Since leaving their royal duties and relocating to the US in 2020, the popularity of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex has declined significantly. This decline has been accompanied by a series of controversies, including the release of Prince Harry's memoir, the end of a lucrative Spotify deal, and the controversial release of the biography "Endgame" by author Omid Scobie.
As the couple prepares to launch their new website and announce Meghan's new podcast deal, rumors have circulated about her potential return to Hollywood and how it might impact Prince Harry. In light of this, the PR expert has advised the couple to focus on separate professional paths, which could help boost their individual popularity and also serve as an olive branch to reconcile with the royal family.
Laura Burks, a PR strategist, reputation manager, and founder of PR with Burks, expressed her view that Prince Harry has been overshadowed by Meghan Markle's celebrity status, and her return to acting or the entertainment industry is unlikely to improve the public's perception of him. Burks acknowledged Prince Harry's significant contributions to charity work and encouraged him to return to it, as it aligns with his values and strengthens the connection he had with his mother, Princess Diana.
According to Burks, it would be in Prince Harry's best interest to rebuild his reputation outside the realm of celebrity that Meghan is focused on. She suggested that both Prince Harry and Meghan would fare better pursuing separate career paths rather than constantly promoting themselves and their relationship. This approach could potentially provide them with the opportunity to extend an olive branch and reconcile with the royal family.
