A royal expert recently criticized Prince Harry, describing him as lacking intelligence due to a series of questionable business decisions made after he and Meghan Markle stepped back from royal duties and settled in California.
Contrary to this view, former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond believes that the Duke of Sussex is more capable than perceived, having navigated their unique path successfully post-royal life. However, royal commentator Tina Brown, a friend of the late Princess Diana, harshly criticized the couple’s fast-paced professional ventures and their newfound status in Hollywood.
Brown expressed her opinion in the New York Times, stating that Meghan has made numerous professional blunders, and Harry, hoping for her guidance in the post-Buckingham Palace era, has also made poor decisions.
In defense of Harry, Jennie Bond dismissed Brown’s assessment, highlighting Harry’s strengths as a public figure despite not being academically inclined. She recalled Princess Diana’s similar self-deprecating remarks about intelligence, emphasizing the disparity between perception and reality.
Regarding the couple’s career trajectories outside the royal sphere, Jennie acknowledged their initial setbacks but praised their eventual success in their respective endeavors. She commended Meghan’s humility in acknowledging mistakes and willingness to learn, especially in their significant transition to life in California.
While the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have embraced their Californian lifestyle without nostalgia for their royal past, Jennie noted their contentment with their business ventures and charitable work. She highlighted their individual roles, with Meghan focusing on entrepreneurship and influencing, while Harry dedicates himself to charitable causes close to his heart, portraying a settled and happy outlook for the couple.