Meghan Markle, known as the Duchess of Sussex, has once again stirred controversy for her actions at the Invictus Games event.
The former actress, alongside her husband Prince Harry, attended the 2025 Invictus Games countdown celebrations in Canada, where she was seen wearing an outfit estimated to cost a staggering $90,000.
Reports suggest that the funds for this lavish ensemble may have been sourced from the budget allocated for the Games.
Established in 2014, the Invictus Games serve as a platform for wounded, injured, and sick service personnel and veterans worldwide to participate in sporting events.
The upcoming 2025 edition of the Games is set to take place in Vancouver and Whistler, featuring winter sports for the first time.
During a visit to the winter training camp, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex interacted with athletes and their guides.
Despite the opportunity to express support and appreciation for the courageous individuals who have served their nations, Meghan Markle’s focus appeared to be on showcasing her attire rather than honoring the spirit of the event.
Her outfit reportedly included a $60,000 fur coat from Fendi, a $15,000 Dior dress, a $10,000 Cartier necklace, and $5,000 boots by Jimmy Choo, amounting to a total of $90,000 – surpassing the annual budgets of some participating teams.
The extravagant and seemingly insensitive choice of attire by Meghan Markle sparked shock and dismay among veterans and supporters of the Invictus Games, who perceived it as a disrespectful misappropriation of funds intended for the well-being of veterans and their families.
Outraged individuals took to social media and public spaces to voice their discontent and demand accountability.
One veteran expressed disdain on Twitter, condemning Meghan Markle’s actions as a betrayal of the Invictus Games’ values and the trust placed in her.
Another veteran shared a personal account of struggling to access necessary medical care and equipment, contrasting it with the exorbitant spending on the Duchess’s outfit.
A third veteran highlighted the stark contrast between the luxurious expenditure on clothing and the modest living conditions of many veterans.
In the face of mounting criticism, Meghan Markle has chosen to remain silent, continuing her affluent lifestyle in Beverly Hills alongside Prince Harry and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
Following their decision to step back from royal duties, the couple has pursued lucrative partnerships with streaming platforms and engaged in various philanthropic and commercial endeavors.
In response to the controversy, numerous veterans and Invictus Games supporters have voiced intentions to boycott the 2025 event, calling for Prince Harry to distance himself from his wife’s actions and reimburse the expenses incurred on her outfit.
They advocate redirecting support towards organizations like the Wounded Warrior Project and the Royal British Legion, dedicated to aiding veterans in need.