Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, recently made headlines for her alleged generous donation to a German charity.
According to her PR team, she donated £4,000 to Trebe Café, also known as Diakonie Dusseldorf, a shelter that provides temporary housing for homeless young women and girls.
Along with the cash gift, she also gifted multiple boxes of cosmetics to the women at the shelter.
The news of Meghan’s donation came as a surprise to many, as she had previously faced criticism for not donating anything to Trebe Café back in September.
Her PR team seemed to be using this opportunity to counter the negative claims.
However, the truth behind her donation is now being called into question.
Marianne Peixito, who runs Trebe Café, revealed to a German news outlet that the amount Meghan donated was not £4,000 as claimed.
While she didn’t specify the exact figure, she stated that the cash donation was just under £1,000.
Furthermore, it was discovered that the cosmetics Meghan brought for the women at the shelter were mouldy and unusable.
Despite the disappointment caused by the unusable cosmetics, the women at the shelter expressed gratitude for the gesture.
For many of them, mascara or lipstick is considered a luxury they can hardly afford.
The act of beautifying oneself holds significance, especially for those who have experienced hardships.
Unfortunately, the mouldy products rendered the gifts useless within a week.
This revelation adds to the recent reports about Meghan Markle’s dwindling circle of celebrity friends.
It appears that many of her former close friends, such as Serena Williams and Priyanka Chopra, have distanced themselves from the ex-royal.
Speculation arises as to what may have led to these relationships falling apart.
Meghan has a history of strained relationships, whether it be with her family or her closest friends.
Her wedding to Prince Harry in 2018 was attended by her mother, Doria Ragland, while many of her celebrity friends were absent.
It seems that Meghan struggles to maintain long-lasting connections.
The negative headlines surrounding Meghan and her ongoing feud with the royal family are believed to have contributed to the distancing of her friends.
The Sussexes’ willingness to throw their own family members under the bus has led many to believe that they could do the same to their friends.
While Meghan may still have some friends, it appears that those connections are not enduring.
The constant scrutiny and controversy surrounding her life make it difficult for relationships to withstand the pressure.
As Meghan Markle continues to navigate her new life outside the royal family, it remains to be seen who will stand by her side.