commented on by Meghan’s colleagues. Busy with his own career, Trevor apparently valued his work commitments over traveling with Meghan during her breaks.
An Evolving Relationship
In 2011, life changed dramatically for Meghan when she landed a breakout role in “Suits.” The show, filmed primarily in Toronto, created a geographical challenge for the newlyweds. Meghan spent substantial time away from Los Angeles, shifting the dynamics of their relationship.
According to Morton, while Meghan initially couldn’t envision life without Trevor, her burgeoning career in Toronto led her to build a new life there, subtly altering their partnership.
The Divorce and Its Aftermath
By 2013, Meghan and Trevor parted ways, citing “irreconcilable differences.” Reports suggest that the split blindsided Trevor, with insiders noting how deeply he was affected by it.
Royal biographer Morton even claims Meghan sent her wedding rings back to Trevor, signifying the marriage’s end. During this time, she established new friendships in Toronto, further drifting away from Trevor.
Life After Meghan
Post-divorce, Trevor was romantically linked to Bethenny Frankel from “Real Housewives of New York.” Frankel later mentioned knowing about Trevor’s past with Meghan during a radio show, hinting at potential business opportunities from their association.
In 2017, Trevor co-produced a show about a man navigating co-parenting after his ex-wife marries a prince, a concept bearing some resemblance to his real-life narrative. Despite this, the project didn’t proceed past initial stages.
Finding Love Again
In 2017, Trevor found love with Tracey Kurland, and they married in 2019. Tracey, a nutritionist, inherited a substantial fortune following her father’s passing. Together, they have two daughters and live a quiet life in Los Angeles.
Today, Trevor has moved beyond his past with Meghan. Surrounded by his family, he beams with happiness, focusing on fatherhood and his successful career.
A close friend shares that Trevor doesn’t dwell on his past and has found fulfillment beyond the public glare. With a loving family and prosperous career, he enjoys a life out of the public eye, often considered a form of “ultimate revenge,” letting him thrive quietly and happily.
