Royal Family: Meghan Markle fires ‘warning shot’ at Firm

has fired a “warning shot” at the Royal Family by discussing her title and maiden name on her new show ‘With Love, Meghan’, as a royal commentator claims. Speaking on the Daily Mail’s podcast , Richard Eden said: “They [the palace] interpret this as a warning shot. That it’s Meghan saying ‘Don’t you think of stripping us of our titles’.”

In her show, which has received mostly negative reviews, the duchess doubles down on her name when she calls her by her maiden one – . Meghan tells her: “It’s so funny you keep saying . You know, I’m Sussex now. You have kids and you go ‘No, I share my name with my children.’ I didn’t know how meaningful it would be to me, but it just means so much to go, ‘This is our family name. Our little family name.'” Royal editor at the Daily Mail, Rebecca English, added: “Even if that was Meghan’s off-the-cuff reaction, you might look at it and go, it doesn’t come across very well, ‘cut that out’…. clearly she wanted a point of it being kept in.”

The couple, who married in 2018, were bestowed the titles by the late Queen Elizabeth II at the time of their wedding. Harry, 40, and Meghan, 43, now reside in California with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. The pair stepped down as senior working royals at the start of 2020.

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Meghan discusses her name on ‘With Love, Meghan’. (Image: Getty)

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’s former pal has lifted the lid on the Duchess’ life before meeting and it seems life could have turned out very differently for the now mum of two.

PR Guru Nick Ede has suggested that Brits could have seen Meghan take to the stage in the UK and

Nick revealed that Meghan asked him to help her find an agent in the UK.

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Life could have turned out very different for Meghan (Image: Getty)

Meghan ‘broke royal protocol’ on first engagement with the Queen

was seemingly left flustered on her only alongside the late Queen Elizabeth II when she did not appear to follow a

In June 2018, the Duchess of Sussex stepped out for her first royal engagement with the late Queen, where

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All members of the Royal family, regardless of their rank, are to walk behind the monarch (Image: PA)

Meghan Markle shows her excitement about season two of Netflix show in new Instagram video

updated fans with a candid video expressing her excitement.

Posting a video she conducted a little dance as she turned her back to the camera to reveal the words on her cap. Alongside the video, Meghan captioned the post: “Lettuce romaine calm…or not(!) because I’m of ‘With Love, Meghan’ is coming!”

Meghan shared her excitement about a season two renewal

Meghan shared her excitement about a season two renewal (Image: Getty)

Meghan Markle refusing to ‘cut ties’ with royals after star reprimanded on-air

from the Royal Family following her solo debut, according to PR expert Edward Coram-James, CEO of .

Speaking exclusively to , he shared: “Let’s look at the facts: In her conversation with Mindy Kaling in ‘With Love, Meghan, she corrected Mindy when she referred to her as ” — Meghan insisted on ‘Sussex.’

“This was no casual remark; it was a clear reminder that she still identifies with her royal title, even though she and Harry stepped back from official duties.

“If she were truly moving on, she would embrace her identity as and leave the royal branding behind.”

Meghan Markle may not have officially parted ways from the Royal Family

Meghan Markle may not have officially parted ways from the Royal Family (Image: Getty)

Meghan Markle shares new Lilibet photo and packs on PDA with Harry in heartfelt post

has shared a rare glimpse into her home life by uploading to mark International Women’s Day.

The sweet snap shows Harry lovingly kissing his daughter on the head as she sits on his lap.

Other pictures shared on her page include a smiling photo of the duchess with Harry on a beach. Donning a black maxi dress and an oversize hat the couple are pictured laughing whilst warmly embracing.

The sweet snap shows Harry lovingly kissing his daughter on the head

The sweet snap shows Harry lovingly kissing his daughter on the head (Image: @meghan)

Meghan Markle spotted in sold-out designer shirt – recreate her chic look from £34

Whatever you think about the Duchess of Sussex’s new series, her outfits on the show are easy to praise. Our new favourite from With Love, Meghan?

In the third episode of the show, Meghan sported a white shirt with a subtle black-striped pattern. Royal fashion account identified the top as the Hava shirt with a San Leone stripe from Los Angeles-based brand, Doen.

The shirt, which originally retailed at $248 (roughly £195).

