Meghan Markle Hints at Solo Career Launch with 'Calculated' Move

Meghan Markle dispelled any doubts about her credibility with a surprise appearance at Variety's Power of Women gala.

The Duchess of Sussex joined the ranks of stars like Margot Robbie and Carey Mulligan at the star-studded event on Thursday, Nov. 16.

Hollywood executive Eric Schiffer characterized Meghan's move as a "calculated power play" to rebrand herself independently of Prince Harry.

“It's clearly time for a relaunch of Brand Sussex, and Meghan's solo appearance speaks volumes about the direction they are headed,” he told Mail on Sunday.

Noting Meghan's "can-do attitude" during her appearance, Schiffer remarked, “This is about positioning her as an independent, powerful woman who exists in her own right, not just as someone who is famous for marrying Prince Harry. ”

Schiffer suggested that Meghan's appearance was meticulously stage-managed, indicating a professional shift toward independence. “Professionally she seems to be ditching Harry and going it alone.”

An executive at a major Hollywood studio commented, “The truth is that a lot of people think the couple have blown it. In Hollywood, Harry is viewed as someone stuck in the past and consumed by grudges. “Meghan is still able to get a lot of attention but the challenge for her now is about translating that attention into cold, hard cash.”