Meghan Markle Faces Declining Popularity and Potential PR Problem

Meghan Markle, the former senior royal who stepped down from her position with Prince Harry in 2020, is facing a new challenge after a series of public relations strategies failed to resonate.

Since relocating to the United States, Meghan has been attempting to establish her brand; however, according to a royal expert, her popularity is on the decline, which could have consequences for her public image.

Research firm YouGov has revealed that Meghan's favorability ratings have dropped in both the United Kingdom and the United States over the past year.

In the UK, she currently ranks as the second least popular royal, just ahead of Prince Andrew.

This decline in popularity may be attributed to the fallout from Sussexet and the subsequent events.

After stepping down as senior royals, Meghan and Harry moved to California in pursuit of financial independence.

However, they also began speaking out against the royal family in early 2020, drawing criticism from news outlets.

Furthermore, their extravagant lifestyle and perceived use of their titles to support political agendas have also attracted negative attention.

In a YouTube video, Sean, a royal commentator, expressed his fascination with unauthorized biographies, noting that individuals who were once overlooked, such as waiters and cab drivers, often come forward to reveal information.

This could potentially pose a significant problem for Meghan, as these individuals may possess valuable insights into her life.

Meghan's spending habits have also faced scrutiny.

During the first year of her marriage, she reportedly spent between $300,000 and $500,000 on clothing alone.

In 2019, the couple faced backlash for using nearly $3 million of taxpayers' money to renovate their Frogmore Cottage residence.

Additionally, their purchase of a $14.7 million, nine-bedroom home in California during a global pandemic has been criticized as insensitive and out of touch.

Critics have accused Meghan and Harry of attempting to live a billionaire lifestyle despite not having the financial means to do so.

This perception has further contributed to the decline in Meghan's popularity.

Another point of contention surrounding Meghan is her involvement in politics, which goes against the expectation of political neutrality for members of the royal family.

Journalist Zoe Strimpel labeled Meghan as “insufferable” for engaging in political matters without sufficient experience or understanding.

This criticism has added fuel to the fire of public opinion against Meghan.

Sean also mentioned author Tom Bauer, who is currently writing a biography about Meghan.

In an interview, Bauer suggested that Meghan should reconcile with certain individuals in her life, including her estranged father, Thomas Markle.

Bauer revealed that Meghan had a close relationship with her father growing up but seemed to have distanced herself from him as her career progressed.

He hinted that Thomas may possess embarrassing information about Meghan, implying that more revelations could come to light in the future.

As Meghan faces declining popularity and potential PR challenges, it remains to be seen how she will navigate these obstacles.

The scrutiny surrounding her personal life, spending habits, and political involvement continues to cast a shadow on her attempts to establish herself in the United States.

Only time will tell if Meghan can regain favorability and overcome these hurdles.