Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s public image. According to PR strategist Edward Coram-James, the couple’s biggest problem isn’t their work or their talent — it’s that they always come as a “package deal.”
Individually, both have strong projects:
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Prince Harry focuses on military, charity, and mental health initiatives.
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Meghan Markle leans into Hollywood, lifestyle, and creative ventures like her cooking show.
But when they appear together, their brand gets tangled in the ongoing royal drama. Instead of people focusing on their actual work, the spotlight shifts back to their ties with the monarchy and the controversies around leaving royal life.
Coram-James suggests that the solution is simple: Harry and Meghan should separate their professional brands. This would help them create clearer, more focused stories for the public and allow each of them to build their own legacy, rather than being overshadowed by “royal drama.”
The timing of this advice is interesting, as the couple just signed a new, smaller Netflix deal. Their first major contract in 2020 was worth $100 million and led to hits like the Harry & Meghan docuseries. Now, with this scaled-back deal, they have a chance to reshape how their projects — and their personal images — are perceived.
The expert believes Meghan and Harry’s joint brand invites criticism and confusion. By separating their professional identities, they could avoid being trapped in constant royal-related controversy and instead focus on their own individual achievements.
