Palace Shock As Meghan Markle's Closest Aide Quits

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Working for the Duchess of Sussex must be one of the most glamorous jobs, so how surprising to discover that she’s apparently struggling to hold on to key staff members.

I can disclose that Meghan’s personal assistant has quit suddenly, just six months after the American actress married into the Royal Family. ‘It’s a real shock,’ a source said. ‘Why would she want to leave such a prestigious job so soon?’

A Kensington Palace spokesman declines to comment on the departure of the PA, whose name is given only as Melissa. However, in a highly unusual move, a Palace source has been authorised to pay tribute to her.

‘Melissa is a hugely talented person,’ the source says. ‘She played a pivotal role in the success of the Royal Wedding and will be missed by everyone in the Royal Household.’