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The royal family

PR disasters thread 26

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BigWillyLittleTodger · 26/07/2026 11:15

Let the conversation continue……

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IceBrownie · 28/07/2026 15:49

Just reading up thread about the childish "Lipgloss" moniker for the courtier responsible for rehabilitating Camilla.

I wonder if it's based on that saying "putting lipstick on a pig".
Sounds like something Harold would say.

I'm originally from Portugal and the (limited) press they had over there refers to their stay as a "holiday". No mention of house ownership or setting down roots

corblimeymlud · 28/07/2026 16:37

I wonder if the kids say who was that man? Will we see him again? Why or why not ? Another odd chapter in the life of the Hamlets.

BigWillyLittleTodger · 28/07/2026 17:47

Info on the Portugal properties.

Properties at the CostaTerra Golf & Ocean Club development start at roughly €4 million (£3.33 million / $4.3 million).
Because it is an incredibly private, ultra-luxury enclave, final pricing scales up significantly depending on the size of the plot, specific property type, and bespoke construction options:
Property Types & Custom Option

  • Large Custom Homesites: Empty plots where buyers can build bespoke luxury villas. Large estates typically push the total investment to well over €10 million. 1, 2]
  • Turnkey Club Residences: Fully-designed, move-in-ready luxury homes. These include options like Dune Villas, Golf Pine Barrens, and Winery Cottages.
Mandatory Club Membership Costs Property owners cannot just buy the home; they must also join the exclusive CostaTerra Club to access the Fazio golf course and private amenities:
  • Initiation Fee: Approximately $200,000 (roughly €185,000).
  • Annual Dues: Approximately $40,000 per year.

CostaTerra Luxury Real Estate in Portugal

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Morelovelyandtemperate · 28/07/2026 17:59

BigWillyLittleTodger · 28/07/2026 17:47

Info on the Portugal properties.

Properties at the CostaTerra Golf & Ocean Club development start at roughly €4 million (£3.33 million / $4.3 million).
Because it is an incredibly private, ultra-luxury enclave, final pricing scales up significantly depending on the size of the plot, specific property type, and bespoke construction options:
Property Types & Custom Option

  • Large Custom Homesites: Empty plots where buyers can build bespoke luxury villas. Large estates typically push the total investment to well over €10 million. 1, 2]
  • Turnkey Club Residences: Fully-designed, move-in-ready luxury homes. These include options like Dune Villas, Golf Pine Barrens, and Winery Cottages.
Mandatory Club Membership Costs Property owners cannot just buy the home; they must also join the exclusive CostaTerra Club to access the Fazio golf course and private amenities:
  • Initiation Fee: Approximately $200,000 (roughly €185,000).
  • Annual Dues: Approximately $40,000 per year.

I'm not surprised they haven't sold out yet.
€40k a year golf membership😳

Fromhere1 · 28/07/2026 18:06

I don't think I've ever heard anything about either H or M playing golf? They'd hardly agree to buy a place that includes this ongoing fee? I think the theory about them not buying and just staying in an empty unit to promote the place for Jack (Eugenie's husband) is correct.

Theunamedcat · 28/07/2026 18:22

PullTheBricksDown · 28/07/2026 13:16

Yes, the bit about 'they can just be kids' in Portugal is very odd. What are they doing in Montecito, sewing mailbags?

HAM are wealthy privileged people who don't have to live in any particular spot to do what they do (glossing over a lot there). If their children are not able to have a carefree childhood where they currently live, they are free to relocate to make this possible, and as people who have repeatedly stated that happy family life is their priority, you would think that's what they'd do.

I assumed the "they can just be kids" was a slight towards his brother raising the next generation of royalty and a knock about how he was raised by his dad

I might be jaded and cynical though

BigWillyLittleTodger · 28/07/2026 18:24

Fromhere1 · 28/07/2026 18:06

I don't think I've ever heard anything about either H or M playing golf? They'd hardly agree to buy a place that includes this ongoing fee? I think the theory about them not buying and just staying in an empty unit to promote the place for Jack (Eugenie's husband) is correct.

I agree, it’s all smoke and mirrors, they haven’t renovated the Montecito house which looks as though it was last decorated circa 1995, I highly doubt they have enough money to purchase a four to ten million pound holiday home plus ongoing fees, when has Harry ever played golf??

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BigWillyLittleTodger · 28/07/2026 18:28

I suppose Meghan may have played a round or two with Rory Mcilroy….🤔

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JSMill · 28/07/2026 18:30

@Theunamedcatyes I think the comment ‘they can just be kids’ is a dig at the Wales. I, however, think the Wales children are having an amazing childhood. They do normal stuff like play in local football league, have beach holidays in Norfolk and then do fun stuff like asking David Attenborough questions or hanging out with Taylor Swift and the Kelcie brothers.

