Meghan Markle: Status Over Reality in Suits and Royal Life
Meghan Markle's Image Obsession: A Royal Author Exposes the Duchess's Inner Struggle
In a bombshell revelation, a royal author has shed light on Meghan Markle's inner struggle with her public persona, revealing that the Duchess of Sussex was obsessed with projecting an image that was both aspirational and authentic. But as we delve into the fascinating world of Megxit, it becomes clear that the Duchess's obsession with image has been a double-edged sword.
On one hand, Meghan Markle's portrayal in Suits, where she played the feisty and manipulative paralegal Rachel Zane, catapulted her to international fame. But on the other hand, the actress's desire to separate herself from her role became increasingly blurred. According to biographer Tom Bower, in his book Revenge: Meghan, Harry, and the War Between the Windsors, Meghan was so consumed by her image that she began to absorb Aaron Korsh's vision for Zane, incorporating her own personal interests into the script.
But when critics took aim at Rachel Zane's character, Meghan felt personally attacked. The Duchess was alarmed by the prospect of being portrayed as an "unfaithful woman" and beseeched Korsh to end the storyline and affair plotline. Korsh agreed, aware that he was writing not only a good story but also Meghan's real-life character and personality.
This revelation raises questions about Meghan Markle's understanding of her public persona and her willingness to blur the lines between reality and fiction. As we know from the hit series Suits, Rachel Zane's wardrobe was always on point, and designer clothes became an integral part of Meghan's image. But did she ever really get over being called "Little Fox" by costume designer Jolie Andreatta? The answer lies in her continued obsession with fashion.
In an interview with People Magazine, Meghan gushed about keeping a pencil skirt from the first episode of Suits and credited Andreatta with influencing her understanding of fashion. But when Andreatta revealed that Meghan was not her favorite actress to dress, it sparked whispers about the Duchess's fixation on image.
Fast-forward to the present day, and we find Meghan Markle starring in her own Netflix series, With Love, Meghan. But despite the glamour and glitz of the show, critics have panned the program for being out of touch and depicting an idealized lifestyle that is unattainable for most viewers. Canadian comedian Katherine Ryan wasn't afraid to speak her mind on her podcast Telling Everybody Everything, calling the Duchess's show "highly inauthentic" and "phony."
But Meghan Markle has hit back at claims that her Netflix series was out of touch by insisting she and Harry are trying to be like other families with children at school. In a People Magazine interview, the Duchess shared stories about going to yoga classes with 40 to 50 others, sometimes on her own or with friends, and even greeting a stranger next to her with a fist bump and "well done." It's as if she's trying to prove that she's just like everyone else.
However, experts are not convinced. PR expert Mark Borkowski described the new Netflix deal signed by Harry and Meghan as a "downgrade" on their previous $100million five-year contract. According to sources, the renewed deal is worth less for the couple than their original contract, with Netflix taking a more cautious approach.
As we look at the big picture, it's clear that Meghan Markle's obsession with image has been a double-edged sword. While she may have used her platform to promote high-end fashion and beauty brands, it's also led to criticism about her authenticity and lack of connection with everyday people. In a statement, Netflix chief content officer Bela Bajaria said: "We're excited to continue our partnership," but the question remains – is this partnership truly equal, or has Meghan Markle sold out for fame?
In the midst of all this drama, we can't help but wonder what's next for the Sussexes. Will they continue to peddle their image-obsessed lifestyle to Netflix and its subscribers? Or will they finally break free from the shackles of fame and pursue more meaningful endeavors? One thing is certain – Meghan Markle's obsession with image has become a defining feature of her public persona, and it's up to us to decide whether we buy into it or not.