Meghan Markle urged to build independent identity beyond royal ties

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is facing calls from brand experts to establish an independent public identity separate from her royal titles. Following a recent visit to Nottingham with Prince Harry, brand expert Nick Ede suggested that Meghan has the opportunity to build a fresh chapter in Britain by focusing on her profile as a Hollywood celebrity rather than relying on connections to the British monarchy.

Recent discussions regarding Meghan’s public image also highlight her past interactions with the royal family. In his memoir, Spare, Prince Harry recounted an early encounter where Meghan was unaware of the identity of Prince Andrew, mistakenly asking if the man holding the Queen’s handbag was an assistant. Additionally, Meghan has recently engaged in charitable work, such as a collaboration with Malala Yousafzai for International Day of the Girl.