Meghan Markle's carefully managed 'anti-diva' rebrand is facing an early test in Australia, where the Duchess of Sussex is fronting a high-priced wellness event in Sydney with tickets costing up to $1,900. The appearance comes as she and Prince Harry travel through Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney on a trip critics have already branded a 'faux royal' tour.
The visit follows weeks of preparation for the couple's first major return to Australia since their hugely successful 2018 royal tour. This time, however, they are travelling as private citizens, mixing charity appearances with paid speaking engagements in a trip that appears designed to strengthen their post-royal brand.
