According to a blind item on the gossip site Sedan, a personal assistant agency that Meghan Markle has reportedly relied on in the past has recently declined to work with her.
This refusal comes as a surprise, especially in the glamorous world of personal assistance, where high-profile clients rarely face rejection. Initially, it might seem puzzling—after all, Meghan is known for creating luxurious settings, complete with fresh flowers and organic fruit baskets. Yet, even these little luxuries weren’t enough to sway the agency, which simply wasn’t interested this time around.
Being a personal assistant, especially to a celebrity, requires handling every detail of the client’s life, which often comes with managing unpredictable personalities and high maintenance demands. In California’s lawsuit-heavy environment, the agency may have carefully weighed the potential risks of working with Meghan and decided that the possible legal complications weren’t worth it. After all, one unhappy client—especially one with significant influence—can lead to costly legal battles, which the agency likely wanted to avoid.
Rumors about Meghan’s working relationships with her staff are not new. Stories suggest she treats her employees like they’re her own children—or at least, like a certain type of strict parent. This reportedly includes making firm demands, issuing detailed instructions, and perhaps even implementing disciplinary actions. Meghan’s supposed “caring” demeanor, which she might believe to be nurturing, doesn’t always go over well with her staff. Instead, it might feel more like micromanagement, where every movement is directed with a smile that could feel more forced than friendly. For high-performing professionals accustomed to a certain level of independence, this parental style could feel stifling.
Whenever negative stories about Meghan’s treatment of her staff surface, sources close to her are quick to defend her image, providing statements that align with Meghan’s perspective. But for an outsider observing the seemingly high turnover rate among her assistants, one might wonder if there’s more to the story. Could it be that Meghan’s approach, while intended to be caring, is perceived as condescending by her staff? Perhaps, for some, baskets of fresh fruit and artfully arranged flowers aren’t enough to balance the challenges of working with someone whose reputation might make the job feel more demanding than rewarding.
Being a personal assistant to A-list celebrities is no ordinary office job. These individuals are responsible for organizing complex schedules, coordinating travel, and generally ensuring their client’s life runs smoothly. Personal assistants in Hollywood are highly respected and well-compensated, moving from one elite client to another as long as they are treated with professionalism and respect. In this tight-knit community of top-tier staff, reputation is paramount, and word about difficult clients travels fast. For a personal assistant, working with a high-profile client who might have a challenging attitude is often seen as more trouble than it’s worth.
There’s speculation that Meghan’s tendency to hire former staff members of other famous clients may be a strategic move to elevate her own standing among Hollywood’s elite. If one has Michelle Obama’s ex-assistant, for example, it implies a certain level of prestige. Another theory suggests Meghan may favor hiring such staff members to gain insider knowledge, leveraging it to navigate social circles or build connections. Yet, even with this approach, it appears the agency is choosing to distance itself from her.
As the agency turns away from Meghan’s requests, the situation might signal the need for a change in her approach. Instead of relying on aesthetic gestures like fresh fruit baskets and floral arrangements, perhaps Meghan would find more success by treating her team with the respect and autonomy they desire. Without this shift, she may find herself facing an even harder time securing top-tier staff—and possibly, the need to handle a few errands on her own.
