Meghan Markle is back in the headlines, and once again it’s not for the reasons she would like. This week, reports revealed that Meghan struck a $20 million deal with a luxury fashion brand accused of exploiting workers.
The news sparked immediate backlash online. Critics slammed her for promoting herself as an advocate for women while secretly profiting from a company under fire for poor labor practices. Twitter exploded with angry posts, with one user writing: “She talks empowerment but cashes checks from exploitation.”
The Duchess of Sussex has faced criticism before, but this feels different. The timing couldn’t be worse. With the public already skeptical of her and Prince Harry’s high-profile lifestyle in California, this scandal adds fuel to the fire.
Supporters argue Meghan may not have known about the accusations, but skeptics aren’t buying it. Many believe someone with her platform should have done more research before signing the deal.
Meanwhile, fashion insiders are split. Some say this controversy could seriously damage her reputation in the luxury market. Others think it will blow over as quickly as it started—after all, scandals don’t always stick in Hollywood.
What’s undeniable is the way Meghan continues to dominate media coverage. Love her or hate her, she’s headline gold. But this time, the shine is looking a little tarnished.
