Meghan Markle’s high-maintenance demands reportedly left the British Vogue team exasperated.
Meghan Markle’s work ethic has long been a topic of discussion, but recent reports suggest her time as a guest editor for British Vogue left the magazine’s team less than impressed. The Duchess of Sussex, who famously guest-edited the September 2019 issue, reportedly clashed with staff over her demands, leaving them “silently exasperated.”
The fallout from her stint has been so significant that Meghan was notably absent from the magazine’s latest edition, sparking rumors of a strained relationship between the royal and the publication.
According to US-based royal commentator Kinsey Schofield, Meghan’s time at British Vogue was far from smooth sailing. “It has been previously reported that Meghan clashed with the editorial team while guest-editing a special edition of British Vogue in 2019,” Schofield revealed.
One particularly cringe-worthy moment came during a meeting when Meghan reportedly declared, “I want to break the internet!”—a phrase famously coined by the Kardashian-Jenner team in 2014. Schofield added, “Meghan sure thought highly of herself!”
The comment reportedly left staff members rolling their eyes, with many feeling that her approach was more about self-promotion than meaningful collaboration.
Insiders described Meghan’s contributions as “superficial, lacking rhyme or reason.” Sources claimed that the team often felt directionless under her leadership, with Meghan rarely providing clear explanations for her ideas. To avoid confrontation, staff reportedly chose not to push back, even when her demands seemed unreasonable.
One source revealed, “Her contributions were described as superficial, lacking rhyme or reason. And sources said that she was never asked to explain herself to avoid confrontation.”
Meghan’s insistence on building hype for the issue also caused tension. While the British Vogue team preferred a more sophisticated, surprise approach to the launch, Meghan reportedly begged staff to publicize the issue online weeks in advance.
However, things took a turn when numerous stories about the issue were leaked to tabloids. Staff members believe the leaks came from someone in Meghan’s camp, further straining the relationship between the Duchess and the magazine.
The fallout from Meghan’s guest-editing stint has been significant. Not only was she left out of the magazine’s latest edition, but her reputation within the industry has also taken a hit. The clashes and cringe-worthy moments have left many questioning her ability to collaborate effectively in high-pressure environments.
As Meghan continues to navigate her post-royal life, this latest revelation raises questions about her future in the media and publishing world. Will she be able to repair her relationships with major publications, or will her reputation as a demanding collaborator continue to follow her?
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