Meghan Markle adopts cautious media approach amid scrutiny

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is reportedly becoming more selective regarding media appearances, including turning down podcast invitations to avoid intense scrutiny and difficult long-form questioning. This cautious approach follows years of intense pressure from British tabloids, which Prince Harry has previously stated caused his wife significant emotional distress.

Author and journalist Catherine Mayer has defended Markle against what she describes as a hostile media pattern that portrays her as a villainous figure. Mayer argues that the negative coverage directed at Markle echoes historical tropes used to characterize women as threats to power structures, comparing some narratives to those used against Anne Boleyn. Mayer suggests that the intensity of public hostility toward Markle is disproportionate and reflects broader issues in how royal women are depicted in the press.