Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been advised to enhance their relatability if they wish to garner favor with the British public.
The Sussexes, now residing in the US apart from the Royal family, are urged to rebuild Britain's trust through increased transparency. PR expert Lynn Carrot suggests that Meghan could bolster her popularity by reducing her reliance on royal connections, such as those highlighted on her and Harry's revamped website. Carrot proposes that their new television venture should emphasize their personal passions rather than their royal lineage, potentially revealing a fresh facet of the couple.
Furthermore, the expert recommends that the pair enlist the services of a new PR adviser. This adviser should craft a strategy encompassing both the UK and USA media landscapes to appeal to audiences on both sides of the Atlantic. To resonate more with the British public, Harry and Meghan could divulge more about their everyday struggles, portraying themselves as working parents facing common challenges. Carrot emphasizes the importance of authenticity, suggesting that they eschew a constantly polished image.
Recent reports have surfaced detailing Meghan's attempts to ingratiate herself with influential figures in Hollywood, such as Tracy James, the wife of a Paramount CEO. Megan gifted James a jar of homemade jams, seemingly viewing it as a pathway to social prominence. However, Megan's plan backfired when discrepancies were uncovered. Observant fans noticed similarities between the hand holding the jam jar in James' Instagram post and Meghan's hand, raising suspicions of a staged PR stunt.
Insiders revealed that Tracy was contracted by Meghan for advertising purposes, intending to promote Meghan's brand. However, Megan's execution of the plan was clumsy, with the jam jar bearing only the label "American Riviera Orchard" and lacking essential information such as ingredients, nutritional facts, or allergy warnings. Critics condemned the lack of transparency, questioning the authenticity of Meghan's venture into jam-making.
Moreover, Megan's decision to number the jars and offer them as limited editions to select celebrities further fueled skepticism. Questions arose regarding whether she would sell the same product to the general public without the exclusive numbering. The absence of necessary information on the label, along with suspicions of rebranding existing products, led to accusations of deceit.
In the United States, selling food products without disclosing ingredients and other required information is illegal. Megan's attempt to elevate her brand through limited editions and celebrity endorsements may have inadvertently exposed her to legal repercussions.
