Tina Brown is right, Meghan Markle DOES have the 'worst judgement', says Richard Fitzwilliams
Tina Brown’s recent remarks about Meghan Markle's decision-making have drawn significant attention, especially from royal commentators like Richard Fitzwilliams. Brown, the former Vanity Fair editor who once had close access to Princess Diana, expressed on The Ankler podcast that Meghan has the "worst" judgment and characterized her ideas as "total crap." Brown's blunt assessment reflects her longstanding critique of the Sussexes' choices, particularly their departure from royal duties—an event she previously called a "disaster." She also suggested that Meghan consistently missteps in her public life, calling her "flawless about getting it all wrong."
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British journalist Tina Brown, ex editor of Vanity Fair, told The Ankler podcast the Duchess of Sussex - is 'flawless about getting it all wrong' and added that 'all of her ideas are total crap' |
This criticism aligns with Fitzwilliams' views, as he concurred that Brown’s comments were fair, underscoring that the Sussexes' exit could have been managed more strategically. He, along with Brown, pointed to missed opportunities, from Meghan's initial involvement in the royal family to their subsequent media endeavors, as examples of what they see as poor judgment on Meghan's part.
Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams recently supported Tina Brown's critical assessment of Meghan Markle, calling Brown a "highly respected journalist and royal biographer." Brown, known for her insights into Princess Diana’s life, has consistently voiced disapproval of Meghan and Harry's choices, particularly their departure from royal duties. On The Ankler podcast, Brown described Harry as "a lamb to the slaughter," implying that he has been heavily influenced by Meghan, following her lead "like a child."
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Tina Brown, who famously described Megxit as a 'disaster' and accused the couple of being 'addicted to drama,' alleged that Meghan has the 'worst' judgement during the podcast appearance earlier this month
Fitzwilliams concurred, stating that Brown was accurate in portraying Harry as being led by Meghan and in characterizing their departure from royal life as a "disaster all round." He pointed to the couple’s exit as a poorly executed decision, which he and Brown believe damaged their standing and limited their role within the modern monarchy.
Richard Fitzwilliams extended his support for Tina Brown’s critical remarks about Meghan Markle, citing specific moments that he believes underscore her "poor judgment." Fitzwilliams referenced the couple's decision to step down from their roles as President and Vice-President of the Queen’s Commonwealth Trust—a role Queen Elizabeth entrusted to them, particularly in light of their potential to modernize the monarchy’s relationship with the Commonwealth. Their subsequent Netflix documentary, which featured figures critical of the institution, was, in his view, a "form of betrayal" he believes Harry would not have done independently.
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Brown also noted that the couple's exit from royal life was a 'disaster all round' (pictured in July)
Fitzwilliams also highlighted a claim Meghan made during an interview with The Cut, where she mentioned an encounter at The Lion King premiere in 2019. According to Meghan, someone likened the celebrations for her marriage to those marking Nelson Mandela’s release. Fitzwilliams suggested this moment illustrated what Brown described as Meghan's lack of judgment, agreeing with Brown’s characterization that her ideas often miss the mark.
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex share a kiss during their trip to Colombia in August
Richard Fitzwilliams has supported Tina Brown’s criticisms of Meghan Markle’s judgment, describing it as “dreadful” and pointing to examples that, in his view, reinforce Brown’s assessment. Fitzwilliams noted that the Sussexes’ charitable foundation, Archewell, has made limited impact and mentioned setbacks like the end of their Spotify contract, suggesting that their ventures have struggled to gain meaningful traction. He also referenced Meghan’s partnership with the William Morris Agency, questioning its effectiveness and the tangible outcomes it has yielded.
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Fitzwilliams concurred with Brown and said she is 'right' that Harry is led by Meghan's actions - noting the example of their Netflix docuseries which aired in December 2022
Brown, in her book The Palace Papers, characterized Harry and Meghan’s exit from royal duties as a “disaster all round,” suggesting that they could have handled their departure more strategically if they had not been “hot-headed.” She posited that with better judgment, the couple could have maintained a positive relationship with the royal family and served as modern ambassadors, leaving a stronger legacy within the monarchy.
Richard Fitzwilliams recently echoed Tina Brown’s view that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s exit from royal life was a “disaster all round.” Fitzwilliams agreed with Brown’s assertion that the couple once represented a “contemporary face” for the monarchy, and he believes Harry could have been “a great success as a prince” had they stayed. Now, he remarked, Harry lives “in exile,” and the couple’s public appearances come across as “faux-royal.”
Fitzwilliams also reflected on Meghan’s emotional admission in Harry & Meghan: An African Journey, when she opened up about her mental health struggles in 2019. He pointed to this as a turning point, noting that the couple stepped back as senior royals just a few months later, in January 2020. Fitzwilliams remarked on Brown’s critical insights from The Ankler podcast, emphasizing that Brown’s works and commentary capture the “extraordinary circumstances” surrounding the Sussexes’ departure from royal duties.
Richard Fitzwilliams highlighted the abrupt nature of Harry and Meghan’s decision to step down from royal duties, stating they “blindsided Queen Elizabeth” under intense global scrutiny. He noted that Meghan had been a senior royal for less than a year and a half before publicly voicing her struggles during the couple’s October 2019 trip to South Africa, which he believes foreshadowed their departure shortly after.
Tina Brown, in her 2022 book The Palace Papers, described Prince Harry as “very impetuous” and noted that Palace advisers had anticipated his potential departure from royal life. Brown revealed that those close to the royal family viewed Harry as “fragile” and “combustible,” feeling constrained and unhappy within the traditional framework of the monarchy. These observations, according to Fitzwilliams, add depth to Brown's portrayal of Harry and Meghan’s exit as a complex and tumultuous decision with lasting consequences.
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In her 2022 book, Brown also labelled Prince Harry a 'very impetuous man' and revealed how Palace advisers 'always thought he would leave'
The Duke of Sussex is set to release the paperback edition of his memoir Spare, a day that also sees the launch of Mike Tindall's book, The Good, The Bad & The Rugby - Unleashed. In Spare, Harry dedicates the work to his wife Meghan, their children Archie and Lilibet, and his late mother, Princess Diana.
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The Duke threw around many accusations about the Royal Family in Spare, along with alleging that he had a physical fight with his brother and heir to the throne, Prince William (pictured 2019)
Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams has described Harry’s revelations in Spare as “extremely ill-judged,” echoing Tina Brown's view that Harry’s actions illustrate his “fragile” and “combustible” nature. Fitzwilliams remarked that Harry’s promotional interviews for Spare only heightened the backlash and ultimately led to Harry and Meghan’s removal from Frogmore Cottage, their UK residence. In the book, Harry makes several claims about the royal family, including a tense physical altercation with his brother, Prince William, whom he accuses of grabbing him and throwing him to the ground in a heated exchange.
These candid accusations, according to Fitzwilliams, exemplify Harry’s deep frustrations with royal life and hint at a divide that has continued to widen between him and the royal family.
In Spare, Harry recounts an intense altercation with his brother, Prince William, during which William allegedly grabbed him by the collar, threw him to the floor, and shattered a dog bowl under his back. William is said to have denied the incident was an attack, reportedly telling Harry, "I didn't attack you, Harold."
Harry also openly criticizes his stepmother, Queen Camilla, describing her as “dangerous” and a “villain.” He alleges that she “sacrificed” him to improve her public image, suggesting that Camilla’s efforts to rehabilitate her reputation following her marriage to King Charles came at the expense of his own. These striking assertions have deepened the divide between Harry and the royal family, adding new layers of tension and controversy around his relationship with the institution.
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