The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, has been labelled 'breathtakingly hypocritical' following an awkward incident during a magazine interview at a multi-million dollar mansion.
Journalist Jane Moore launched the scathing critique after it was revealed that Meghan was formally announced by her full royal title despite there being only one other person present in the room.
The Friendship Under Scrutiny
At the centre of the controversy is Meghan's relationship with 70-year-old cosmetics tycoon Victoria Jackson, who has regularly provided the Sussexes with free accommodation at her numerous luxurious properties.
The entrepreneur, inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame in 2017, was described by Meghan as her 'safe harbour' during a 2021 magazine interview - the same period when the Duchess was conducting scathing interviews about the Royal Family.
Moore, writing for The Sun and appearing on Loose Women, highlighted the apparent contradiction: 'Both hilariously egotistical and breathtakingly hypocritical considering she and Prince Harry have repeatedly criticised the Royal Family that bestowed the 'Sussex' title on them.'
Lavish Accommodation and Royal Connections
The Sussexes' arrangement with Jackson has raised eyebrows, particularly as they left the UK in 2020 seeking financial independence from the monarchy.
A source revealed: 'Victoria's houses make their place in Montecito look like a prison or a beach shack. It suits them for security, the houses are unbelievable, and they don't have to pay at all, which is also appealing.'
Meghan celebrated her 41st birthday at Jackson's ranch near Santa Barbara, California, and is said to feel completely 'at home' in the entrepreneur's properties.
Rebranding Efforts and Financial Questions
The timing of this scrutiny comes during a challenging year for the Sussexes, with 2025 marking the end of their Netflix deal and Meghan's attempts to rebrand her public image.
Questions persist about how the couple will maintain their affluent lifestyle without returning to royal duties, while simultaneously leveraging the royal connections they've publicly criticised.
The incident has sparked significant discussion on social media, with many users expressing amusement and criticism over the formal title announcement in such an intimate setting.
