Meghan Markle Warned Against Using Royal Title for Business Ventures
Meghan Markle has been cautioned about leveraging her royal title for commercial gain. Speaking to *The Mirror*, royal expert Tom Quinn suggested that Meghan should be wary of potential backlash from the Royal Family, which could surface if her latest business venture crosses a line.
Meghan recently launched *American Riviera Orchard*, a lifestyle brand expected to focus on beauty, health, and home products. While specific details about the brand remain scarce, Quinn accused the former actress of subtly using her royal connections to promote her brand and its offerings.
*"Meghan is treading a very dangerous path by setting up a new commercial project,"* Quinn stated. *"Each time she ramps up the commercial side of her life in the States, she risks losing her royal title."*
According to Quinn, senior royals in the UK are closely monitoring the situation. *"For now, they’re watching and waiting. They don’t want to act too hastily, as they could be accused of being vindictive. But once things settle down, a decision may be made that Meghan won’t like,"* he explained.
Quinn also suggested that Prince Harry fully supports Meghan’s new venture but has some reservations. *"Harry thinks the new brand is a great idea because it’s Meghan’s idea. He’s still so enamored with her that she can do no wrong in his eyes,"* Quinn said. *"But we have to remember, Harry grew up in a family that would have frowned upon this kind of commercial enterprise. So there’s a part of him that’s uncomfortable, which is why we’re unlikely to see Harry personally baking cakes or demonstrating kitchen utensils."*
Royal commentator Richard Eden added that the Duke of Sussex would likely accompany Meghan as she works to make the business successful. However, with Princess Catherine’s recent cancer diagnosis and ongoing treatment, Meghan has been advised to tread carefully.
Public relations expert Lyn Carratt remarked, *"As Meghan is no longer part of the monarchy, she’s free to launch her brand whenever she likes."* However, Carratt suggested that Meghan should be sensitive to the timing of her brand’s public launch, given the global support for Princess Catherine during her health battle. *"It would be wise for Meghan to consider delaying the official launch until we receive good news about the King and Princess's health,"* Carratt advised.
Meanwhile, Meghan’s brand name, *American Riviera Orchard*, has faced ridicule from several royal commentators. Kinsey Schofield told *The Rita Panahi Show* on *Sky News Australia*, *"Someone compared the name to a senior living facility. She’s really trying to embed herself in the Santa Barbara community, which is interesting since she’s only lived there for four years, yet still asks people to refer to her as Duchess after being one for just 19 months."*
Sky News host Rita Panahi also criticized the name, calling it *"pretentiously stupid."* She joked, *"It sounds like she just typed 'fancy name for lifestyle website' into ChatGPT. I can't think of a more pretentious name."*
As Meghan moves forward with *American Riviera Orchard*, it remains to be seen how both the public and the royal family will respond to her latest business endeavor.
