The pair said they will no longer 'offer themselves up as currency for an economy of click bait and distortion.'
, Harry and Meghan are making a few big changes to ensure it is different from their time in London – namely, cutting ties with four major British tabloids.
In a letter shared with editors of The Sun, Daily Mail, Daily Express and Daily Mirror, Harry and Meghan revealed that as part of a new media relations strategy, they will no longer communicate with the titles due to each outlet’s use of “salacious gossip” to draw traffic and increase advertising dollars.
Part of the statement read, “The Duke and Duchess of Sussex believe that a free press is a cornerstone to any democracy – particularly in moments of crisis. At its best, this free press shines light on dark places, telling stories that would otherwise go untold, standing up for what’s right, challenging power and holding those who abuse the system to account. It has been said that journalism’s first obligation is to the truth. [We] agree wholeheartedly.
They continued, “There is a real human cost to this way of doing business and it affects every corner of society. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have watched people they know – as well as complete strangers – have their lives completely pulled apart for no good reason, other than the fact that salacious gossip boosts advertising revenue. With that said, please note that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will not be engaging with your outlet. There will be no corroboration and zero engagement.
Harry and Meghan – the latter in particular – have had a tenuous relationship with the British tabloids over the past couple of years. This week, Meghan is due to attend a virtual hearing for herfor its publication of a letter she sent to her father ahead of her wedding to Harry in 2018.
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