Meghan Markle best depicts the infamous metaphor about “dining with a long spoon” while balancing her relationship with Hollywood higher-ups and commitment to giving a voice to the poor. While her and Prince Harry’s project, Archwell Foundation, prioritizes philanthropic endeavors, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex also make an effort to generate familial wealth independent of the royal family. Weeks back, the Duchess launched her lifestyle brand, American Riveria Orchard, reportedly tied to her upcoming Netflix show about the culinary world. The establishment led to comparisons between Meghan Markle and lifestyle queen Martha Stewart. Yet, it has also earned the actress-turned-royal numerous backlash.
Royal commentator Tom Quinn recently opened up about what he perceives as Meghan’s bid to be both elite and philanthropist all at once. According to him, the mother of two sees no problem maintaining her super-rich lifestyle, while claiming to prioritize “the poor and marginalized.” The royal expert had the right words for her perceived two-faced approach, noting,
“One former friend of the couple insists Meghan wants to be both Marie Antoinette and Mother Teresa of Calcutta.”
Further blasting Meghan Markle, Tom accused her of being “obsessively driven by money.” Her ambition often leaves the Duchess less-than-satisfied with the vast wealth she and her royal husband already accrued. The royal commentator divulged,
“Despite the couple’s enormous wealth, Meghan never thinks it’s enough because she is living next door to celebrities who are far richer.”
Notably, Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle reside in the lavish neighborhood of Montecito, packed with celebrated Hollywood names. The 9-bedroom abode cost a whopping $ 14.6 million at the time of purchase. Additionally, they spend a vast proportion of their combined $60 million net worth on security.
Meghan Markle in Line to Become the Next Martha Stewart
To keep up with this lavish lifestyle, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have taken up various onscreen projects since Megxit, currently boasting of a multi-million dollar Netflix deal. Their collaboration with the streaming giant is set to launch Meghan Markle into her lifestyle era, on par with the likes of Gwyneth Paltrow and renowned chef Martha Stewart.
Martha, known for establishing her multibillion-dollar lifestyle empire from scratch, reportedly finds the constant comparison with Meghan unpleasant and insulting. With over five decades in the lifestyle game, it is understandable to consider such comparisons with a newbie as downplaying her worth. Other than the disparity in their experiences though, the two certainly have a lot in common, with their zeal for creating a world-class lifestyle brand taking precedence.
