The Duchess of Sussex is busy and thriving after stepping away from her royal duties with her husband Prince Harry, and she is standing her ground amidst relentless criticisms.
- Apr 3, 2025
AceShowbiz - Ever since Meghan Markle and Prince Harry stepped down from their royal duties in 2020, the Duchess of Sussex has been putting in the work, making her mark on the world in various business domains.
Unfortunately, her critics were relentless. "I need to work, and I love to work," Meghan, 43, defended herself in an interview with the New York Times, shedding light on the myriad of ventures she's poured her heart into.
The former "Suits" actress, who started working at the age of 13, insists that her current projects are just an extension of her lifelong work ethic. "This is a way I can connect my home life and my work," she explained, referencing the balancing act of being a mom to Archie (5) and Lilibet (3) while pursuing her passion projects.
Since relocating to Montecito, California, after brief stint in Canada, Meghan and Harry have launched multiple Netflix series, including the highly talked-about "Harry & Meghan" docuseries, followed by Harry's bestselling memoir, "Spare."
Markle's latest solo endeavor includes the premiere of her Netflix show "With Love, Meghan" in March and prepping for her upcoming podcast "Confessions of a Female Founder," which is set to launch on April 8.
Her persistent spirit shines through these diverse ventures. Her podcast, "Archetypes," might not have met expectations during its 2022 Spotify run, but Meghan shows resilience as she moves on to new challenges.
A standout highlight is the recent launch of her rebranded lifestyle brand, As Ever. Although it faced some initial trademark issues, Markle's tenacity ensured a triumphant unveil.
As Ever introduces products that Meghan personally endorses through her ShopMy page, selling items like $14 crepe mix and $15 flower sprinkles and more hits anticipated seasonally.
Meghan doesn't shy away from critics who label her as "unrelatable" and "out of touch." She was especially perplexed when she was informed about the controversy surrounding her use of expensive Le Creuset cookware. "This is a thing, in 2025?" she replied.
Her mom, Doria Ragland, chimed in on the trolls saying, "Everyone is coming in hot these days." She pointedly asks, "Don't they know my life hasn't always been like this?" reminding people about her journey from commoner to royalty and back to a working mom.
As Meghan Markle continues to redefine herself post-royalty, she keep moving forward despite the naysayers.
