Meghan Markle Fires Back After Harsh Criticism from Royal Commentator
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, recently celebrated her birthday by releasing the second edition of As Ever’s 2024 Napa Valley Rosé wine. But instead of universal congratulations, she faced a wave of criticism from U.S.-based royal and foreign policy commentator Lee Cohen.
Cohen’s remarks were far from gentle. He criticized Meghan’s past comments about the royal family during her 2021 Oprah interview, questioning whether her “magic” was about “conjuring royal racism from thin air” or “twerking in a hospital room for clout.” He went on to call her brand “predictable, transparent, and tone deaf,” and even labeled her birthday post as “narcissistic rubbish.”
According to Cohen, only a “handful of supporters” acknowledged her birthday, implying her public image has taken a hit.
Rather than ignore the jabs, Meghan issued a clever and cutting response through her spokesperson. She expressed “genuine hope” that Cohen could find “support and peace,” cheekily suggesting he unwind with a glass of As Ever rosé while watching the upcoming second season of With Love, Meghan on Netflix.
In short: Meghan turned criticism into a PR moment, using wit and humor to respond while subtly promoting her brand — a move likely to please her supporters and irritate her critics.
