Reality TV mogul Bethenny Frankel has never been one to mince words – and her latest advice for Meghan Markle and Kelly Clarkson is no exception. The Real Housewives alum turned business powerhouse has delivered a brutally honest message to both stars: 'Stop playing the victim and take charge of your narrative.'
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Frankel, who built her Skinnygirl empire from scratch, argues that successful personal branding requires resilience rather than sympathy. 'You can't build an empire by constantly positioning yourself as the injured party,' she remarked during a recent interview.
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The Duchess of Sussex comes under particular scrutiny. 'Meghan had the world's attention after the Oprah interview,' Frankel notes. 'That was her moment to launch something meaningful, not rehash royal grievances.'
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As for Kelly Clarkson, Frankel suggests the singer-turned-talk-show-host should leverage her relatability differently. 'America loves Kelly because she's genuine. She doesn't need sob stories – she needs strategic partnerships.'
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- Pivot problems into products: 'Every complaint is an unmet market need.'
- Control the conversation: 'Stop letting others define your brand.'
- Monetize wisely: 'Royalties beat one-off deals every time.'
Whether these A-listers will take Frankel's tough-love approach remains to be seen. One thing's certain – in the cutthroat world of celebrity business, emotional narratives have limited shelf life.
