After a recent assessment by a royal commentator, Prince Harry was labeled as “not the brightest bulb” due to a series of questionable business decisions made after he and Meghan Markle left the royal family and settled in California. However, former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond believes that the Duke of Sussex is more intelligent than portrayed, emphasizing their unique path post-royal duties. Contrarily, royal expert Tina Brown, a friend of the late Princess Diana, criticized the couple’s fast-paced professional life and new Hollywood status.
In an interview with the New York Times, Brown expressed her views on Meghan’s professional missteps and Harry’s perceived lack of intelligence, suggesting that Harry relied on Meghan for guidance in navigating life beyond Buckingham Palace, only to face continuous poor decisions from her.
Disagreeing with Brown’s assessment, Jennie Bond defended Harry, highlighting his success in various public roles despite not being academically inclined. She recalled Princess Diana’s similar self-deprecating remarks about her intelligence, which were far from the reality.
Addressing the couple’s career trajectory since departing from the royal family, Jennie acknowledged some initial setbacks but praised their current accomplishments in business and philanthropy pursuits. She commended Meghan for her humility in admitting mistakes and willingness to learn, noting the significant adjustments both Harry and Meghan have made in transitioning to their new life in California.
While Harry and Meghan have embraced their Californian lifestyle without looking back at their royal past, Jennie observed their contentment in pursuing individual endeavors – Meghan as an influencer and entrepreneur and Harry in charitable work aligned with his passions. She concluded that the couple appeared settled and happy in their new roles, deserving support for their chosen paths.
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