Meghan Markle’s seventh wedding anniversary post was meant to be a heartfelt tribute—but it’s stirred up a firestorm of controversy instead. What should have been a quiet celebration between the Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry turned into a full-blown media spectacle, with critics calling her out for what they describe as an overly “narcissistic” display.
The Duchess took to Instagram to share a romantic photo collage featuring private snapshots of her and Harry’s journey—from their dating days to sweet glimpses of family life with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. It even included handwritten lyrics, all wrapped in an emotional message.
“Seven years of marriage. A lifetime of stories,” Meghan captioned the post. She continued, “Thanks to all of you (whether by our side, or from afar) who have loved and supported us throughout our love story – we appreciate you. Happy anniversary!”
While fans flooded the comment section with praise and hearts, not everyone was touched by the gesture. Royal expert Ingrid Seward came out swinging, calling the post “a very narcissistic way” to celebrate such a milestone.
“I mean, I’ve never heard of someone doing a mood board for a wedding anniversary,” Seward told The Sun. “Maybe it does happen now. But I think it’s… Meghan is just so Californian in everything she does.”
Seward clarified she wasn’t bashing California culture but couldn’t help highlighting how “American” the post felt. “Probably it’s completely normal. But I just think it’s… you can look but you can’t touch sort of thing,” she added.
What really sparked criticism was the inclusion of their children’s photos—tiny and hard to see—prompting accusations of calculated exposure. “You know, these are my children but they’re tiny, tiny pictures so you can’t see them. And aren’t Harry and I happy?” Seward quipped.
For many royal watchers, the public nature of the post seemed to contradict Meghan and Harry’s ongoing demand for privacy. “Surely if they really were as happy as she makes out, she wouldn’t need to tell anyone. That’s what it smacks of to me,” Seward said.
The backlash quickly made its way online, with skeptics questioning Meghan’s motives. Some accused her of trying to stir sympathy and attention just as Prince William and Kate Middleton’s own engagements are drawing headlines.
Others pointed out that Prince Harry has remained noticeably silent on his own platforms, leaving fans to wonder if the collage was entirely Meghan’s doing. The contrast between the Sussexes’ public-facing social posts and the royal family’s traditionally private nature is once again being put under the microscope.
Still, many fans leapt to Meghan’s defense, praising the collage as a sweet and modern way to mark the occasion. Supporters said it was an authentic display of love, creativity, and gratitude toward the public who have supported them through thick and thin.
Despite the controversy, one thing is clear—Meghan knows how to command attention. Whether you view her post as touching or tactless, it sparked headlines across the globe, once again showing how even a personal anniversary isn’t immune to royal drama.
As for Harry and Meghan, they’ve remained silent on the backlash—but with this kind of media reaction, it’s likely the couple knew exactly what they were walking into. And maybe, just maybe, that was the point.
