The royal family has lost all their credibility! After Princess Catherine‘s photoshop scandal, one of the world’s biggest news agencies has declared that Kensington Palace is “not a trusted source.” Yeesh! Phil Chetwynd, global news director of Agence France-Presse (AFP), confirmed that update on BBC Radio 4‘s Media Show on Wednesday.
He said that the company has reviewed its relationship with the Princess of Wales and her husband Prince William and will now rigorously inspect all future handouts from the royals!
When asked if the royals are considered a trusted source still, he explained: Oof. Related: Meghan Markle Back On Instagram For Launch Of New Lifestyle Company! It probably doesn’t help that so far KP has refused to release the original, untouched photo of Kate Middleton and her kids.
She admitted to editing after publishing it in honor of Mother’s Day in the UK amid her abdominal surgery recovery. After fans noticed there were many inconsistencies with the image, several photo agencies sent out a rare “kill notice” on the photo with the Associated Press claiming it was too “manipulated” to be deemed an authentic portrait.
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