Meghan Markle—the woman who told Oprah the royal family was racist, who claimed she was silenced and controlled, and who fled the UK in pursuit of privacy—has now launched her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard. But here's the twist: the products she’s selling are almost carbon copies of King Charles’s beloved Highgrove brand. You really can’t make this stuff up!
The same woman who has spent years trashing the royal family with baseless accusations and playing the perpetual victim is now blatantly ripping off her father-in-law’s business model. It’s beyond hypocritical—it’s downright exploitative.
For those who might not be familiar, Highgrove is King Charles’s cherished estate in Gloucestershire. Long before sustainability became trendy, he was pioneering organic farming and environmental conservation. The Highgrove brand has been selling premium organic products for decades, with proceeds supporting charitable foundations. This isn’t a money-making gimmick—it’s a reflection of Charles’s lifelong dedication to environmental stewardship.
So, what does Meghan do after years of distancing herself from royal life? She launches a lifestyle brand that’s essentially Highgrove with an American spin. The similarities are so striking that reports suggest Highgrove is considering legal action for copyright infringement—and rightly so!
Let’s break it down. Highgrove sells organic honey with honeycomb—guess what? So does American Riviera Orchard. Highgrove is famous for its herbal teas, and now Meghan is suddenly selling herbal lemon tea, peppermint tea, and hibiscus tea. Highgrove offers organic raspberry preserves, and—surprise, surprise—Meghan’s got raspberry spread.
It’s not just similar—it’s practically identical. And don’t even get me started on the flower sprinkles, shortbread cookie mix, and crepe mix—every single item seems lifted straight from Highgrove’s product catalog. This isn’t inspiration; this is imitation in its most shameless form.
Perhaps the most frustrating part is the sheer hypocrisy. If Meghan and Harry are so desperate to cut ties with the royal family, accusing them of racism, oppression, and mental health neglect, then why do they keep profiting from royal connections? If the monarchy is such a toxic institution, why base an entire business model on a direct replica of a royal brand?
Remember when they first stepped back from royal duties? They promised to uphold the values of the Queen with dignity and integrity. Yet, what have they done since? Launched Netflix documentaries, written tell-all memoirs, and pursued one self-serving venture after another—all while continuing to cash in on their royal titles. And now, they’ve stooped to blatantly copying the King’s business model.
Sources close to Highgrove reveal that King Charles is absolutely livid. This isn’t just a business to him—it’s a lifelong passion. To have his own daughter-in-law shamelessly mimic his brand while continuing to damage the royal family’s reputation is a cruel twist of the knife.
And let’s talk about the so-called “homemade” claims Meghan is making. Are we really supposed to believe she’s in her kitchen hand-pouring honey into jars, personally measuring out tea leaves, and whipping up jam from scratch? This is the same woman who allegedly couldn’t cope with royal duties because they were “too demanding.” The logistics alone make this claim laughable—these products are clearly being mass-produced in a factory, with Meghan’s only contribution being her signature on the label.
Even in the U.S., many Americans are starting to see through Meghan’s charade. Hollywood insiders who once championed the Sussexes are now distancing themselves. Even Netflix, which handed them a lucrative deal, seems to be cooling on the relationship after their content underperformed.
The problem with building a brand on victimhood is that people eventually grow tired of the narrative. Sympathy wears thin when there’s no substance behind the complaints.
What this entire fiasco reveals is a fundamental lack of originality and integrity. True entrepreneurs create something unique—they don’t need to copy someone else’s model. Meghan has no expertise in organic farming, British culinary traditions, or sustainability. Yet, she’s attempting to repackage Highgrove as her own and hoping people won’t notice the blatant similarities.
The real tragedy? This could have been an opportunity for reconciliation. Imagine if Meghan had reached out to King Charles, expressed admiration for Highgrove, and asked for his blessing to create an American counterpart. That would have been a meaningful, bridge-building moment. Instead, we got yet another tone-deaf, self-serving venture.
Legal experts say Highgrove has a strong case for copyright infringement, and if this goes to court, it could be yet another embarrassing legal defeat for Meghan. But beyond the legalities, this just underscores the fundamental contradiction of the Sussex brand: they want the privileges of royal life without any of the responsibilities. They claim to seek privacy but constantly chase the spotlight. They trash the monarchy while simultaneously profiting from it.
Meanwhile, the real royals continue their work with dignity and grace. And that’s the difference between true service and opportunism.
