Despite Meghan's lawyers arguing that the case lacks merit and urging the judge, Charlene Edwards, to dismiss it, a recent court filing has revealed that the courtroom showdown might still proceed at the federal court in Tampa, Florida.
Samantha alleges that Meghan degraded their relationship during her highly publicized interview with Oprah Winfrey in March 2021.
Samantha claims that Meghan made defamatory statements, including asserting that she grew up as an only child, which, according to Samantha, everyone who knew them knows is untrue. Meghan also mentioned living with her mother during the week and her father on weekends, while stating that Thomas Markle lived alone as his adult children had moved out.
According to a court file seen by Newsweek, both Samantha Markle, the plaintiff, and Meghan, the defendant, have requested the court to hold oral arguments in relation to Meghan's pending motion to dismiss the third amendment complaint. The parties' respective legal representatives estimate that approximately 60 minutes will be required for oral argument.
In addition to the Oprah interview, Samantha's lawyers have referenced statements made by Meghan during her Netflix documentary series. One of the statements mentioned is Meghan's assertion that she was with her mother during the week and her father on weekends, emphasizing that her father lived alone as his two adult children had moved out.
Samantha's legal team argues that the series undermines Samantha, both explicitly and implicitly, by suggesting that everything Samantha has said is a lie. They claim that Meghan continues to perpetuate falsehoods about her family and upbringing while failing to set the record straight.
These legal developments come in the wake of Meghan and Harry's snub at the Emmy Awards. While royal fans on social media mock them for the snub, they praise Meghan's father, Thomas Markle, who has won two Emmy awards.
Some commenters highlight the contrast between Thomas, whom they perceive as critically acclaimed and professionally successful, and Meghan, whom they describe as ungrateful and lacking talent. Others suggest that Meghan should learn from her father's accomplishments and express a desire for Thomas to leave one of his Emmys to each of Meghan's children.
Thomas Markle has previously shared anecdotes about Meghan's aspirations for fame. He recounted a moment on the red carpet when Meghan, at the age of 12, expressed her desire to be famous like him. Thomas responded by reminding her that she was already famous to him and emphasizing the importance of family in life.
