Former royal press secretary Paul Burrell has offered insight into underlying tensions between Meghan Markle and the royal family, particularly citing Kate Middleton’s unmatched effectiveness in coordinating royal appearances and events.
Burrell described Kate’s approach to public engagement as “Team Stealth”—a calm, composed, and highly professional strategy that projected confidence and consistency. According to him, Meghan reportedly felt the comparison intensified scrutiny and expectations, leading to feelings of being “lost or behind.”
He stressed that while the Duchess of Cambridge handled royal protocols with practiced ease, Meghan had to navigate the spotlight under different, more turbulent dynamics—heightening perceptions of imbalance and fueling internal pressure.