If you want to recreate the duchess’s casual look, we’ve found some home-grown high street alternatives to try from the likes of M&S, Next and Reiss.

Meghan was spotted in a chic Doen striped shirt

Meghan was spotted in a chic Doen striped shirt (Image: NETFLIX)

Meghan Markle’s pal dishes on ‘negative reaction’ following Netflix show

In a new interview, star has addressed the online reaction to correcting her friend on the use of the title ‘Sussex’ in her .

Mindy appeared on the American talk show The View, co-host Alyssa Farrah Griffin asked what her experience was like

Mindy replied stating, before alluding to social media chatter about an exchange she had with Meghan over the duchess’ last name. “I noticed that whenever I do something, anything related to Meghan, it becomes like…,” she began before searching for the right words. “Big news,” co-host Whoopi Goldberg said. “Big news,” Mindy repeated

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Mindy Kaling said she ‘had a great time (Image: The Hapa Blonde/GC Images and Leon Bennett/FilmMagic)

POLL: Should Meghan and Harry lose their royal titles?

On Tuesday, “With Love, Meghan” aired for the first time, with one comment made by the Duchess of Susses, 43, taking royal fans by surprise. When , Meghan points out that she no longer goes by the surname Markle but instead uses the name Sussex – a nod to the royal title she was given after marrying in 2018.

However, this annoyed several royal fans who believe

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have criticised the Royal Family in the past (Image: Getty)

The five bombshells from Meghan Markle’s latest TV appearance with Drew Barrymore

has had quite the week on TV screens, starting with the release of her new series ‘With Love, Meghan” on Tuesday, followed by her appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show.

Meghan has also given away some more insights into her life post-royal. After being introduced as Meghan Sussex – a nod to her royal title – the duchess was all smiles throughout the episode, which many were surprised about. Here at , we have given you a rundown of the

Meghan gave some insights into the family's life in Montecito

Meghan gave some insights into the family’s life in Montecito (Image: Getty)

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Princess Kate’s unusual hobby she surprisingly shares with Meghan Markle

has a number of sport-based hobbies such as swimming and walking, . Although more unusual, the Princess of Wales, 43, enjoys beekeeping and has her very own beehive at her Amner Hall home in Norfolk, which she visits during half-terms and the summer holiday. While Kate has only shared very little information about her beehive, she first revealed her hobby in June 2021 during a visit to The Natural History Museum.

When meeting some young children to learn about the Urban Nature Project, Kate brought some honey and asked the children at the event: “Would you like to try some? This came specially from my beehive.”

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Princess Kate enjoys beekeeping (Image: Jaimi Joy – WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Mike Tindall’s blunt response to personal request from wife Zara and Princess Anne

. Proud Yorkshireman Mike, 46, was a professional rugby player before marrying into the Royal Family.

He amassed an impressive 75 caps for England, winning the World Cup and playing in 11 Six Nations Championshps. But revealed his mother-in-law, who is a patron of Scottish rugby, once suggested he would look good in a pair of tartan trousers. Zara, 43, also has connections to Scotland, having been educated at Gordonstoun School in Moray.

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Mike Tindall says he refused a personal request from wife Zara and mother-in-law Princess Anne (Image: Max Mumby/Indigo, Getty Images)

Expert spots Meghan Markle ‘contradiction’ after Sussex name bombshell

and how she felt that “things had been taken away from her” and she had “almost lost her name” – sparking contradictions with Meghan’s .

The Daily Mail’s diary editor, Richard Eden, spoke on the show . He said: “She [] said things were taken away from her, and she had almost lost her name, and that seemed to be a reference to the Markle name which she was sad about losing. Now she’s saying ‘Don’t call me Markle’ and telling off friends for using the name. It’s quite odd behaviour.”

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Meghan Markle spoke about her last name on ‘With Love, Meghan’ (Image: KOLA SULAIMON/AFP via Getty Images))

Meghan Markle shows her excitement about season two of Netflix show in new Instagram video

updated fans with a candid video expressing her excitement about a new season of ‘With Love, Meghan’ on which will air in autumn. The 43-year-old Duchess of Sussex recently celebrated the first season entering the streamer’s top 10, but a new video uploaded on has showed Meghan expressing excitement to her fans.

and ‘As Ever, Meghan’ on the back. She conducted a little dance as she turned her back to the camera to reveal the words on her cap. Alongside the video, Meghan captioned the post: “Lettuce romaine calm…or not(!) because I’m thrilled to share that Season 2 of ‘With Love, Meghan’ is coming!”

