Meghan Markle breaks silence after Thomas Markle’s brutal criticism of her Netflix show
Meghan Markle has broken her silence following harsh criticism from her estranged father, Thomas Markle, about her new Netflix cooking show, With Love, Meghan. While the Duchess of Sussex has not directly addressed her father’s comments, she took to Instagram to share positive feedback from fans who have been inspired by the show.
Thomas Markle, who has not been in contact with Meghan since 2018, did not hold back in his critique of the show, which premiered on March 4. In an interview with The Mail, he accused Meghan of being inauthentic and overly rehearsed. “Unfortunately, Meghan has never been authentic. She has to think about everything. She’s not spontaneous,” he said.
He also claimed that Meghan’s expressions and demeanor on the show were “pre-planned and rehearsed,” adding, “I know when she’s faking it for the cameras. She’s trying so hard to be perfect that she tenses up every time the camera is on her.”
Rather than engaging directly with her father’s comments, Meghan chose to highlight the positive reception her show has received. On her Instagram stories, she shared videos of fans recreating recipes from the series, accompanied by the caption: “Love seeing how inspired you are by With Love, Meghan*
. Keep up the beautiful work!”
The show, which consists of eight episodes, has already been renewed for a second season despite mixed reviews. While some critics have praised Meghan’s warmth and relatability, others have questioned the show’s premise and execution.
Meghan’s relationship with her father has been strained for years, particularly after a series of controversies surrounding her wedding to Prince Harry in 2018. Thomas Markle’s public criticisms have only deepened the rift, with Meghan largely avoiding direct engagement with his remarks.
Despite the family tensions, Meghan appears focused on the positive impact of her show and the support from her fans. The second season of With Love, Meghan is already in the works, though a release date has not yet been announced.
As Meghan continues to carve out her post-royal career, her ability to rise above criticism and focus on her creative projects demonstrates her resilience and determination to connect with audiences on her own terms.
