Princess Andre's childhood trauma deserves more than a tacky reality show

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Princess Andre, daughter of Katie Price and Peter Andre, stars in her own reality TV show, 'The Princess Diaries'. The four-part series follows the 17-year-old as she navigates her influencer career, plans a beauty brand, and tackles everyday challenges like passing her driving test.

Despite her tumultuous upbringing in the public eye, Princess comes across as sweet, well-adjusted, and self-assured on the show. The series delves into her past, including growing up in the tabloid-labeled "Mucky Mansion" amidst her mother's personal struggles and publicized issues.

While 'The Princess Diaries' mixes aspirational and relatable content, about 10% of the show addresses more troubling aspects of Princess's childhood. The series struggles to balance these darker moments with lighter, more trivial scenes, creating a disjointed viewing experience.

The show's handling of difficult memories, such as a carjacking incident Princess experienced as a child, juxtaposed with lighter moments, raises questions about the appropriateness of the documentary format for Princess's story. The series lacks deeper exploration of Princess's motivations for pursuing a public career despite her challenging past.