Meghan Markle Faces Criticism for Utilizing Royal Title During Interview
New York, NY - Meghan Markle is drawing scrutiny after details emerged regarding the introduction used during a recent interview with Harper’s Bazaar. Critics allege the Duchess of Sussex is attempting to maintain a connection to the Royal Family despite stepping down as a senior working royal, fueling perceptions of a contradictory public image.
The controversy stems from writer Kaitlyn Greenidge’s account of meeting Markle for the interview. Greenidge reported being greeted by a house manager who announced, ”meghan, Duchess of Sussex,” even though they were the only other individuals present. This detail, released alongside the magazine’s cover story, has sparked debate over Markle’s continued use of her royal title.
Sky News contributor Louise roberts commented on the situation, stating, “She likes to style herself as the anti-royal rebel; she didn’t want to do any of the royal duties, but she still wants the title. It is indeed a PR disaster…it says so much about her ambitions and her self-perception, it’s bizarre.”
Markle has previously faced criticism for utilizing her Duchess of Sussex title in other public-facing contexts, including on gift baskets and during podcast appearances. while the use of “HRH” is restricted for commercial purposes following her and Prince harry’s departure from royal duties, the continued use of “Duchess” remains a point of contention for some observers.
The Harper’s Bazaar interview, released this week, featured Markle alongside photographs reminiscent of Princess Diana, a connection Greenidge explored in her article. The incident with the formal introduction, however, has overshadowed the interview’s content, reigniting discussions about Markle’s public persona and relationship with the Royal Family.
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