Importance Score: 45 / 100 🔵
The former GB News presenter, Dan Wootton, critiqued Meghan Markle on Tuesday as the Duchess of Sussex became emotional during her appearance on friend Jamie Kern Lima’s podcast.
The Duchess was observed shedding tears when presented with a confidential letter from Prince Harry during the program. Kern Lima remarked to the Duchess, “This has never been publicly displayed before,” before disclosing that the correspondence was from Prince Harry, Prince Archie, and Princess Lilibet.
Conversely, Wootton questioned Meghan’s apparent genuine emotional outpouring after discussing the scene with Royal News Network CEO Brittany on his ‘Outspoken’ YouTube broadcast.
Criticism from Dan Wootton
Wootton commented, “We were both doubtful because it seemed like Meghan intentionally, for the first time, did not wear makeup. We are aware of her tear strategy. She understands how to evoke tears. That is her one standout acting skill.”
Wootton and his guest then viewed the clip from the podcast trailer where Meghan’s emotional responses were apparent. Both struggled to maintain composure, breaking into laughter.
Wootton further stated, “That was more excruciating than I ever envisaged. Previously, it was the Oprah Winfrey show, and now it is the Jamie Kern Lima show. This is the retaliation of all retaliations, yet regrettably, it is more fabrications.”
Meghan’s Public Statement
In the podcast, Meghan expressed her frustration at constantly needing to validate her personal relationships, stating, “I’m worn out from having to substantiate my character as a wife and friend.”
She revealed, “I am over this ‘prove it’ challenge. And if you cannot see it, I can’t. I don’t need to justify myself to you. That is your shortcoming.”
Meghan continued, “Because I am fully aware of the caliber of friend I am, the nature of the mother I am, and the type of person I am.”
Unfortunately, Meghan’s exiting senior royal roles alongside Prince Harry; and relocation to the United States, led to a tumultuous relationship with individuals including the Beckhams and the Mulroneys.
The Duchess concluded her decades-long alliance with Jessica Mulroney in 2020 after the stylist became entangled in a social media spat with blogger Sasha Exeter.