In a bid to boost ratings for the upcoming fifth and final series of “The Crown,” a serious subject matter has emerged.
The show’s producers have resorted to using exploitative posters featuring the late Princess Diana, much to the dismay of Prince Harry and the rest of the royal family.
While some may argue that being coerced into submission by a major national company is the lowest of the low, there are exclusive details that shed light on the situation.
Neil Sean here, reporting from a wet and rainy London, where the weather has been nothing but gloomy for days.
It’s unfortunate for tourists who have come to visit, as even the open-top bus tours lose their charm in such conditions.
But let’s hope for a little sunshine for those exploring the beautiful United Kingdom, including Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and the rest of our country.
Now, let’s get back to the breaking news story of the day.
The producers of “The Crown” are desperate for a ratings boost and have resorted to exploiting the memory of Princess Diana.
Posters featuring her image and alluding to the tragic car crash have caused outrage among the royal family.
Prince Harry, in particular, finds it deeply disrespectful to his late mother.
While part of me understands that Prince Harry needs a salary and this might be the only opportunity for him, it doesn’t change the fact that this marketing campaign is trashy and exploitative.
However, Netflix has a cunning plan up its sleeve.
They are hoping to elicit a response from Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, or even Prince Charles and Prince William.
If any of them were to condemn the campaign, it would be a PR victory for Netflix, without them having to pay a penny.
Interestingly, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have remained silent on the matter, despite their usual openness on social issues.
Their silence hasn’t gone unnoticed, and it seems that Netflix is banking on the media frenzy surrounding the controversy to force a reaction from the royal family.
This tactic is reminiscent of the BBC’s Martin Bashir interview, which also faced criticism.
It’s unlikely that Prince Charles will dignify this marketing campaign with a response.
He understands that giving it attention would only serve to amplify its reach.
However, a reliable source has confirmed that Prince Charles is deeply upset and appalled by Netflix’s tactics, especially considering that his own brother, Prince Harry, is at the center of it all.
It must be a difficult situation for Prince Harry as well, as he finds himself torn between financial needs and the strain it puts on his relationship with his family, particularly his once-close brother.
In conclusion, while the exploitation of Princess Diana’s memory for the sake of ratings is abhorrent, it remains to be seen whether the royal family will take the bait and publicly condemn the marketing campaign.
Prince Charles, in particular, is unlikely to respond, preferring not to give Netflix the publicity they desire.
However, behind the scenes, he is undoubtedly upset and disappointed by this turn of events.
As the story unfolds, we will continue to bring you the latest updates.
Stay tuned.