A former royal aide has made a damning assessment of Meghan Markle's behavior during her time as a member of the British royal family. According to reports, the anonymous aide described Meghan as a "complete narcissist" and "sociopath," alleging that she was "basically unhinged" and engaged in a pattern of bullying towards palace staff.
These allegations first emerged in Robert Lacey’s 2020 book, *Battle of the Brothers*, which explored the reported rift between Prince Harry and Prince William. In the book, Lacey quotes a senior palace courtier as saying that Meghan presented herself as the victim while actually being the bully. The courtier’s harsh evaluation came to light just days before Meghan and Harry’s explosive 2021 interview with Oprah Winfrey, where the couple made a series of serious claims against the royal family. This timing led some to speculate that the allegations were part of a deliberate smear campaign against the Duchess of Sussex.
Reports suggest that Meghan's alleged mistreatment of staff was so severe that it led to the formation of an informal "Sussex Survivors Club" among those who had worked for the couple. Jason Naf, the former Communications Secretary for the Cambridges and Sussexes, reportedly sent an email to Prince William’s private secretary, Simon Case, expressing concerns about Meghan’s behavior. In the email, Naf claimed Meghan’s treatment of staff was "totally unacceptable" and noted that she seemed always on the lookout for someone to take down. He also mentioned multiple reports from witnesses about Meghan’s unacceptable behavior.
The allegations of bullying are particularly damaging given Meghan’s public persona as an advocate for women’s rights and mental health awareness. The Duchess has previously spoken about her struggles as a royal, including experiencing suicidal thoughts. However, the former royal aide’s portrayal of Meghan as a manipulative and abusive individual contrasts sharply with her public image.
The Sussexes have strongly denied the bullying claims, with a spokesperson for the couple calling them a “calculated smear campaign” based on misleading and harmful misinformation. They have accused the palace of orchestrating a campaign to undermine Meghan and discredit her ahead of her and Harry’s tell-all interview with Oprah.
Despite the denials, the allegations have continued to affect Meghan, with some royal commentators and experts weighing in on the controversy. Some argue that the claims of bullying and narcissistic behavior align with Meghan’s public persona, while others defend her, suggesting she is the target of a concerted effort to discredit her. Ultimately, the truth may remain elusive, as the inner workings of the royal household are often shrouded in secrecy. Nonetheless, these allegations have cast a shadow over Meghan’s reputation and raised questions about the culture and power dynamics within the royal family.
