Meghan Markle Secretly Plans to Cash In on Her Royal Titles

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00:00Meghan Markle launches Shop My Page using royal title.

00:04Meghan Markle has officially reached D-list desperate status.

00:09Launching a Shop My Page where she showcases her favorite items for fans to purchase via affiliate links.

00:14Meghan Markle recently unveiled her new Shop My Page, clearly labeled Meghan Duchess of Sussex,

00:20along with a message introducing her collection as

00:23A hand-picked and curated collection of the things I love. I hope you enjoy them.

00:28Please note, some products may contain commissionable links.

00:32The page features clothing, makeup, and a so-called wedding edit,

00:36giving the impression that Meghan is not only sharing her favorite items,

00:39but also capitalizing on her royal title.

00:43The debut of the page has drawn immediate attention in England,

00:47with critics noting that using the Duchess of Sussex designation

00:50signals a move to monetize a royal association despite her decision to step back from royal duties in 2020,

00:57and her public criticisms of the British royal family.

01:01Royal Insider condemns Meghan for monetizing monarchy while ignoring charity norms.

01:07One royal insider described the launch as tacky and classless,

01:11emphasizing that Meghan could have used Meghan Markle or Meghan Sussex for the site without invoking the royal designation.

01:18The insider compared Meghan's actions to King Charles,

01:22whose branded jams, jellies, and honey are sold with all proceeds going to charity.

01:27In contrast, there is no clear information regarding whether any profits from Meghan's Shop My Page

01:33or her as-ever line are being donated to charity.

01:37Her representative did not respond to inquiries asking where the proceeds are directed,

01:41leaving observers to speculate that the revenue is likely going to Meghan personally,

01:46rather than supporting philanthropic causes connected to the royal family.

01:51Royal friends claim Meghan pushes family boundaries and resents hierarchy.

01:55A royal friend added that Meghan is really pushing the family to the limit with her actions,

02:00suggesting she wants the monarchy to accommodate her desires.

02:04According to the source, Meghan reportedly never adjusted to the royal hierarchy,

02:08particularly during her time in England, when she was required to bow and curtsy to Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge.

02:14The friend claimed that Meghan didn't understand hierarchy or rank and openly disliked the formalities,

02:21feeling frustrated that she was not in charge, as she had anticipated.

02:25The tension created by Meghan's perceived attempts to assert authority over her senior royals

02:30continues to be a source of strain within the family dynamic.

02:34Observers predict William may restrict titles when he becomes king,

02:38While King Charles is unlikely to remove Meghan and Harry's HRH titles,

02:43Observers suggest that Prince William may take stricter measures when he ascends the throne.

02:48According to a royal source, William could implement firmer boundaries

02:52regarding the use of royal designations,

02:55particularly for endeavors that might be seen as personally profitable.

02:59This potential future intervention underscores how Meghan's current decisions,

03:03including branding herself with her former royal title for commercial purposes,

03:09may clash with the expectations and protocols of the monarchy,

03:13creating ongoing tension between her and her in-laws.

03:16Meghan's public image benefits from blending celebrity and royal status.

03:21Despite criticism from royal insiders,

03:23Meghan's approach to her Shop My page aligns with her broader strategy of maintaining visibility

03:28while leveraging her former royal status.

03:32By using the Duchess of Sussex label,

03:34she signals authority and prestige,

03:36which may attract a broader audience to her product selections.

03:40This method blends celebrity appeal with the allure of royalty,

03:44allowing Meghan to maintain relevance in public discourse and media coverage,

03:48even while living in the United States

03:50and remaining largely outside official royal duties.

03:53While this strategy has proven effective in attracting attention,

03:58it also reinforces existing frictions with her former colleagues in the royal family.

04:02Public and family reactions highlight enduring tensions within the Sussex household.

04:08The rollout of Meghan's shop,

04:10My page serves as yet another reminder of the delicate balance

04:13between personal branding and respect for royal tradition.

04:17Reactions among her former colleagues in the monarchy are described as tense,

04:21with insiders warning that continued use of royal titles for commercial purposes

04:26could provoke stricter rules once William becomes king.

04:31The situation also reflects long-standing grievances related to Meghan's adjustment to royal life

04:36and her ongoing desire to define her public persona independently of the monarchy.

04:42In the meantime,

04:43her fans and critics alike are closely watching how this latest move

04:46will influence both her personal brand

04:49and the broader relationship between the Sussexes and the British royal family.

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