However, the conversation swiftly shifted gears towards Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, who has been making waves with her recent tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey regarding her experiences within the British royal family. Kimmel wasted no time in asking King her thoughts on Markle's revelations about facing racism within the royal fold.
King admitted to watching the interview and shared her empathy for Markle, acknowledging the challenges she faced dealing with subtle prejudices from certain members of the royal family and the British press. Yet, she also pointed out that the public's understanding is limited since the royal family has remained largely silent on Markle's claims.
But here's where things got unexpected. Kimmel probed King about some controversial details regarding Markle's past that hadn't received much attention before her relationship with Prince Harry. King confirmed her awareness of certain aspects of Markle's pre-royal life and felt compelled to shed light on some missing context from the dominant narrative.
She went on to reveal several unflattering facts about Markle's past behavior, including instances of alleged plagiarism and reports of being difficult to work with in Hollywood. King even mentioned rumors about Markle pursuing married celebrities before her relationship with Prince Harry.
Kimmel seemed taken aback by King's candidness and asked if she had concrete proof or firsthand knowledge of these claims. While King admitted she didn't have solid evidence, she stood by the credibility of the accounts she had heard from industry insiders.
As the discussion intensified, Kimmel questioned King's motivations for airing such unflattering claims about Markle after initially expressing sympathy for her struggles. King clarified that she harbored no personal animosity towards Markle but believed in providing a fuller picture beyond just issues of racism.
Their exchange grew more heated as Kimmel continued to probe King's stance. King remained firm in her belief that public figures, including Markle, should be subject to scrutiny beyond their experiences with prejudice.
In wrapping up the tense conversation, King reiterated her stance on the importance of presenting a nuanced and accountable portrayal of public figures. While she and Kimmel respectfully disagreed on certain points, they agreed to keep the dialogue constructive.