BigWillyLittleTodger · 28/07/2026 18:33

JSMill · 28/07/2026 18:30

@Theunamedcatyes I think the comment ‘they can just be kids’ is a dig at the Wales. I, however, think the Wales children are having an amazing childhood. They do normal stuff like play in local football league, have beach holidays in Norfolk and then do fun stuff like asking David Attenborough questions or hanging out with Taylor Swift and the Kelcie brothers.

And have and extended close family around them, aunts and uncles and cousins on both sides of the family, something the Hamlets will never experience due to their parents.

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Theunamedcat · 28/07/2026 19:24

And the rolling back has started she didn't release those images south Korea did! There fans never listen to a word they say blame the press blame (bizarrely) south Korea im awaiting Harry's next press conference where he claims its an AI created set of photos by the British press and they will sue (someone) again

PR disasters thread 26
HoldMyWine · 28/07/2026 19:33

Theunamedcat · 28/07/2026 19:24

And the rolling back has started she didn't release those images south Korea did! There fans never listen to a word they say blame the press blame (bizarrely) south Korea im awaiting Harry's next press conference where he claims its an AI created set of photos by the British press and they will sue (someone) again

I’m not clear what this is referring to?

HoldMyWine · 28/07/2026 19:34

BigWillyLittleTodger · 28/07/2026 18:28

I suppose Meghan may have played a round or two with Rory Mcilroy….🤔

Where is the laugh emoji when you need it?🤣
I wonder if he had a hole in one?!

BigWillyLittleTodger · 28/07/2026 19:38

HoldMyWine · 28/07/2026 19:34

Where is the laugh emoji when you need it?🤣
I wonder if he had a hole in one?!

😂 oooh matron!

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IAmATorturedPoet · 28/07/2026 20:22

HoldMyWine · 28/07/2026 19:34

Where is the laugh emoji when you need it?🤣
I wonder if he had a hole in one?!

🤣

corblimeymlud · 28/07/2026 20:33

BigWillyLittleTodger · 28/07/2026 18:28

I suppose Meghan may have played a round or two with Rory Mcilroy….🤔

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Barack Obama Applause GIF by Obama
BigWillyLittleTodger · 28/07/2026 20:51

corblimeymlud · 28/07/2026 20:33

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In true Meghan style

Take A Bow Thank You GIF by Iliza Shlesinger
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Theunamedcat · 28/07/2026 21:16

HoldMyWine · 28/07/2026 19:33

I’m not clear what this is referring to?

Releasing the photos its a trend going around at the moment people saying she didn't release the photos and people are actually believing it

Im watching a thread on Facebook some buzzfeed or something like it article about william and Charles having a rift because Charles wants harry back william is furious but its all allegedly apparently and we think/believe not even palace sources just made up nonsense and people are going mad in the comments about Williams rage being out of control he has done absolutely nothing wrong and people are believing it

I understand now why they do the whole never explain thing its like whack a mole

fantom · 28/07/2026 21:23

Didn’t release which photos??

corblimeymlud · 28/07/2026 21:35

The holiday photos?

Lunde · 28/07/2026 21:35

Theunamedcat · 28/07/2026 21:16

Releasing the photos its a trend going around at the moment people saying she didn't release the photos and people are actually believing it

Im watching a thread on Facebook some buzzfeed or something like it article about william and Charles having a rift because Charles wants harry back william is furious but its all allegedly apparently and we think/believe not even palace sources just made up nonsense and people are going mad in the comments about Williams rage being out of control he has done absolutely nothing wrong and people are believing it

I understand now why they do the whole never explain thing its like whack a mole

Are we talking about the holiday photos? .... the ones she posted on her personal Instagram??

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IAmATorturedPoet · 28/07/2026 21:43

South Korea hacked into MM camera roll and posted the hacked photos to MM own Instagram account?!?!

jeffgoldblum · 28/07/2026 23:13

IAmATorturedPoet · 28/07/2026 21:43

South Korea hacked into MM camera roll and posted the hacked photos to MM own Instagram account?!?!

Well of course poet! , I’m unsurprised , after all she didn’t flap her own gums in the Oprah interview! , no , of course not ! , the evil British media ..had their hands up her ass and flapped them for her! , completely logical….if you are on something strong….

PullTheBricksDown · 28/07/2026 23:45

It's late and I'm tired but I'm confused by the 'South Korea did it' defence. Will go to bed and see if it makes more sense in the morning.

Justdancevance · 28/07/2026 23:53

if Jack Brooksbanks believes saying that Sussex’s have a property makes a development more desirable he needs to give his head a wobble. Back to selling shots of tequila jack 😉

Meghan couldn’t even sell out jam, bubbles or sprinkles, how is being neighbours with this pair of grifters going to sell a 10 million property.

They’d always be begging to borrow your jet, and no one else would get a go on the mike at karaoke night.