Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, has found herself at the centre of controversy following her recent cancer diagnosis, with royal commentators branding her behaviour as 'manipulative' and attention-seeking.
Royal Commentators Voice Concerns
According to reports from ITV's royal editor Chris Ship and producer Lizzie Robinson on their podcast, Ferguson has been displaying behaviour that some are calling calculated and emotionally manipulative. The criticism comes despite the Duchess facing significant health challenges, including two separate cancer diagnoses within a single year.
A Year of Health Battles
The 64-year-old former royal has endured an incredibly difficult period, first being diagnosed with breast cancer followed by a malignant melanoma diagnosis. Despite these serious health concerns, some observers claim Ferguson has been using her situation to manipulate public sympathy and media attention.
Podcast Revelations Spark Debate
During their royal podcast, Ship and Robinson didn't hold back in their assessment of Ferguson's recent conduct. They suggested that her approach to sharing health updates and personal struggles appears carefully orchestrated to maintain public relevance and sympathy.
Pattern of Behaviour Under Scrutiny
This isn't the first time the Duchess has faced accusations of attention-seeking behaviour. Royal watchers have noted what they describe as a consistent pattern of using personal challenges to remain in the public eye, even years after her divorce from Prince Andrew.
Public Reaction Divided
The commentary has sparked mixed reactions from the public, with some defending the Duchess's right to share her cancer journey while others agree with the assessment that her approach seems calculated for maximum media impact.
Ongoing Royal Relations
Despite the criticism, Ferguson maintains a close relationship with the royal family, particularly with her ex-husband Prince Andrew, with whom she continues to share a home at Royal Lodge in Windsor.
