Martha Stewart said Meghan Markle boasted about her visit to a United Kingdom palace and her meeting with the King and Queen [1].
The comments highlight the ongoing public scrutiny regarding the Duchess of Sussex's relationship with the British royal family and her public image.
Stewart's account of the interaction prompted a critical response from News24 host Rita Panahi [1]. Panahi questioned the nature of the boasting and suggested that such behavior was inappropriate for someone in the Duchess's position [2].
Panahi expressed surprise that the details of the visit had not already been monetized through official channels. "I can't believe she hasn't already talked about it on a podcast or on Netflix," Panahi said [1].
When discussing the reports of the Duchess gossiping about the royal encounter, Panahi said, "I'm not surprised" [1].
The reports suggest that the boasting occurred in the context of a trip to Buckingham Palace [2]. While the Duchess of Sussex has previously sought to redefine her role and relationship with the monarchy, these latest accounts suggest a continued tension between her private interactions and her public brand.
“"I can't believe she hasn't already talked about it on a podcast or on Netflix."”
This incident underscores the persistent friction between the Duchess of Sussex and traditional royal expectations. By linking the reported boasting to potential commercial ventures like Netflix or podcasts, critics are framing her interactions with the monarchy not as familial reunions, but as opportunities for brand building.
