Culture Why Meghan Markle Is So Problematic For The British Press Her non-conformity once made for positive headlines, but – as Prince Harry tries to prevent history repeating itself – Meghan Markle's refusal to play the tabloid game has left the papers riled. By Natalie Cornish Published 9 October, 2019 Culture Why Meghan Markle Is So Problematic For The British Press Her non-conformity once made for positive headlines, but – as Prince Harry tries to prevent history repeating itself – Meghan Markle's refusal to play the tabloid game has left the papers riled. By Natalie Cornish Published 9 October, 2019 Previous article ‘I Do Have Days When I Struggle With The Emotional Side’: Dr Cindy Mak Next article Members On Their Way: Vy Pham Many believed Meghan Markle signalled the dawning of a new age for the British royal family when she married Prince Harry 18 months ago. Not only was she mixed-race, but a successful actress in her own right who refused to conform to outdated ‘princess’ stereotypes.The newly-anointed Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s relationship with the British tabloid press started well. In the midst of Brexit chaos, a fairytale wedding, followed in quick succession by a pregnancy announcement and successful royal tour of the Pacific, their relationship seemed to be the good news the tabloids thought we needed. Where Kate Middleton had dominated the news agenda, there was now also Meghan, and, as any editor will tell you, she was a much-needed boost to the metrics that really matter: newspaper sales and website clicks. Culture Meghan Markle The latest Best Of Future Women Culture 30% of women go into prison homeless. 50% are homeless when they leave. By Sally Spicer Career Giaan Rooney didn’t stay in her lane By Melanie Dimmitt Culture Child psychologist warns parents and experts are avoiding this one DV question – at a cost By Sally Spicer Culture 5 moments that prove women won the Winter Olympics By Jesse Kitzler Career She didn’t pivot. She survived. Then she built an empire. By Melanie Dimmitt The Latest 3 Australian Women On Marriage Equality By FW Leadership 5 career lessons from the Australian Open By Odessa Blain Family The weirdest part of my pregnancy has nothing to do with me By Sally Spicer Your inbox just got smarter If you’re not a member, sign up to our newsletter to get the best of Future Women in your inbox.
