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Royal commentator Daniela Elser has publicly criticized Meghan Markle for her handling of the engagement interview she conducted with Prince Harry, as reported by News.com.au. Elser’s commentary reflects on the enduring mysteries surrounding the royal family, juxtaposing historical enigmas with more contemporary events.
She humorously recalls, “Of all the mysteries that have swirled around the royal family – who killed the princes in the Tower? Did Elizabeth I ever get up to any hanky-panky? – we have to add a roast chicken recipe.” Elser emphasizes that it was not just any roast chicken recipe but the one featured during Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s engagement interview in November 2017.
During the interview with BBC presenter Mishal Husain, the couple mentioned their casual evening spent “roasting a chicken, trying to roast a chicken,” which became a notable detail that captured public interest. Elser remarks, “Today the chicken is back, or more accurately, that chicken engagement interview is back in the news, after the journalist who conducted it, BBC star Mishal Husain, publicly hit out at the duchess.”
The engagement interview, known for its intimate and candid moments, was revisited recently when Mishal Husain reportedly criticized Meghan Markle’s reactions during the interview. Elser’s commentary underscores the resurgence of public interest in this anecdote and its implications for Meghan Markle’s public image.
The critique comes amidst ongoing scrutiny and media attention surrounding Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, who have been subject to both praise and criticism since stepping back from their roles as senior royals. Elser’s piece serves to highlight the enduring fascination with the royal family and how even seemingly trivial details can captivate public imagination and fuel discussions years after they occur.
As the royal couple continues to navigate their public and private lives, incidents like the engagement interview chicken anecdote serve as reminders of the complexities and pressures faced by those in the royal spotlight.
The criticism from Husain, a prominent BBC figure, adds another layer to the ongoing narrative surrounding Meghan Markle’s portrayal in the media and public perception, demonstrating the lasting impact of such moments on the royal family’s public image. The engagement interview remains a significant event in the couple’s history, marking their transition from courtship to official royal status and capturing the attention of audiences worldwide.
