Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to Avoid 'Lightning Rod of Criticism' in New Year Thanks to 'Separate Paths'

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry "may need to change things up" if they expect to have "a viable brand" in 2025, which just may play into their ongoing "professional separation."

This led PR analyst Edward Corman-James to share, "Meghan and Harry's brand has been tainted beyond repair."

"The relentless media backlash, fuelled by their misguided PR moves, has left them in a position where joint branding is no longer viable," he added.

The CEO of the marketing agency Go Up pointed out how Harry and Meghan were "a lightning rod for criticism" when they approached projects as a team.

"If Meghan and Harry want to make 2025 their year, they should focus on what they do best and take a break from their joint projects," Corman-James continued. "Meghan should lean into her strengths — her acting career, her philanthropic work, and her brand as a trailblazer for women’s rights."

Speaking further about Meghan, he observed, "She could easily tap into Hollywood again, using her acting experience, without the baggage of being a Duchess. Acting offers her the opportunity to shape her image, far from the royal narrative that has been forced upon her. A carefully constructed acting comeback could help her rebuild a fanbase and create a new, more positive legacy."

The Duke of Sussex recently surprised fans with an unplanned TV appearance in Canada on Sunday, November 17, attending one of the country’s premier sporting events — the Grey Cup.

Harry, flying solo without his Duchess, was in Vancouver to catch the Canadian football final between the Toronto Argonauts and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

Surprises like this led Corman-James to highlight, "Harry, on the other hand, should double down on his work with veterans and conservation. He's been genuinely committed to these causes, like his beloved Invictus Games, long before all the royal drama, and they continue to resonate with people. His role as a war veteran and conservation advocate provides authenticity, which is something the public values."

Meanwhile, the former Suits supporting player made headlines of her own, enjoying a glamorous Hollywood party on Friday, November 15, to celebrate the launch of a new haircare line by Highbrow Hippie, co-founded by her friend and celebrity stylist Kadi Lee.

This comes shortly after the couple’s joint video message advocating for children’s online safety, presented at a United Nations conference.

While their solo outings have raised eyebrows, a third source suggests this "simply reflects a natural evolution in their roles."

The couple’s independent strides are reportedly balanced by shared parenting duties, with one staying home with their children during the other’s engagements. Far from signaling distance, these separate paths "highlight their growth as individuals while remaining committed as a family," a Tinseltown insider dished.

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