Our favorite spotlight-hungry former actress, the one and only Meghan Markle, was reportedly caught having a full-blown public meltdown when confronted by a reporter about something from her past that she probably hoped would stay buried forever.
A resurfaced video of Russell Brand bragging about planting one on Meghan back in her pre-royal days. Long before she set her sights on Harry and the Windsor jewelry collection, Meghan was just another actress in Hollywood trying to make connections and climb that ladder.
This interview from 2018 has resurfaced, where Russell Brand confirmed on ITV’s Loose Women that he had indeed shared an on-screen kiss with Meghan during the filming of Get Him to the Greek back in 2010. He rather dismissively mentioned that he wasn’t paying attention at the time because she wasn’t married to a royal person yet. How convenient for her that this was just a minor role that many people had forgotten about.
Brand casually stated, “I think I planted one on her,” and then added, “I only know this because I think I saw a clip of it somewhere.” It’s this nonchalant attitude about their interaction that reportedly sent our Duchess of Difficult into a complete tailspin when a reporter dared to ask her about it recently.
Now, I want to be clear about something. I’m not here to speculate on the serious allegations against Russell Brand—those are grave matters being investigated by the proper authorities. What I’m focusing on is Meghan’s reaction to being reminded of her past connection to someone now controversial, because that pattern of behavior speaks volumes.
According to eyewitnesses, when approached about this resurfaced clip, Meghan absolutely lost it. We’re talking a full-scale public meltdown—shouting, arm-waving, the works. This from the woman who preaches compassion and mental health awareness. This from the woman who claims to be so centered and balanced with her yoga and meditation. One simple question about a film role from her past, and apparently, she crumbles like a house of cards.
Contrast this behavior with how Catherine, Princess of Wales, handles public scrutiny. Even during her recent health challenges, we’ve seen nothing but grace, dignity, and composure from her. When faced with difficult questions or circumstances, Catherine remains poised. She understands what it means to represent something larger than herself.
Meanwhile, Meghan can’t handle a simple question about her acting career without reportedly throwing a tantrum like a toddler who’s been told they can’t have another cookie. And where was Harry during this meltdown? Probably standing awkwardly to the side, looking uncomfortable and confused, as has become his default expression since leaving his family behind.
It’s truly sad to see how far Harry has fallen—from beloved prince and soldier to glorified handbag holder for his wife’s various ventures and tantrums. Remember when Harry was the cheeky, charming royal who connected so beautifully with people from all walks of life? The prince who created the Invictus Games from a place of genuine compassion? That Harry seems long gone, replaced by this shell of a man who jumps when Meghan says jump and defends her indefensible behavior at every turn.
Speaking of indefensible behavior, let’s think about why this Russell Brand connection might trigger such an extreme reaction from Meghan. Is it simply because she doesn’t want to be associated with someone facing serious allegations? That would be understandable. But then, a simple “no comment” or “I worked briefly with Mr. Brand many years ago in a professional capacity only” would suffice. A screaming match in public suggests something deeper.
Perhaps what this really exposes is Meghan’s desperate need to control her narrative at all times. This is a woman who has meticulously crafted an image of herself as some kind of global humanitarian and enlightened being, rising above the supposed toxicity of the royal family. Any reminder of her hustling Hollywood days—when she was taking whatever role she could get to advance her career—threatens that carefully constructed facade.
It’s the same pattern we’ve seen time and again. Meghan wants to be seen as a victim of the royal family while simultaneously exploiting her royal connections at every opportunity. She wants to preach privacy while signing multi-million-dollar deals to share her “truth.” She wants to be seen as someone who rose above the shallow world of acting and modeling—remember the Deal or No Deal “briefcase girl” days that she later claimed objectified her? Yet her entire post-royal career seems built on performing roles—just different ones now.
My loyal viewers, I’ve been following the royal family for decades, and I’ve never seen anything quite like the Meghan and Harry circus. They claim they left for privacy, yet they can’t seem to stop putting themselves in the spotlight. They claim they were mistreated, yet every verifiable account from palace staff suggests it was Meghan who was difficult to work with. They claim they want to forge their own path, yet they cling desperately to their royal titles and connections.
Meanwhile, the real working royals continue to show us what true service looks like. Look at King Charles, continuing his duties despite his health challenges. Look at Queen Camilla, who has transformed from one of the most vilified women in Britain to a respected and hardworking member of the Firm. Look at William and Catherine, raising their children with as much normalcy as possible while preparing for their future roles with dignity and commitment.
The contrast couldn’t be more stark, could it? On one side, we have tantrums over questions about past film roles. On the other, we have steady, reliable service to Crown and Country, even in the face of personal challenges.
Let’s get real about something else. If Meghan truly wanted to distance herself from controversial figures or difficult questions, perhaps she should consider how her own behavior contributes to the negativity surrounding her. When you publicly trash your in-laws on Oprah, release a Netflix documentary full of half-truths and manipulations, and allow your husband to publish a tell-all book that throws his entire family under the bus, you don’t then get to play the victim when people ask you tough questions.
This latest public meltdown is just another chapter in what has become an increasingly sad story. Harry has lost his family, his country, his military connections, and much of the public goodwill he once enjoyed. And for what? To be tied to someone who apparently can’t handle a simple question about a film role from over a decade ago without reportedly having a public meltdown.
I truly believe Harry is trapped now. He’s invested so much in defending Meghan and burning bridges with his family that admitting he might have made a mistake would be nearly impossible. So he stands by her side as she reportedly screams at reporters, as she launches copycat business ventures that mysteriously never seem to produce much, and as she continues to use the royal connection she claims was so toxic for her own profit.
Where does this leave them? Increasingly isolated, increasingly desperate for attention and relevance, and increasingly exposed as hypocrites. The American public, initially charmed by what seemed like a fairy-tale romance, is waking up to the reality of who these two really are. Their popularity continues to plummet on both sides of the Atlantic, and incidents like this public tantrum only accelerate that decline.
You know what really gets me about all this? The sheer waste of potential. Harry and Meghan, with their platform and resources, could have done so much good in the world. They could have complemented the work of the royal family from a different angle, bringing attention to important causes without the constraints of royal protocol. Instead, they’ve chosen a path of constant grievance, victimhood, and attention-seeking that diminishes whatever genuine charitable work they do attempt.
I often wonder what Princess Diana would think of all this. Would she recognize the son she raised in the man Harry has become? Would she approve of the way he’s cut himself off from his brother, his father, his homeland? I can’t help but think she would be heartbroken at the state of things now.
As for Meghan’s reported public meltdown over the Russell Brand question, it’s just the latest evidence that beneath the polished exterior and rehearsed compassionate statements lies someone who cannot handle even the mildest challenge to her carefully constructed image. Real royalty doesn’t scream at reporters. Real royalty doesn’t throw tantrums in public. Real royalty understands that with privilege comes responsibility—including the responsibility to comport yourself with dignity, even when facing difficult questions.
William and Catherine understand this. Charles and Camilla understand this. Even the youngest working royals understand this. But after years of being adjacent to the royal family, Meghan still doesn’t get it—or worse, doesn’t care.
