Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have hired Emily Robinson, the former publicity director behind Netflix’s The Crown, sources tell Globe Magazine. The couple appointed her as director of communications in the United States, replacing six prior team members.
Palace sees provocation
Insiders say Robinson’s Crown pedigree represents a deliberate insult to Buckingham Palace. A royal expert told Globethat the move appears intentionally aimed at stirring up controversy.
Tensions reignited
This staffing choice follows recent departures from their U.K., Los Angeles and European PR teams. It comes just days after a British court ruled Harry ineligible for state-funded security during U.K. visits—an issue he publicly decried in an angry media interview.
Scathing Crown storylines
Robinson promoted storylines judged “sickening” by the Palace, including scenes featuring Harry in controversial contexts. One source described it as a calculated slap at William and Charles.
Royal family reacts
Prince William is reportedly “unamused” by the decision, describing it as a red line. King Charles is said to be stewing after Robinson’s appointment, escalating criticism of Sussex intentions.
Trooping the Colour fallout
At the June Trooping the Colour parade, Harry was notably absent. Lip readers claimed King Charles said their situation was “messy” and promised to “tackle it sooner or later.” Such remarks underscore royal frustration.
Media landslide
Harry joked The Crown feels more comfortable than family narratives. But hiring Robinson signals a shift toward using adversarial PR to influence public perception, say palace watchers.
What’s at stake
The insider told Globe that this might be the most inflammatory move yet—one that proves Harry has “zero intentions” of reconciling with his family anytime soon.
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