Duchess of Sussex responds with sharp humor after wine launch backlash
Meghan Markle has hit back at a royal commentator who launched a scathing attack on her recent birthday celebrations and business venture.
The Duchess of Sussex marked her birthday last week by unveiling the second wine release from her brand, As Ever — a 2024 Napa Valley rosé. However, US-based royal and foreign policy commentator Lee Cohen criticized both the launch and Meghan's past remarks about the royal family in her 2021 Oprah interview.
Speaking to the Express, Cohen accused Meghan of “conjuring royal racism from thin air” and mocked her As Ever project as “predictable, transparent, and tone deaf.” He also dismissed her birthday post as “narcissistic rubbish” and claimed only “a handful of supporters tossed her birthday scraps.”
In response, Meghan's spokesperson issued a statement laced with humor. "Gosh! Mr. Cohen's distress does seem quite profound," she said. “I genuinely hope he’s able to find the support and peace he so clearly needs.”
She added, "Perhaps a quiet evening in front of Netflix with a calming glass of As Ever rosé..? He'll soon be able to enjoy it while watching the upcoming season of With Love, Meghan. Either way, I wish him all the best."
