Meghan Markle has been criticized for wearing a tiara in a video celebrating her 45th birthday, which was shared on social media. The Duchess of Sussex was filmed dancing in her California home while her husband, Prince Harry, could be heard saying "oh dear" in the background.
Birthday Video Sparks Backlash
In the clip, Meghan wore a baggy t-shirt reading "It's Giving Mrs" and waltzed through the kitchen before disappearing behind balloons. Another video showed the couple trying to put party hats on their dogs, Mamma Mia and Pula.
The royal couple reportedly spent the rest of the day at their Montecito estate with their children, Archie and Lilibet. However, Meghan's fashion choice drew anger from some royal circles, according to a source quoted by Radar Online.
Criticism Over Tiara Choice
The source said: "The clips were shared to give followers a glimpse of a relaxed birthday at home, but anything Meghan posts attracts intense scrutiny. Some viewers thought the tiara was a fun birthday accessory, while others interpreted it differently because of her royal background – or rather, lack of it."
"There are a lot of people asking why she is sauntering around in a Queen-style tiara years after she quit her role as a working royal."
Social Media Reaction
Comments on X were harsh, with one person saying she should be "embarrassed," while another called her "totally incapable of embarrassment." Despite the backlash, Meghan thanked fans for the "birthday love" and shared black-and-white photos of herself jumping into a pool with balloons.
The birthday comes after the Sussexes' recent trip to Europe, where they visited Portugal and made a discreet visit to the UK. During their time in Britain, Harry and Meghan had tea with King Charles and Queen Camilla at Highgrove, marking the first time the Monarch saw his daughter-in-law and grandchildren since 2022.
