There is a danger that the monarch’s reputation is affected by hosting controversial heads of state.
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British monarchs have grappled with issues of representation, accuracy and flattery in portraits since the Middle Ages.
Rumours are out of control following the Kate Middleton photo controversy. It seems the royal family’s PR train is running off its rails.
Even those who seek out the spotlight have a legal right to privacy.
Queen Elizabeth II managed to claw back popular support after the PR disasters around her handing of Diana’s divorce from Prince Charles and her response when she died.
Conspiracy theories help people make sense of chaos and tragedy by finding a ‘reason’ behind the coincidences.
Souvenirs celebrating royal events have been a staple since the 17th century.
Prince Andrew has been described as the “black sheep” of the royal family, but his alleged behaviour is part of the monarchy’s long history of dismissing women.
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