Kate Middleton and Prince William are understandably in a state of panic following a backlash from their recent video appearance, where even their own team criticized them. The situation did not go well at all, and the fallout is evident.
In an attempt to regain some positive public sentiment, William made a surprise visit to the Royal Air Ambulance, which has been widely covered in the press. This move seems to be a PR strategy to express gratitude toward the air ambulance team, and it comes just a few days after the negative reaction to the video. Clearly, William's own team has expressed disappointment, and it’s likely he is frustrated, especially since the video was probably Kate's idea—or perhaps that of their PR team. William is not known for being intimate on camera, which is why the video felt so out of character and why it attracted internal criticism.
It's also likely that King Charles and Camilla were upset about the incident, wondering what William was thinking. Now, damage control is in full swing. It has been announced that William and Kate have made a private donation, but if it were truly private, it wouldn’t be publicized as a way to enhance their image. Kensington Royal expressed gratitude for their support of recovery efforts after £3,000 worth of food supplies were stolen from a food bank in South London. Everyone knows about their so-called private donation of £3,500 to cover the costs of the stolen goods and damages.
When we put this into perspective, it becomes clear how insincere it seems. The public pays William £23 million a year from the Duchy profits, and he refuses to pay corporation or capital gains tax, nor does he disclose his income tax. Thus, this £3,500 donation is equivalent to someone earning £30,000 donating just £3. Yet, they expect the public to see them as generous. This particular tweet regarding their donation has gained significant traction, highlighting that it is all part of their damage control efforts.
Why are they making these sudden visits and donations right after the backlash from the video? They clearly want to bury the incident, and William likely won't engage in similar PR stunts again. The video was a flop, and it seems his own camp turned against him, sending a message that they know what happens behind the scenes.
This whole fiasco wasn't just about William; it was primarily focused on Kate. The backlash fell squarely on her shoulders, reminiscent of the Mother's Day photo incident where she was criticized and had to admit to editing the pictures. This year has been challenging for the couple; with Harry’s return and other issues, they haven't had a great year.
In the midst of this, the New York Post published a shocking story claiming that Meghan Markle is a “dictator” who terrifies her staff, reducing grown men to tears. If grown men are truly being reduced to tears, one might question their own issues. The report, published by The Hollywood Reporter, alleges that Meghan belittles people, does not take advice, and that both she and Harry are poor decision-makers who frequently change their minds.
According to sources close to the couple, Harry is described as charming but an enabler, while Meghan is relentless, reportedly barking orders and causing distress among her staff. However, one must wonder about the credibility of these sources. Is this a smear campaign? It certainly appears so, given the involvement of The Hollywood Reporter and the New York Post, both tied to Rupert Murdoch’s media empire.
In my honest opinion, I don’t believe Meghan is a dictator who terrifies her staff. If that were the case, evidence would have surfaced by now. It has been five or six years since she became associated with the royal family, and yet no proof has emerged to support these claims. I remain skeptical of these accusations.
