Meghan Markle has found herself at the center of controversy yet again, with a new book revealing shocking claims about her treatment of former staff.
In “Courtiers: The Hidden Power Behind the Crown,” author Valentine Low uncovers numerous allegations that paint a troubling picture of Markle’s behavior during her time in the royal spotlight.
According to insiders who spoke to Low, many of Markle’s ex-staffers have reported feeling shattered by their experiences.
A palace source described the situation as one where “a lot of broken people” suffered as a result of her alleged tirades.
The source remarked that young women, in particular, were profoundly affected by Markle’s behavior.
One incident recounted in the book saw Markle allegedly launch a verbal attack on a junior staffer in front of others.
“If there was literally anyone else I could ask to do this, I would be asking them instead of you,” she supposedly told the worker tasked with a project.
Such accounts have fueled perceptions that Markle’s temper could leave colleagues fearful and shaken.
The host of the “Archetypes” podcast is said to have erupted at her team multiple times.
One former employee recalled a distressing moment just prior to a public engagement where they were unable to reach Markle by phone.
“This is so ridiculous.
I can’t stop shaking,” the employee reportedly said, conveying the high levels of anxiety she incited in her staff.
Low also chronicled how some staff members felt crushed under the weight of Markle and her husband, Prince Harry‘s, demands.
One former aide described being bombarded with calls while out to dinner, stating, “Every 10 minutes I had to go outside to be screamed at by her and Harry.”
Such instances supposedly lasted for hours, and the barrage continued for days afterwards, leaving staff with a sense of no respite.
Moreover, private secretary Samantha Cohen was subjected to what a friend described as “constant abuse” before and during their 2018 tour of Australia.
Cohen reportedly found herself dealing with two demanding personalities, describing it as akin to managing “a couple of teenagers” who pushed her to her limits.
Within another recount in the book, Jason Knauf, the palace’s press chief, expressed serious concerns about Markle’s behavior in a 2018 email.
He warned that two personal assistants had already been bullied out of their roles and noted that Markle seemed to consistently target staff members.
The book suggests that when HR approached Markle and Harry about respecting staff boundaries, Markle dismissively remarked, “It’s not my job to coddle people.” This disregard for staff welfare has led to backlash and further scrutiny of her conduct.
In light of these claims, the couple’s recent visit to the UK for Queen Elizabeth II’s memorial has also drawn attention.
Their reception was reportedly frosty, including publicized “disinvites” from important events, a stark contrast to their previous royal engagements.
Harry’s military history also came into play during this time, as there were initial restrictions on him wearing his military uniform at the Queen’s funeral.
Ultimately, King Charles permitted him to don the uniform during a vigil, revealing the complicated dynamics within the family following Harry and Meghan’s withdrawal from royal duties.
While some staff members have described their experiences as positive, contrasting accounts emerged just as quickly.
Supportive narratives from former aides suggest Meghan could be kind-hearted, but equally, they highlighted the stressful atmosphere others endured.
Allegations of bullying and difficult behavior are certainly not new for Meghan Markle.
Past claims have been described with intense scrutiny, and during previous interviews, the duchess has consistently denied engaging in any bullying behavior, labeling claims as part of a “calculated smear campaign” against her.
Meghan’s resilience amidst the swirling accusations remains a talking point, as she continuously seeks to align her public persona with empowerment and compassion, while questions about her treatment of staff linger, leaving many to wonder about the truth behind the curtain of royal life.
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