Meghan Markle is fighting for her public image (Image: AFP via Getty Images)
is reportedly facing “deep struggles” in an attempt to repair her public image following bombshell allegations by former aides.
The Duchess of Sussex, who fronted the podcast ‘Archetypes’, saw the series axed after just 12 episodes as Meghan and ‘s deal with the streaming giant came to an abrupt end.
And now a source has allegedly stepped forward to speak to prestigious US publication Vanity Fair claiming Meghan was “really, really, really awful” to work for, labelling the stint as “painful”, with some staff allegedly needing “long-term therapy” after leaving.
Meghan has always denied accusations of bullying and branded them a smear campaign, while other former members of staff have previously come forward to defend her.
Meghan Markle signed a Spotify podcast deal with Harry (Image: -)
Media expert Michael Levine commented on the ordeal to, saying: “‘s deep struggle following the Vanity Fair exposé highlights the immense pressure of life in the public eye.”
He added: “Navigating fame requires skill and resilience, and the Sussexes’ transition from royal life to private enterprise has been fraught with challenges. The article underscores the power of narrative and the importance of managing one’s public image. Whether fair or not, such scrutiny can profoundly impact personal and professional pursuits.”
Levine also suggested that the intense scrutiny Meghan faces could be a “make or break” moment for her career.
Amidst these revelations, a source hinted that Meghan’s unpredictability might have serious implications for her team.
An insider divulged to Vanity Fair, saying: “She’s constantly playing checkers – I’m not even going to say chess – but she’s just very aware of where everybody is on her board. And when you are not in, you are to be thrown to the wolves at any given moment.”
Despite this, Meghan has always staunchly denied accusations that she ‘bullied’ her staff, labeling such claims as the product of a “calculated smear campaign” against her, with loyal former employees standing up in her defence.
In 2023, Meghan and Harry concluded their highly discussed Archetypes podcast, with both the couple and Spotify acknowledging their collaboration had come to an end. They ensured to state that the ending was “mutual” and underlined their pride in “proud of the series we made together.”
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry walked away from the royal world (Image: AP)
After closing the chapter with Spotify, Meghan entered into a new deal with Lemonada for an exciting yet enigmatic “dynamic new podcast.”
Although details were first brought to light in the previous February, the finer points of what Meghan will bring to the airwaves with this fresh partnership continue to remain tantalisingly secretive.