Meghan Markle's new Netflix show, 'With Love, Meghan,' has stirred conversations about her decision to adopt the Sussex surname, marking a meaningful shift in her life after stepping away from royal duties.
- March 5, 2025
AceShowbiz - In her Netflix series, "With Love, Meghan", which premiered on March 4, Meghan Markle used her platform to clarify an important aspect of her identity: her last name. The former "Suits" actress, now formally known as Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, emphasized the significance of sharing the "Sussex" surname with her children and husband, Prince Harry.
The second episode of the series features an engaging conversation with actress Mindy Kaling, who repeatedly referred to Meghan by her maiden name. Correcting Kaling, Meghan shared, "It's so funny, too, that you keep saying Meghan Markle. You know I'm Sussex now," highlighting the transition from her professional surname to a more unified family name.
Meghan further elaborated, "You have kids and you go, 'No, I share my name with my children.' It just means so much to go, 'This is our family name, our little family name.' "
This sentiment was echoed in a recent interview with People magazine, where Meghan expressed, "It's our shared name as a family, and I guess I hadn't recognized how meaningful that would be to me until we had children."
The title "Sussex" was originally bestowed upon them by the late Queen Elizabeth II when they married in May 2018. Their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, initially bore the last name Mountbatten-Windsor, but the couple has since chosen to adopt "Sussex" as their family surname following their departure from senior royal duties and relocation to California.
Reflecting on this decision, Meghan remarked, "I love that that is something that Archie, Lili, H, and I all have together. It means a lot to me."
"With Love, Meghan" provides a glimpse into Meghan's life and values, showcasing her journey as a present parent and female founder. The series aims to revitalize the couple's $100 million streaming deal with Netflix, following mixed success with previous projects.
Despite stepping away from royal duties, Meghan continues to embrace her role as a "working mom," creating content that reflects her experiences and aspirations for her children. Her commitment to the "Sussex" surname symbolizes a fresh chapter, anchoring her family's identity and love story as they navigate life beyond the royal fold.
