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Meghan Markle’s Latest PR Stunt: A 14-Year-Old’s Praise or a Calculated Move?
In yet another twist in the ongoing saga of Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex appears to be making an effort to regain public favor, this time through the lens of a 14-year-old girl.
Avery Colvert, the young founder of Altadena Girls, has emerged as an unlikely spokesperson for Meghan, showering her with compliments just when critics have labeled the Sussexes as “disaster tourists.” Coincidence?
You decide.
An article in Marie Claire, often viewed as a PR haven for the Sussexes, features Colvert enthusiastically praising Meghan's supposed kindness and the transformation of Archewell into a robust non-profit organization.
It raises eyebrows—does it not?—to see a teenager being used as a mouthpiece in what many perceive to be a carefully orchestrated move to counteract negative press.
According to reports, Meghan has been busy donating bags of clothes from her personal collection and even sought stylist training to assist girls in choosing outfits that flatter their figures.
This leads to an inevitable chuckle.
Is the stylist training really a thing?
After all, this is the same Meghan who has struggled to find the right shade of bronzer for herself.
Yet, she's now being hailed as a fashion fairy godmother for troubled teens.
The narrative takes a dramatic turn with claims that some girls were so moved by Meghan's presence they broke down in tears.
But were those tears shed out of sorrow for their losses in the wildfires, or were they simply overwhelmed by the aura of Meghan?
One can only imagine how much she would love to believe it was the latter.
The delusion surrounding her public persona is palpable.
Adding to the spectacle, Colvert's stepfather, Matt Chait, chimed in to highlight how Archewell played a role in securing a building for Altadena Girls.
That's great news, but amidst this PR performance, the genuine struggles of wildfire victims seem to take a backseat to Meghan's self-promotional tour.
At least it's less overt than her previous appearance in Uvalde, where she donned a camera-ready outfit alongside a rather smug smile.
The timing of this article is nothing short of suspicious.
Just days after Princess Catherine garnered positive headlines for her heartfelt interaction with a child on World Cancer Day, Meghan's piece conveniently appears.
It's almost as if the Sussex PR machine couldn't bear to see the Princess of Wales basking in the glow of admiration.
Furthermore, the language used in the article raises questions about its authenticity.
A 14-year-old girl describing Meghan as “incredibly kind” feels scripted, doesn't it?
It's hard to believe that any typical American teenager would express themselves in such a way.
This reeks of a classic PR strategy—coaxing a young girl into singing Meghan's praises to deflect from ongoing criticism.
Historically, the Sussexes have been known to showcase children for PR purposes.
From the extravagant celebration of Archie's birthday during King Charles' coronation to Meghan's timely visit to Uvalde, this pattern is glaringly evident.
Now, it seems they've enlisted a teen founder in a bid to shield Meghan from backlash.
Let's be honest: most teenagers in Altadena likely wouldn't recognize Meghan Markle if she strolled past them in a local store.
The idea that she's some beloved figure in LA is laughable at best.
Even more amusing is the video evidence showing Meghan attempting her signature “compassionate hug” with Colvert, only for the girl to instinctively step back.
Awkward much?
But don't expect to see that clip featured in Marie Claire anytime soon.
Ultimately, true philanthropists don't require media coverage.
The most genuine individuals simply roll up their sleeves and get to work, no fanfare needed.
In stark contrast, it seems the Sussexes can hardly take a breath without ensuring there's a camera present to document their every move.
