In a striking turn of events, Meghan Markle has seen another key member of her team exit after a brief tenure.
Emily Robinson, who was recruited in June to lead communications for Harry and Meghan, has reportedly stepped away from her role, marking a significant shift just three months into her appointment.
Robinson, who previously held a publicist position at Netflix, particularly known for her work on the acclaimed series The Crown, left the Sussexes earlier this month.
This resignation marks the tenth communications professional to part ways with the couple since they opted out of their royal duties and relocated to California over five years ago.
Amid these departures, only two individuals, James Holt and Miranda Barbot, have retained their positions with the Sussexes, albeit in roles not related to public relations.
When news of Robinson’s addition to the Sussex team initially circulated, eyebrows were raised due to her links with The Crown, a series known for its controversial portrayals of the British royal family, including depictions of the current king.
Her contributions to the final season of the show, which tackled sensitive topics like Prince Harry‘s Nazi costume controversy and Princess Diana‘s famous Panorama interview, sparked interest and concern alike.
Interestingly, Robinson’s LinkedIn profile does not mention her time with the Sussexes, adding to the speculation surrounding her departure.
Sources reported to the Daily Mail that Robinson made the decision to leave a few weeks ago, implying that the working conditions had become untenable, as described by one insider: “She’s not a quitter, so things must have been pretty horrible for her to go.”
In response to her exit, a spokesperson for the Sussexes stated that Robinson had effectively managed project-driven work for the successful season of “With Love, Meghan” and praised her performance in overseeing these initiatives.
Currently, the Sussexes’ communications team consists of Meredith Maines, their chief communications officer, alongside Liam Maguire, who oversees communications for the UK and Europe.
The search for stable communicative support seems ongoing, given the turbulent history of staff turnover within the Sussex household.
Earlier this year, there were notable discussions between the Sussexes and King Charles‘s press secretary, Tobyn Andreae, at a private club in London, hinting at potential collaborations.
Still, the ongoing reshuffle within their team suggests a need for greater stability in their public relations efforts.
Since their relocation to the States, the couple has developed a reputation for a notably high turnover rate among staff.
Josh Kettler, who served as Harry’s chief of staff, only lasted three months in the role before parting ways.
Media portrayals have not been kind, with reports from Vanity Fair and the Hollywood Reporter painting Meghan in a less than flattering light, suggesting she has earned the moniker “Duchess Difficult” due to her management style.
However, both current and former staff members have come to her defense, asserting a different narrative.
For instance, Kettler described his welcoming experience with Meghan and Harry, emphasizing their dedication and hard work.
His perspective reveals a contrasting reality behind the scenes, suggesting that the public depiction of the couple might not align with the
