In a moment that left viewers stunned and social media ablaze, Oprah Winfrey — once considered one of Meghan Markle’s closest confidantes — made a jaw-dropping remark about the Duchess of Sussex’s royal title during a live television interview.
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It all happened on The Oprah Conversation, where the media mogul was speaking about the pressures of fame and power. While discussing how public perception can shift over time, Oprah quipped, “Some people cling to their titles like a lifeline — Duchess of Somewhere, you know who you are.” The remark drew laughter from the audience, but many instantly believed it was a pointed jab at Meghan.
Sources close to the situation say Meghan, who was reportedly watching the broadcast from her Montecito home, was “livid beyond words.” An insider spilled, “She thought Oprah was a friend. They’ve shared deeply personal conversations, and Meghan has trusted her more than most people in her life. For Oprah to make fun of her title, in public, on live TV? Meghan sees it as a personal betrayal.”
Tensions between the two had allegedly been brewing for months, with whispers that Meghan was upset Oprah hadn’t defended her more vocally against ongoing criticism from the British press. This public jab, however, seems to have pushed her over the edge.
According to the same source, Meghan immediately called her team of advisors to discuss damage control and is even considering making a subtle dig of her own in a future public appearance. “Meghan is incredibly protective of her image and the Sussex brand,” the insider revealed. “She sees her title not just as a link to the royal family, but as part of her identity. Oprah mocking it is like mocking her entire journey.”
Royal watchers were quick to weigh in, with some defending Oprah’s comment as lighthearted banter, while others believe it signals a complete breakdown of their once-solid friendship. “It’s the Hollywood way,” said entertainment analyst Carl Radford. “Friendships here can shift with the wind, especially when business and image are involved.”
As of now, neither Meghan nor Oprah has publicly commented on the incident, but speculation continues to swirl. One thing’s for sure — the days of cozy, supportive interviews between these two powerhouse women may be over.
With the public glued to every headline, the drama between Meghan and Oprah could very well become the next big celebrity feud of the year.