The Duchess of Sussex has found herself at the centre of a royal controversy after sharing what many are calling an 'insensitive' social media post. Meghan Markle posted a glamorous slow-motion video showing her bare feet propped up in a luxury limousine as it travelled through the Pont de l'Alma tunnel in Paris.
The Fateful Location
This particular tunnel holds profound significance for the royal family, being the exact location where Princess Diana lost her life in a devastating car crash in August 1997. The footage, shared as part of Meghan's new lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard, shows the Duchess laughing while her feet are visible against the tunnel's distinctive lighting and architecture.
Public Backlash and Royal Protocol
Royal commentators and social media users have expressed shock at what they perceive as poor judgement. Many have questioned why the Duchess would choose to film content in a location so deeply associated with tragedy for the Windsor family.
Key concerns raised include:
- The apparent lack of sensitivity towards Prince Harry, who lost his mother at this very location
- Questions about royal protocol regarding the use of such significant sites for commercial content
- The timing of the post, coming during what would have been Princess Diana's 63rd year
A Pattern of Controversy
This incident marks the latest in a series of contentious moments for the Duke and Duchess since their departure from royal duties. Critics argue it demonstrates a continued disconnect from the emotional landscape of the institution they left behind.
The video has sparked intense debate about modern royal behaviour versus traditional expectations, with supporters defending it as an innocent promotional clip while detractors see it as profoundly disrespectful to Diana's memory and the royal family's trauma.
