Is Meghan Markle Tipping Off the Paparazzi?

The Truth Behind the Controversy

Photographer Giselle Paschottum, renowned for capturing celebrities like Kristen Stewart, the Kardashians, and even the royal family, recently appeared on the Hollywood Raw podcast.

When asked about whether Meghan Markle tips off the paparazzi now that she's married to Prince Harry, Paschottum played it coy, responding with a simple “no comment.”

However, he did offer some intriguing insights into his experiences with the couple.

Paschottum revealed that his interest in the royal couple began when Meghan and Harry first became an item.

Just four days after their relationship made headlines, he flew to Toronto, where Meghan was residing at the time.

It was there that he managed to capture some stunning shots of her in a forest setting.

According to Paschottum, Meghan willingly posed for the photographs, smiling and engaging with him and his colleagues.

She even playfully advised him to ditch his trench coat for a puffer jacket since they were in Toronto.

Interestingly, this isn't the first time allegations have surfaced regarding staged paparazzi shots involving Meghan Markle.

Back in 2015, sources claimed that her then PR team arranged such photos to boost her fame in the UK.

The Sun reported that her agent orchestrated shots of her entering London restaurants, with Meghan fully aware of the photographer's presence.

While these claims remain unverified, they add fuel to the ongoing debate about Meghan's relationship with the media.

In the Netflix docuseries, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle openly criticized the British press for their treatment of the couple.

However, according to Arthur Edwards, a royal photographer for The Sun since 1975, Prince Harry had a positive rapport with the media long before meeting Meghan.

Edwards, who joined the royal tours numerous times and had several close encounters with the Duke of Sussex, recalled Prince Harry's friendly and engaging nature.

Prince Harry saw the British press as a platform to advocate for causes close to his heart, such as the Invictus Games, which he founded to support wounded servicemen and women.

Edwards reminisced about their time together, sharing stories of lively discussions and laughter.

He fondly remembered how Prince Harry would arrange meet-ups with the media, where they would exchange ideas and viewpoints.

The prince was even known to pick up the tab, showcasing his genuine camaraderie.

However, Edwards noted a significant change in Prince Harry's relationship with the media after marrying Meghan.

The once vibrant and open prince seemed to withdraw, leaving Edwards feeling saddened by the shift.

He described Prince Harry as a gifted young man who could freely express himself without taking offense.

Unfortunately, that dynamic changed when Meghan entered the picture, and the openness disappeared.

Observing Prince Harry now, Edwards couldn't help but notice the unhappiness etched on his face.

It is clear that the prince's relationship with the media has evolved over time, and it seems to have taken a toll on him.