Meghan Markle's staff claps back at reports calling her a 'dictator in high heels' who terrified workers
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, are once again at the center of a media storm, facing accusations regarding Meghan’s purportedly domineering management style.
In response, a series of glowing reports from current and former staff have emerged, portraying the couple as thoughtful and caring employers, as reported by Daily Mail.
As the war of words intensifies, Meghan Markle's team seems determined to reshape the narrative, countering the characterization of her as a "dictator in high heels" with accounts of her generosity and kindness.
Staff members of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle share positive experiences in the media
In an attempt to shift the narrative, staff loyal to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have turned to friendly media outlets to share their positive experiences working for the couple.
A remarkable intervention took place through US Weekly, where staff members, both current and former, described Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as compassionate bosses who prioritize the well-being of their employees.
From sending baby clothes to gifting care packages, these accounts aim to dismantle the negative image of Markle being difficult to work with.
Harry's former chief of staff, Josh Kettler, who exited his role after just three months in August, ignited the latest wave of negative publicity surrounding the couple.
However, Kettler was quick to insist that he was "warmly welcomed" by both Harry and Markle, calling them "dedicated and hardworking."
Although he didn’t elaborate on why his tenure was so short, Kettler’s words seemed to be part of a broader effort to shift public perception.
Ben Browning, who served as the head of content at Archewell and oversaw the Sussexes’ Netflix documentary, also came forward with praise.
Despite leaving before the end of his contract, Browning described his experience with Markle and Harry as "positive and supportive."
His departure had previously fueled speculation about tensions within the Archewell organization, but his comments appear intended to dispel those rumors.
Timing of positive reviews for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle raises questions
Ashley Hansen, the couple’s global press secretary, offered perhaps the most heartfelt account.
Following her surgery, she mentioned that the couple showed her the "kind of concern and care that a parent would express for their own child."
Hansen recalled how Markle personally contacted her husband every day to check on their well-being, sending flowers and gifts as a gesture of support.
"You don’t realize how much that kind of kindness and thought means until you need it," she added.
In another account, a former staff member shared how Markle and Harry sent luxury gifts when they learned the staff member had adopted a dog.
"The next day, I had a luxury brand leash and new collar on my doorstep," the staffer recalled.
Employees expecting children are said to receive baby gifts and gently used items from Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, including car seats and baby gear that they no longer require for their own kids.
"They want to take care of us," one employee said, emphasizing Markle's attention to personal details, such as putting together a skincare kit for a staff member who mentioned having skin troubles.
Despite these glowing reports, the timing of the stories raises questions. They arrive amid mounting criticism from some quarters, particularly following a scathing piece in The Hollywood Reporter, which portrayed Markle as a "dictator in high heels" who reduces staff members to tears.
The article claimed that the Duchess doesn’t take advice and often belittles those around her, painting a very different picture than the one provided by Markle's supporters.
