This incident is not the first time Meghan has clashed with the royal family and its traditions. Since her marriage to Prince Harry in 2018, her actions have led to a series of scandals and controversies that have had a detrimental impact on her reputation and the unity of the monarchy. Accusations have ranged from bullying palace staff to exploiting her royal status for commercial gain and spreading inaccurate information about the royal family.
One notable moment was her revealing interview with Oprah Winfrey, in which she distanced herself from her own family, especially her estranged father, Thomas Markle, with whom she had not spoken since before the wedding. Legal action followed as she sued several media outlets for publishing excerpts of a private letter she had written to her father, citing privacy and copyright infringements.
Meghan Markle's decision to keep Archie and Liet away from the royal family has been perceived by many as an act of arrogance and self-centeredness. Critics argue that she has deprived her children of the opportunity to connect with their relatives, learn about their heritage, and embrace their culture. Some royal experts suggest that her motivation for this move is to avoid scrutiny and criticism from the British public and the press, which have become increasingly hostile toward her.
Furthermore, Meghan and Harry have faced backlash for their opulent lifestyle in California, where they reside in a $14 million mansion and have secured lucrative deals with Netflix and Spotify. This led to accusations of hypocrisy as they advocated for environmental and social causes while frequently traveling on private jets and pursuing legal action against the media.
Speculation also abounds that Meghan Markle's actions seem to create further distance and tension between Prince Harry and his family, whom she may view as a threat to her influence and control over him. Allegedly, she has isolated him from friends and former colleagues and encouraged him to relinquish his royal duties and titles. There are rumors of an upcoming memoir from Prince Harry that is expected to reveal many secrets and grievances about the royal family.
Whatever the underlying reasons, Meghan Markle's refusal to participate in the Royal Family's Christmas lunch underscores her ongoing disdain and lack of respect for an institution that once welcomed her and afforded her a privileged position. It highlights her apparent disregard for the Queen's feelings and wishes, despite the Queen's generosity and consideration toward Meghan and Harry. Moreover, it raises questions about her children's well-being and their right to have closer, more loving relationships with their extended family.
In the eyes of many, Meghan Markle has once again demonstrated herself as unsuitable for royal life, prioritizing her personal agenda and reputation over the trust and loyalty of the royal family and the British people. Her actions have tarnished the image and reputation of the monarchy, making her appear more like a diva than a duchess.
