Meghan Markle’s new Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, has stirred up a storm of reactions since its debut on March 4, 2025. While some fans adore the show’s cozy vibe, others have taken to social media and beyond to mock and criticize it, turning Meghan into a lightning rod once again. So, what’s behind all the backlash? Let’s break it down.
One moment that’s gotten a lot of attention happens in an episode featuring Mindy Kaling. During a chat, Kaling casually says, “I don’t think anyone in the world knows that Meghan Markle has eaten Jack in the Box and loves it.” Meghan jumps in to correct her, saying, “It’s so funny that you keep saying ‘Meghan Markle,’ you know I’m ‘Sussex’ now.” She goes on to explain how meaningful it is to share the “Sussex” name with her kids, Archie and Lilibet. Kaling, clearly caught off guard, just responds, “Well, now I know.” This exchange has sparked a firestorm online, with viewers calling Meghan out for what they see as hypocrisy. They point to her 2021 Oprah interview where she lamented nearly losing her identity and name, only to now insist on “Sussex” with pride. One X user summed it up: “Meghan in 2021: ‘I nearly LOST MY NAME.’ Meghan in 2025: ‘You know I’m Sussex now.’ Hypocrisy exposed!”
The mockery doesn’t stop there. Critics have seized on other moments, like a scene where raw chicken legs sit uncovered in her fridge—right next to salad, no less. Social media lit up with comments like, “Duchess Salmonella strikes again!” and accusations of unsanitary habits, with some joking she’s risking food poisoning just for aesthetics. It’s become a viral talking point, fueling the ire of viewers who already find the show over-the-top.
Speaking of over-the-top, the whole vibe of *With Love, Meghan* has rubbed plenty of people the wrong way. The series, filmed in a rented Montecito estate rather than her own home, drips with luxury—think cashmere sweaters while picking berries and a kitchen stocked with Le Creuset pots. To some, it feels like Meghan’s trying too hard to play the relatable everywoman while living a life most can’t touch. Posts on X have called it “next-level narcissism” and “an infomercial for her ego,” slamming the rainbow fruit platters and lavender-soaked towels as out-of-touch tips for regular folks. The fact that Netflix greenlit a second season despite the roasting only adds fuel to the fire, with one insider reportedly telling NewsNation that the platform’s “done” with her after losing money on the deal.
Yet, not everyone’s hating. Some see the show as Meghan reclaiming her pre-royal passions from *The Tig* days—cooking, hosting, and sharing joy. They argue the backlash is just the usual pile-on from detractors who’d criticize her no matter what. Still, the loudest voices online seem to be the ones laughing or fuming, from her “Sussex” flex to her fridge faux pas. Love it or hate it, *With Love, Meghan* has viewers talking—and not always kindly. Whether it’s a genuine lifestyle gem or a polished PR stunt, Meghan’s once again at the center of the storm, sparking mockery and ire in equal measure.