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Meghan shared her excitement about a season two renewal (Image: NETFLIX)

Meghan Markle reveals one thing she does with Prince Harry everyday

has dominated headlines this week after the release of her new show “With Love, Meghan”, followed by her TV interview with Drew Barrymore. In the interview, Meghan spoke fondly about her husband , who she married in 2018, and shared some previously unknown insights into their relationship.

Meghan also revealed that they also make an effort in everyday life. Since quitting royal duty in 2020, the couple has with their two children, Prince Archie, five, and Princess Lilibet, three. However, despite juggling work and parenting, there is one thing they do every day to help them stay connected and in touch with one another.

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have lived in Montecito since 2020. (Image: Samir Hussein/WireImage)

I spent 24 hours living like Meghan Markle – this is why it was a complete waste of time

has divided critics from across the globe following her new sickly sweet lifestyle show on .

With Love, Meghan, was finally unveiled on Tuesday, starring the Duchess of Sussex in a rented California mansion hosting front and centre for celebrity pals. From her favourite recipes, crafts and home remedies, the show quite frankly consists of some of the most bizarre lifestyle tips on the planet.

If I am being brutally honest, it was very hard to digest, and I had to force myself to not fall asleep between the so-clearly choreographed segments.

But is there something I’m missing? It has afterall been renewed for a second season. Intriuged, I grabbed a pen and paper and decided to chase the California dream and try out some things for myself.

Read the here on express.co.uk

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Do Meghan’s tips and tricks work in the real world? We find out… (Image: Netflix / Express Jonathan Buckmaster)

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during their last joint appearance last month in South Wales.

The Prince and Princess of Wales , to carry out engagements ahead of St David’s Day.

Kate and William visited market traders in the area and Meadow Street Community Garden and Woodland to learn about how the community is coping following the recent devastating flooding.

The town, which was badly hit by Storm Dennis in 2020, was also in the path of Storm Darragh, which brought extremely high winds to the region in December, a few weeks after Bert.

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Princess Kate appeared to be in ‘high spirits’, according to a body language expert (Image: Getty)

Inside Meghan Markle’s first ever meeting with Princess Kate

and quit royal life five years ago, however, . In 2022, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex sent shockwaves across the world when they released their docuseries Harry and Meghan. In the series, Harry, 40, and Meghan, 43, did not hold back from criticising various aspects of royal life, claiming they were not always treated very well.

The couple also publicly shared details of some intimate moments with relatives, including when Meghan met some of Harry’s closest family members for the first time. On the show, Meghan recalled how her first meeting with Harry’s sister-in-law Princess Kate, 43, really went.

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Meghan Markle has publicly spoken about the moment she first met Princess Kate (Image: PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images))

The two things Princess Kate and Prince William aren’t interested in

and Princess Kate may be two of the most famous people in the world, however according to one former aide, In an interview released just days ago with Jason Knauf revealed that the Prince and Princess of Wales, 42 and 43, would not be public figures if they had the choice.

Knauf, who worked as the couple’s communications secretary before eventually becoming the chief executive of the Prince and Princess of Wales’ Royal Foundation, a position he held until late 2021, also revealed that there are two things they are unfazed by. Speaking on the documentary, he said William and Kate were not interested in “fame and celebrity”. He said: “Neither of the prince or the princess would choose to be public figures. They’re not that interested in the fame and celebrity that comes with it.”

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Prince William and Princess Kate are reportedly not interested in two things (Image: Jaimi Joy – WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Meghan Markle shares rare peek into life at home as Archie and Lilibet star in new video

The Duchess of Sussex, 43, took to her official account to upload a new video showing the whole Sussex family – including her five-year-old son, Prince Archie and her husband, – making a fresh batch of thumbprint cookies.

The family-of-four are joined by Kelly McKee Zajfen and, Meghan’s wedding dress designer, Clare Waight Keller. While their children may have inherited their dad’s red locks, Lilibet can be seen sporting Meghan’s signature low bun in her latest appearance.

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Meghan shared a glimpse into life at home (Image: Getty)

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