Meghan Markle Faces Harsh Backlash as Expert Slams Her Acting and Netflix Show With Brutal Take
Meghan Markle has once again found herself at the center of royal controversy, this time for her performance on her latest Netflix project. The Duchess of Sussex, who has been pushing her new lifestyle and lottery inspired series With Love, Meghan, has been hit with a scathing critique from a leading royal expert.
Ingrid Seward, one of the most seasoned voices on royal matters, delivered a blunt assessment of Meghan’s on screen presence. She suggested that the Duchess comes across as stiff and overly controlling rather than authentic or relatable.
“She dresses beautifully, and I think she’s very pretty, but I find her manner on this show is very controlling,” Seward explained. She noted that Meghan’s performance did not feel natural or even genuinely happy.
The harsh words struck a nerve with many who recall Meghan’s early career as an actress on the hit television series Suits. While the show gave her international recognition, critics like Seward argue that Meghan’s acting has never been considered dynamic or memorable.
Meghan’s critics have gone as far as to label her “uninteresting” as an actress, a sharp contrast to the glamourous reputation she has built since entering the royal fold. According to Seward, Meghan’s newest project only highlights the weaknesses that once plagued her acting career.
Seward also questioned the authenticity of the Netflix production itself. She remarked that while it looked polished and well produced, it lacked real substance or educational value.
“You didn’t learn anything, because she didn’t actually show you how to do things,” Seward pointed out, suggesting that the format of the show felt empty despite its glossy presentation.
Another element of criticism came from the choice of guests featured on the series. Seward noted that most were personal friends of Meghan, including well known American personalities, but not figures who would broaden the global appeal of the program.
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The expert added that this careful curation made the entire production feel overly controlled and inauthentic. Viewers were left with the impression that the Duchess was using the platform to showcase her inner circle rather than offering a genuine or diverse experience.
For Meghan, the criticism poses another challenge in her ongoing effort to rebrand herself in Hollywood and beyond. She and Prince Harry signed a lucrative deal with Netflix after stepping away from royal duties, a deal that was expected to produce groundbreaking and influential content.
However, reactions to their projects so far have been mixed. While documentaries about their life and struggles have drawn huge attention, efforts like Meghan’s lifestyle show have faced skepticism about their originality and appeal.
This latest backlash comes at a particularly sensitive time for the Sussexes. With financial pressure to make their media empire succeed, every project they release is heavily scrutinized by critics and fans alike.
Meghan’s supporters, however, argue that the Duchess is being unfairly targeted. They believe she is attempting to use her platform to bring positivity and community building to audiences, even if her style feels unconventional to some.
Still, Seward’s remarks underline the uphill battle Meghan faces. Breaking away from her royal identity to establish herself as a powerful media personality requires more than high profile friends and expensive production. It demands an authenticity that critics say remains missing.
Whether Meghan can overcome this perception may determine the future of her media career. For now, the Duchess remains under the spotlight, as her every move continues to fuel global debate about her talent, her intentions, and her ability to truly captivate an audience.
