Royal Rift: Kate Middleton’s Former Aide Natasha Archer and Royal Photographer Chris Jackson Split

I’m Quinn Parker, and I’m here to spill the tea – and I’ve got a whole pot of it! As an over-caffeinated aunt spilling thoughts faster than you can keep up, I’m about to dive into the juicy details of Kate Middleton’s former aide Natasha Archer’s shocking split from royal photographer Chris Jackson.

Natasha Archer, Kate Middleton’s right-hand woman for 15 years, has reportedly parted ways with her husband Chris Jackson, a Getty royal photographer. According to a friend of the couple, they “haven’t been together for some time,” with Jackson attending several social events solo. The news comes after Archer exited her role at Kensington Palace to establish a private consultancy, with Middleton and Prince William supporting her decision.

Archer and Jackson tied the knot in 2017 in Mouliets-et-Villemartin, France, after meeting on the job. They share two sons and were last spotted together in Crete, Greece, over Easter. However, Jackson’s recent Instagram posts suggest a solo adventure with his boys in Greece, sparking rumors of a rift.

The former aide first joined the royal family’s inner circle in 2010, acting as a close confidant and unofficial stylist to Middleton. She received the Royal Victorian Order in 2019 for her dedication and service to the royal family. Jackson, meanwhile, is still the royal family’s photographer and recently captured Middleton’s new look – a stunning blonde hairstyle – at a joint official engagement with Prince William.

Middleton’s new look has sparked a trend, with Neville Tucker, the owner of Neville’s hair salon in Mayville, predicting a surge in blonde hairstyles. “Kate’s gone for a strong look that is really noticeably different to how we are used to seeing her,” Tucker expressed. “She has been playing with blonde tones for a while, but last year she was the darkest she had been in a while.”

As for Archer and Jackson’s split, a friend of the couple revealed that they’ve been growing apart. “They haven’t been together for some time. Chris has attended a string of social events on his own,” the friend shared with Daily Mail.

In a statement, Kensington Palace confirmed Archer’s exit, saying, “After 15 years, Natasha is leaving Kensington Palace where she’s been an invaluable member of the private household. We wish Natasha the very best for the exciting opportunities ahead.”

With Archer embarking on a new business venture and Jackson continuing his royal photography duties, it’s clear that this power couple’s split is a significant development in the royal world. As I wrap up this juicy tale, I swear, I could talk about this all day.

Sources: Celebrity Storm and Daily Mail, The Post, Vanity Fair
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