The Duchess of Sussex is facing fresh turmoil in her professional operations after her tenth communications chief resigned in just five years, raising serious questions about the stability of her team.
The latest departure comes from a former Netflix executive who had been hired merely three months earlier to handle the Sussexes' public relations strategy. This rapid turnover represents one of the most dramatic staff churn rates in modern royal or celebrity history.
A Pattern of Instability
Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020 and relocating to California, Meghan and Harry have struggled to maintain consistent communications leadership. The revolving door of PR professionals has become a persistent problem for their Archewell foundation and commercial ventures.
A close friend of the Duchess defended her, telling sources: "She's not a quitter, but things have been pretty horrible." The comment suggests significant internal challenges within the Sussex operation that extend beyond public perception.
Netflix Connection Falters
The most recent appointee came directly from Netflix, where the couple have a multi-million dollar production deal. Their resignation after such a brief tenure indicates potential difficulties in managing the Sussex brand across both philanthropic and commercial endeavours.
Industry insiders note that maintaining a coherent media strategy has proven particularly challenging for the couple as they navigate their unique position between royalty, celebrity activism, and commercial entertainment.
What Comes Next?
With ten communications directors departing in five years, the big question remains whether the Sussexes can establish lasting professional relationships with key staff members. The constant turnover threatens to undermine their ambitious projects and public initiatives.
As search begins for replacement number eleven, royal watchers and PR experts alike are watching closely to see if this pattern represents mere bad luck or something more fundamentally problematic within the Sussex operation.
