Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are once again drawing attention, not for what they said, but for what they chose not to say.
Known for speaking openly about personal and public issues, the couple have remained notably quiet on anything related to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. That silence has not gone unnoticed and, according to a communications expert, it may be a calculated decision that works in their favour.
Lynn Carratt of E20 Communications shared her view during an interview with GB News, suggesting the Duke of Sussex and Meghan Markle are handling a sensitive situation with care. She described their approach as “navigating a minefield,” pointing to the intense media attention surrounding Andrew and the risks tied to any public comment.
The issue resurfaced during the couple’s humanitarian visit to Jordan with the World Health Organization. While speaking to Channel 4 News, they were asked about Andrew but declined to respond, reinforcing their decision to stay out of the conversation.
Carratt believes that choice reflects a clear strategy. Given their own history with media scrutiny, even a brief remark could easily be taken out of context or turned into a larger controversy. By staying silent, they avoid adding fuel to an already heated topic.
She also noted that with Andrew’s position and public standing under continued pressure, keeping their distance allows Harry and Meghan Markle to avoid unnecessary conflict. From a public relations standpoint, she described it as a smart move that keeps attention on broader institutional matters rather than personal opinions.
In the end, the expert’s view is simple. Sometimes saying nothing at all can carry the most weight, and in this case, silence may be doing exactly what the couple intended.
