Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's work ethic has come under scrutiny in America, as royal experts opine that they may have had an easier time in the U.K.
The couple's recent Spotify deal termination sparked a lively conversation between Celia Walden of the Daily Telegraph and Dan Wootton on "GB News." They debated the Sussexes' future after Spotify's Bill Simmons labeled them as "f--ing grifters."
When asked by Wootton about the Sussexes' next move, Walden suggested they could possibly revive their tainted brand through diligent work.
"A worthwhile endeavor for them would be to produce something of significance. However, it seems that could be a daunting task," Walden shared. "What's intriguing is how they could've coasted in the U.K., benefiting from their lineage or elite education. However, Americans, as I've learned from living there, won't tolerate those who shirk work. Ironically, they could've easily been the so-called grifters in the U.K., doing very little."
She further pointed out, "In the U.S., as their reputation sours, the ripple effects can be devastating. As PR expert Mark Borkowski said, it's like a house of cards. Once the brand is tarnished, especially in America, the withdrawal of support can be swift and simultaneous. They cannot afford this backlash."
Wootton expressed his agreement, mentioning the absence of invitations for the royal couple to the Obamas and Oprah Winfrey's birthday celebrations. He asserted that the idea of Prince Harry and Markle becoming Hollywood sweethearts is now passé. He further questioned why anyone would choose to associate with the reportedly tainted couple.
Echoing his sentiment, Walden added, "Their repeated missteps could fill more than two pages. It's as if they continually make elementary errors." She attributed these alleged blunders to their focus on immediate financial gains rather than forward planning.
Daily Telegraph's Joe Hildebrand also weighed in on the discussion on Sky News Australia's "Sharri," hosted by Sharri Markson. Markson referred to Simmons' remarks about the Sussexes as "brutal," and Hildebrand seemed to agree.
"Indeed. They lack identifiable skills," he opined. "The question is, 'What can they offer?' They don't possess a particular skill set or talent. The only achievement to their credit was to leave the royal family, and they seem to have exhausted their resources. So, what's next in store for them?"
