Prince Harry has stirred controversy again, recreating a system that mirrors the Royal structure he previously abandoned—and publicly criticized. With his new Montecito team, the Duke of Sussex appears to be attacking the very setup he's now rebuilding.
Assembling a Team That Reflects the Past
In the midst of his professional separation from Meghan Markle, Prince Harry has appointed 11 senior staff members to his latest venture in Montecito. Among them is Meredith Kendall Maines, a top communications strategist. While the effort seems strategic, many are calling it hypocritical, pointing out that Harry is recreating the same Royal system he once walked away from in protest.
Experts Slam the “Royal Copycat” Structure
Renowned Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams expressed disbelief over Harry’s choices. "The hypocrisy is staggering," Fitzwilliams noted, referencing how Prince Harry spent years attacking the palace setup, particularly its courtiers. He added, “It’s ironic that after all his criticism, he is now building a system in Montecito that closely resembles the Royal household.”
“Spare” Shadows Loom Over New Moves
In his autobiography, *Spare*, Prince Harry did not shy away from vilifying the palace and its staff, often aligning with his mother Princess Diana's view of them as adversaries. Yet now, experts say, he has recreated the same environment he once despised, once again prompting speculation about his true intentions.
Switching Strategies Amid Declining Popularity
Royal insider Charlotte Griffiths explained that Harry’s decision to change course stems from his plummeting popularity. “He’s looked at the polls, seen a drop to 27%, and decided to abandon the Hollywood route,” she told GB News. According to sources, Prince Harry believes the American media strategy has failed—and so he’s reverting to a familiar, Royal-inspired setup.
The Montecito Model: A Reflection of the Old Guard?
Though Harry and Meghan previously cited security concerns and media intrusion as reasons for Megxit, it seems the Duke is now leaning back into a structured environment similar to the one he left. Critics argue that his actions contradict his earlier statements, highlighting how he's not just mimicking the Royal household but actively recreating its system, despite years of attacking it.
Calls for Clarity and Authenticity
As scrutiny grows, many are demanding consistency from Prince Harry. His shift in strategy—while understandable from a branding perspective—is raising eyebrows. If the Montecito setup continues to mirror the Royal institution, experts warn, he may face deeper criticism for attacking what he’s now trying to emulate.
Whether his new team succeeds or not, what remains clear is that Prince Harry's evolving relationship with the Royal system continues to be a lightning rod for controversy—especially when he appears to recreate the same structures he once denounced.
