In a new profile in Vanity Fair, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has been portrayed as someone who can turn from warm and friendly to cold and distant towards staff, with one insider likening her behavior to that of a “Mean Girls” teenager.
The claims, coming from sources involved in various media projects, paint a troubling picture of Meghan’s conduct when things went wrong, often due to her and Harry’s demands.
Allegations of Undermining and ‘Checkers’ Mentality
Sources from the media world who have worked with Meghan described her as constantly keeping track of people around her, calling it a “checkers” mentality—always aware of where everyone stands.
One source even described her as being “cold and withholding” towards anyone she perceived to be responsible for something going wrong.
“When you are not in, you are to be thrown to the wolves,” said one former colleague, pointing out that this often led to behaviors like talking behind people’s backs and undermining them.
Despite the accusations, producer Jane Marie, who worked with Meghan on Archewell’s audio projects, defended the Duchess, saying that Meghan is “just a lovely, genuine person.”
However, these contradictory claims add fuel to ongoing debates about Meghan’s true character.
Staff Allegedly Felt Bullied and Left ‘Having Therapy’
Other reports suggest that former staff members who worked with Meghan felt mistreated, echoing earlier allegations from her time at Kensington Palace.
These accusations, which include claims of bullying behind the scenes, were strongly denied by representatives of Meghan and Harry at the time.
Still, they have resurfaced, raising questions about her behavior and its impact on staff, with some saying they needed therapy after working with her.
Tom Bower, a royal author and investigative journalist, commented that these new revelations are especially damaging for Meghan, given her efforts to rebrand herself as a warm and caring mother and wife.
The timing of these allegations, just before the release of Netflix’s With Love, Meghan, has only added to the controversy surrounding her public image.
Meghan and Harry’s Reputation Under Scrutiny
The scrutiny surrounding Meghan has been intensified by the latest profile, which also casts doubt on Prince Harry’s own standing.
Some critics, including royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams, have noted that Harry is portrayed as “lost” and “out of his depth” in the article.
Fitzwilliams argues that their attempts to project a caring image, especially through philanthropic work such as helping victims of California’s wildfires, might fall flat in light of these ongoing allegations.
The couple’s actions have drawn further criticism, with some calling them “disaster tourists” after they appeared publicly amid the wildfires.
While they did donate to relief efforts and assist survivors, their public display was met with some backlash, with accusations of using the tragedy for a “photo op.”
The Postponement of Meghan’s Cookery Show Sparks Further Controversy
In addition to the wildfire donations, Meghan chose to delay the release of her Netflix cookery show, With Love, Meghan, due to the destruction caused by the fires.
While this decision was praised by some, others questioned her timing, recalling that Meghan had gone ahead with her high-profile interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021, despite Prince Philip being seriously ill.
The juxtaposition of her actions then and now has raised eyebrows, especially among royal insiders.
Some have even suggested that the delay of her cookery show could be a commercial decision rather than a compassionate one.
With the fires still raging, the timing of such a program may be seen as tone-deaf, with many questioning whether people will be interested in watching a glossy, luxury lifestyle show when so many Americans are still reeling from the destruction of their homes.
The Sussexes’ Media Strategy Faces Increasing Criticism
Critics are also questioning the couple’s media strategy, particularly following the release of their Netflix docuseries, Harry & Meghan.
Some royal sources felt that the couple’s decision to go ahead with the series, which included personal stories about the royal family, while the Queen was in declining health, was disrespectful.
The show, which aired two months after the Queen’s death, added more fuel to the fire by alleging that members of the royal family were behind media leaks, further deepening the rift between Harry, Meghan, and the monarchy.
As Meghan and Harry’s public image continues to evolve, the pressure on them only grows.
Their efforts to reshape their persona as a compassionate, philanthropic couple face significant hurdles, especially as more stories surface about their behavior and the impact it has on those around them.
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