Bethany made a solid point when she addressed their identity problem, but she overlooked a much bigger issue.
This isn’t just a case of an accidental identity crisis—it’s calculated confusion at its finest. They want the best of both worlds, assuming the public is too naïve to catch on. Ever since their dramatic exit from the royal family under the guise of seeking privacy and independence, they’ve been clinging to the royal image without accepting any of the responsibility. It’s like someone quitting their job but still showing up at the office every day, wearing their old employee badge and expecting to be included in important meetings.
Their recent appearance at the Pasadena Wildfire Hub is a prime example. Who typically visits disaster sites to offer support? Working royals. This move was taken straight from the royal playbook, except for one glaring contradiction—they’re not working royals anymore. They willingly gave up that role, yet they can’t seem to step away from the performance. It’s as if they are method actors who never learned how to break character. The act they insist on playing is, "We’re no longer royal, but please, treat us as if we still are."
Then there’s the never-ending saga of their brand identity. One moment, it’s "American Riviera Orchard," the next, it’s "As Ever." The constant rebranding is exhausting. Bethany suggested that Meghan can’t seem to win, but not for the reason she thinks. The issue isn’t that people misunderstand Meghan’s identity—it’s that they understand it all too well. The public sees through the desperate attempts to be everything at once.
Contrast that with the Princess of Wales, Catherine. Even in the face of personal health challenges, she remains unwavering in her role. She isn’t trying to be Martha Stewart one day and Mother Teresa the next. She is authentic, consistent, and secure in her purpose. The same goes for Prince William, who carries himself with dignity and a clear sense of duty. He isn’t running around California reinventing himself every other week. Harry, once respected as a dedicated prince who served his country and upheld his family's legacy, has now become an entirely different figure—one that many describe as Meghan’s puppet. It’s heartbreaking to watch his transformation from a beloved royal to someone seemingly lost in a never-ending PR spectacle.
Bethany suggested Meghan’s problem is that she struggles to find the right balance between perfection and casualness. That completely misses the point. The real issue is that everything they do is designed for maximum attention with minimal accountability. They want the prestige of royalty when it suits them—grand entrances, lecturing others about global issues—yet the moment they’re expected to uphold the responsibilities that come with that status, they retreat, claiming to be private citizens.
And this new so-called "natural content" Meghan is producing? There’s nothing natural about it. This is the same woman who reportedly staged a Buckingham Palace photoshoot before even meeting Harry, allegedly leaked stories to the press while condemning media intrusion, and is now attempting to rebrand herself as a hybrid of Martha Stewart and Princess Diana. It’s all as curated as their perfectly polished Instagram aesthetics. Bethany might be trying to be diplomatic, but the reality is simple: you cannot build an authentic brand on a foundation of contradictions and manipulation. You cannot demand privacy while constantly chasing the spotlight. You cannot claim independence while leveraging royal connections at every opportunity.
Now, with the latest business venture—whether it’s American Riviera Orchard or whatever new name they come up with next—are we really expected to believe Meghan has found her true calling as a lifestyle guru? This is the same person who reportedly struggled with 18 months of royal duties, allegedly brought palace staff to tears, and never bothered to learn the British national anthem. Yet now, she wants to teach the world how to live elegantly? Please.
What’s truly revealing is how Hollywood’s elite are quietly distancing themselves from this spectacle. When was the last time they were seen at a major industry event? When did any serious celebrity publicly support one of their projects? Even Bethany, despite her diplomatic approach, can’t ignore the fundamental problem with their brand.
Harry and Meghan do have an identity—it’s just not the one they claim. They are professional victims, making a career out of complaining about the institution that gave them a platform in the first place. They are social climbers who crave the privileges of royalty without the obligations. They are attention seekers who insist they don’t want attention.
And the saddest part? They could have had it all. They could have remained respected members of the royal family, using their platform for meaningful work and real impact. Instead, they chose a path of endless contradictions, where they are neither truly royal nor genuinely independent. Their entire existence is a carefully curated illusion, one that becomes harder to maintain with each misstep.
Meanwhile, the real working royals—King Charles, Queen Camilla, Prince William, and Catherine—continue their duties with dignity and grace. They don’t need to constantly explain who they are or stage photo ops at disaster sites. Their actions speak louder than words. They do the work, day in and day out, without Netflix cameras trailing them.
One thing I’ve learned from covering the royals is that true nobility isn’t about titles, crowns, or luxury estates. It’s about service, integrity, and remaining steadfast in your values. William and Catherine understand this. King Charles and Queen Camilla understand this. Even Princess Anne and Prince Edward understand this. The only ones still pretending to be confused are Harry and Meghan. And frankly, that confusion seems to be the very thing keeping them relevant.
Bethany might see this as an identity crisis, but it’s far more deliberate than that. The constant rebranding, the mixed messaging, the strategic royal play-acting—it’s all part of their attempt to stay in the spotlight while dodging real accountability. But the public has caught on. People see through the curated perfection, the staged authenticity, and the selective royal role-playing.
