Meghan Markle has received an unexpected apology amid renewed criticism of the Royal Family, as the latest controversy involving Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor puts the monarchy under far greater pressure than ever before.
Since Megxit, Meghan has faced years of backlash for speaking openly about her experiences with the royal institution, particularly through interviews and documentaries. But some now argue that her past criticism looks minor compared to the damage caused by Andrew’s long-running scandal.
The issue was discussed during a recent episode of The Jeremy Vine Show, where panellists debated whether Andrew’s links to Jeffrey Epstein could seriously harm the future of the monarchy.
During the programme, a viewer from Birmingham named Zoe called in and issued a direct apology to Meghan, saying she was speaking “on behalf of the British public.” She argued that Meghan was unfairly blamed for damaging the monarchy, while Andrew’s actions represent a far more serious issue.
Zoe said that compared to what is unfolding now, Meghan was never a threat to the institution. In her view, the current situation raises serious questions about leadership at the top, even suggesting that King Charles may eventually have to step aside.
Explaining why she felt compelled to defend Meghan, Zoe pointed out how trivial many past criticisms were. She referenced the intense scrutiny Meghan faced over everyday choices and claims that she was blamed for weakening the monarchy, despite not being present for many of the decisions she was accused of influencing.
Zoe argued that Andrew’s conduct is on a completely different scale, saying it far outweighs anything Meghan was ever criticised for. She added that the backlash against Meghan and Harry now looks insignificant in comparison.
The show’s host agreed with the sentiment, remarking that the controversy surrounding Meghan and Harry feels minor next to the seriousness of the Andrew scandal.
The moment has reignited debate over whether Meghan was unfairly targeted, and whether the monarchy focused its criticism on the wrong person for far too long.
