Recent reports suggest that Meghan Markle managed to convince Prince Harry that she was some sort of mystical Hollywood enchantress.
It appears he believed her story hook, line, and sinker. Renowned commentator Tina Brown remarked that Meghan spun a tale so elaborate that Harry, bless his naive heart, followed her blindly into a precarious situation. Brown, who gained prominence as the editor of Vanity Fair during its golden age, has taken aim at Meghan, suggesting that her dreams of stardom might have been mere delusions. In her bestselling book, The Palace Papers, Brown claims that when Harry first met Meghan in 2016, he was utterly captivated by her supposed charm and wit, perceiving her as a savvy Hollywood operator.
According to Brown, Harry’s naivety and lack of worldly experience shine through, making him seem like a child in a candy store, overwhelmed by choices but unsure of what to select. However, it is important to remember that Harry himself granted Meghan a royal platform. Without his title and the ensuing chaos he introduced into his family, it’s likely that Meghan would have been relegated to auditioning for roles in Hallmark movies, rather than enjoying the limelight she now occupies. Harry, dear Harry, you possessed the power to halt this madness; you could have drawn the line when she expressed a desire to share her royal experiences on Oprah. Instead, he allowed her to take the reins, leading both her and the royal family into uncharted territory.
But what explains Tina's newfound animosity toward Meghan? Speculation suggests that Brown may be positioning herself as a savvy operator looking to capitalize on the drama surrounding Meghan. Rumors indicate that she has been harboring resentment after being snubbed for a guest appearance on Meghan's podcast, Archetypes. With a new digital platform to her name, Tina seems to be leveraging this spat for publicity, a tactic she is well acquainted with, given her extensive experience in the industry.
In a dramatic twist worthy of a Hollywood script, Meghan’s team has jumped into the fray to defend her, alleging that Tina's criticisms are rooted in jealousy and past grievances—reminiscent of a high school rivalry gone awry. It seems that Brown anticipated a warm welcome into Meghan's circle of influential friends but misjudged her own allure. Meghan's representatives are now asserting that Tina is seeking revenge, exemplifying the relentless drama that appears to follow the Sussexes like a loyal but pesky puppy.
On the latest episode of The Ankler podcast, Brown stated, “I think he’s pretty much in the thrall of Meghan. The trouble with Meghan is that she has the worst judgment of anyone in the entire world. She’s flawless about getting it all wrong.” She continued, highlighting Meghan's tendency to seek opinions from others without taking their advice to heart, ultimately insisting on following her own path, regardless of the consequences. According to Brown, all of Meghan's ideas are “total crap.”
Unfortunately, Tina’s assessment strikes a chord; while Meghan can dish out criticism, she seems unable to handle it when the tables are turned. It’s clear that Brown has accurately pinpointed this aspect of Meghan’s character. Now, it’s time for Meghan to stop attributing her challenges to others and instead take responsibility for her actions. Engaging with a respected journalist like Tina is a risky endeavor, one that may prove to be well beyond her grasp.
