In a shocking turn of events, Oprah Winfrey has publicly expressed deep regret over her longstanding support for Meghan Markle, revealing a side of the Duchess of Sussex that has remained hidden until now. Once one of Meghan’s staunchest advocates, Oprah’s recent candid remarks and subtle jabs have set the media and royal watchers buzzing with speculation.
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The fallout stems from the highly publicized 2021 Oprah interview that initially seemed to catapult Meghan and Prince Harry into global sympathy. However, in the years since, America’s sentiment has shifted dramatically. In a recent podcast episode, Oprah admitted feeling “betrayed” by Meghan, suggesting that much of the Duchess’s carefully crafted image was far from genuine.
Oprah, who once drew wide applause for her empathetic handling of Meghan’s revelations about royal family dynamics, now describes those moments as a “media circus” that spun out of their control. She acknowledged that the Sussexes’ subsequent Netflix deal, their continued push for the spotlight, and alleged manipulations of their narrative caused her to rethink her stance.
Sources note Oprah’s frustration grew as she watched Meghan’s escalating controversies, legal battles, and mounting claims from insiders about Meghan’s true personality behind closed doors—all contrasting sharply with the polished public facade. Snippets of recent interviews show Oprah making veiled references to Meghan’s “two faces” and “strategic image management.”
Publicly, Oprah’s tone has shifted from supportive ally to wary critic, highlighting how even the most powerful friends can turn against Meghan amid ongoing scandals. Her rare public airing of grievances against the Duchess signals a fractured relationship and serves as a cautionary tale about celebrity alliances.
The dramatic admission throws further fuel on the fire of Meghan’s complex public perception and adds a new twist to the royal saga that continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
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