Meghan Markle has always had a mix of loyal supporters and vocal critics.
Her fans, including high-profile personalities like Kim Kardashian, often praise her ambitious efforts to make a change in the world.
However, these cheers are frequently overshadowed by detractors, some of whom have been particularly harsh in their criticism.
Criticism from High-Profile Figures
One such critic is Tina Brown, the former editor of Vanity Fair and the author of a well-known biography of Princess Diana.
Last year, Brown made a pointed comment about Meghan, saying that the Duchess has a habit of “getting it all wrong,” and calling her ideas “total crap.”
But while this criticism might seem harsh, it doesn’t seem to be affecting Meghan’s relationship with her husband, Prince Harry.
In fact, those close to Harry say the constant barrage of negativity only strengthens his resolve to support her.
Harry’s Unwavering Support for Meghan
A close friend of Prince Harry recently shared some insight into how the Duke feels about the public backlash his wife receives.
According to this source, Harry finds it “horrible” to see people criticize Meghan, but his love for her only grows stronger as a result.
The friend explains, “He adores her and doesn’t think she deserves any of the backlash or criticism that’s been thrown at her.”
In fact, Harry has told those around him that the more people dislike Meghan, the more determined he is to stand by her.
“He’s vowed to always protect the mother of his kids,” the insider says, showing just how deeply he feels about supporting her.
Backlash Targeted at Both Meghan and Harry
Over the years, Harry and Meghan have both been on the receiving end of some harsh comments.
One memorable moment came in 2023 when Spotify dropped Meghan’s podcast, leading to a public insult from Spotify executive Bill Simmons, who called them “f****** grifters.”
More recently, they were criticized for visiting a food bank near the Los Angeles fires.
Hollywood actress Justine Bateman dubbed them “disaster tourists,” suggesting they were capitalizing on the tragedy for attention.
Meghan’s New Venture Faces Criticism
Meghan has also faced renewed scrutiny with the launch of her new business, As Ever, a curated collection of food products.
One particular item, a raspberry spread, was roasted by an online critic, who dismissed it as “liquid red sugar water.”
Despite this, Harry’s friends assure us that the prince isn’t one to engage in such negative commentary about anyone’s product.
“He hasn’t got a nasty bone in his body,” says the friend.
Harry Keeps a Low Profile During UK Visits
Despite the ongoing attention and controversy, Harry, now 40, prefers to keep a low profile, especially when he visits the UK.
A source close to the prince reveals that Harry tends to come and go without drawing attention, saying, “He tends to come in and out of the country under guise.”
This preference for privacy is no surprise, especially as Harry is currently involved in a legal battle in London’s High Court, where he’s trying to reinstate his taxpayer-funded security guards.
A Surprise Trip to Poland and Ukraine
In a surprising move, Harry flew to Poland last week without notifying Buckingham Palace, ahead of a secret visit to Ukraine.
His trip included a visit to a rehabilitation center in Lviv, where he met with children and adults who had been injured in the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Harry’s visit to Ukraine made him the second member of the royal family to visit the war-torn country since Russia’s full-scale invasion, following the Duchess of Edinburgh’s trip to Kyiv last year.