The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, is facing intense criticism following her public dispute with lifestyle icon Martha Stewart, a row that could further alienate her from the Hollywood elite. The clash was the focus of a recent segment on Sirius XM, where presenter Meghan Kelly and guest Maureen Callaghan sided firmly with Stewart.
Sirius XM Hosts Defend Martha Stewart
During the broadcast, Kelly and Callaghan discussed Stewart's claims that she overheard Meghan gossiping about her recent trip to the UK with Prince Harry, including their meeting with King Charles. Meghan reportedly denied Stewart's account, suggesting the 85-year-old had misunderstood. Kelly and Callaghan both expressed support for Stewart, with Kelly commenting, "Martha said she talked about it...She had just gotten back, and she talked about it, and that's the comment in which she said it's very hard to transition from a princess into a homemaking professional...not everybody can do it, and Martha doesn't...spew s**t... she gives it straight."
Kelly then referred to Meghan as the "Duchess of Duplicity," adding, "Then the Duchess of Duplicity couldn't stand it." Callaghan echoed the sentiment, suggesting Meghan may have orchestrated a counter-narrative. "She seems to have got the host of the party to call up People Magazine and say that Martha's account was simply untrue, and that Meghan did not talk about her European vacation, other than to say the family had a great time," Callaghan said.
Accusations of Deflection
The hosts also speculated that Meghan's response might be a deliberate distraction. Callaghan suggested, "This is a controversy I feel Meghan wants because she wants us to forget things that are very recent and and much more of an obscenity, such as taking a photo of Harry and the children on what looks like their way to visit Diana's grave. Disgusting. 100% disgusting."
Daily Beast writer Tom Sykes weighed in, noting the risk of crossing Stewart. "Worse, they called Martha confused, implying that Martha...is a dotty old lady, and the position here is that this is incredibly stupid," Sykes wrote. "Because Martha's not going to take well to that, and though she may be 85, she's [Martha] sharp as a tack, and this is not the way."
Hollywood's Likely Allegiance
The feud could have significant repercussions for Meghan, who already finds herself excluded from numerous guest lists. Stewart, a beloved figure with a 60-year career, is seen as an American institution. By challenging her, Meghan risks alienating Hollywood further. Stewart has consistently reinvented herself and remained relevant, making her a formidable opponent. As the article notes, "It doesn't take a genius to work out who Hollywood will side with."
