News Corp columnist Angela Mollard said Meghan Markle is deeply unpopular in the United Kingdom following the controversy surrounding her departure from royal duties [1, 2].
The assessment highlights the enduring tension between the Duchess of Sussex and the British public. This friction continues to shape the public image of the couple as they navigate their roles outside the monarchy.
Mollard discussed the situation during a Sky News Australia interview, where she linked the current sentiment to the events of "Megxit." She said that in a very short time, Megxit happened, and basically she elbowed Britain [1].
According to Mollard, the negative perception stems from the way the Duchess spoke about the country she married into. She said the Duchess was so derogatory about the country she had married into [1].
The columnist suggested that the perceived betrayal of the UK remains a primary driver of this unpopularity. She noted that the public's reaction to the Duchess's comments was significant—a sentiment that persists in current discourse [1, 2].
Mollard also indicated that future interactions or appearances may be met with similar scrutiny. She said it will be really interesting to see how the public there responds [1].
“"In a very short time, Megxit happened, and basically she elbowed Britain."”
This commentary reflects the ongoing polarization regarding the Sussexes' relationship with the British monarchy and the state. By framing the departure as a betrayal, critics emphasize a narrative of national loyalty, suggesting that public sentiment in the UK is heavily influenced by the perceived manner of the couple's exit rather than just the exit itself.
