Meghan Markle's new lifestyle company is barely out of the box. However, a new report claimed that she is worried the much-maligned venture will fail and wants henpecked husband Prince Harry to come to her rescue.
“Meghan’s still talking a good game in public, but behind the scenes it’s a very different story. There’s no doubt all the criticism is really getting to her,” an unnamed source told The National Enquirer.
The 42-year-old former “Suits” actress announced the launch of her company, American Riviera Orchard, in March. However, it swiftly received criticism for the first run of Meghan's homemade strawberry jam after fans noticed "labels peeling off" jars in photographs uploaded on social media.
“The fact that so many people are savaging her brand already is a terrible sign, and the worry is that all the ridicule is going to tarnish it before it’s even fully out of the starting blocks,” an insider told the entertainment news outlet.
Even worse, there is mounting rumor that investors are not lined up to put money into the venture, which the informants said has Meghan in a tizzy. The Duchess of Sussex also accused of turning the screws on Prince Harry in order to attract backers.
“She’s making a big effort not to let anyone see her sweat, but people in her circle are whispering there are a lot more problems than she’s letting on. Harry’s being tasked with turning things around before it’s too late. He’s not used to pestering his contacts for money, except for charity, but the word is Meghan’s demanding he start calling in some favors,” the tipster stated.
Meghan and Prince Harry recently made a splash at the Royal Salute Polo Challenge, which benefited Sentebale, a charity the Duke of Sussex co-founded that helps children in Lesotho and Botswana, as per AP News. According to a mole, the dad of two was promoting his wife's new endeavor to the wealthy benefactors who attended the luncheon in luxurious Wellington, Florida.
“It’s clearly out of Harry’s comfort zone, but he’s doing his best to keep Meghan happy. He always does what she tells him to do — and there’s a lot riding on her Goop lifestyle knockoff. So, as you might imagine, the stress level right now for Meghan and everyone else involved with the brand is through the roof,” the snitch claimed.
Business Times has reached out to Meghan Markle and Prince Harry for comments.
