The spotlight remains firmly fixed on Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, as she navigates her life outside the Royal Family. Recent comments from royal commentator Richard Vickers shed light on the evolving perception of the former royal, painting a picture of a figure who has seemingly lost the support of influential figures and raised questions about her judgment.
Vickers, known for his insightful commentary on the royal scene, shared his thoughts in a recent interview with The Sun Online, expressing his growing concern over Meghan’s missteps since joining the Royal Family. He highlighted the loss of support from key figures like journalist Tina Brown, who has been a prominent observer of the royal world.
“Meghan does seem to have a capacity for losing friends and allies all around the place,” Vickers remarked, referencing Brown specifically. He continued, “For what it’s worth, Meghan lost me as an ally, too,” revealing his own shift in opinion. Vickers, who initially praised Markle for her groundbreaking address at the United Nations, now believes her actions have alienated many, including Brown, calling it “a coincidence that can’t be ignored.”
Vickers’ disillusionment with Markle started to surface after the birth of her son, Archie. “She was the first woman I’ve ever heard of who’s given birth and subsequently gone into labour later on. That doesn’t normally seem to happen; that seems to be rather strange,” he stated, adding a layer of skepticism to his observations.
Further criticism centered on Meghan’s perceived lack of dedication to royal duties. Vickers argued that while her marriage to Prince Harry significantly elevated her profile, she did not seem committed to using this platform for royal service. “It does seem to me that she wasn’t particularly committed to being a member of the Royal Family,” he asserted. He referenced early moments in her royal life that suggested a misunderstanding of her role, emphasizing that being a royal is about “complete service and devotion.” Vickers speculated that Meghan quickly realized her status was largely derived from her marriage to Harry and may have planned to leverage this position in America. However, he noted, “From what I can see, it’s not going terribly well, and that’s what usually happens.”
Reflecting on the fallout from Meghan and Harry’s decision to step back from royal duties, Vickers expressed surprise at their choice to leave while Queen Elizabeth II was still alive. He highlighted the distress this decision caused the Queen in her final years. He also criticized Markle’s judgment, stating, “I don’t think she has good judgment.”
Vickers’ comments echo sentiments expressed by Tina Brown, who recently described Meghan as having “the worst judgment of anyone in the entire world” during her appearance on The Ankler podcast. Brown also claimed that Harry was like a “lamb to the slaughter,” suggesting he follows Markle “like a child.”
The Sun Online has reached out to representatives for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle for comment, but no response has been provided at this time. As Meghan continues to shape her life outside the Royal Family, the scrutiny from former allies and royal commentators continues to grow, raising questions about her future endeavors and the strength of her relationships.