Former reality star Bethany Frankel has ignited a firestorm of criticism against Meghan Markle, accusing her of being sanctimonious and self-important.
In a recent tirade, Frankel advised the Duchess of Sussex to let go if she wishes to avoid further embarrassment.
The New York community, still reeling from Mariah Carey’s controversial comments, is now expressing its discontent with Frankel’s remarks.
Frankel, known for her appearance on Bravo’s reality show, did not hold back in her assessment of Meghan Markle.
She described the mother of two as a polarizing figure and questioned why public opinion has turned against her in recent months.
“I don’t think people like Meghan Markle because I think she talks down to other people,” Frankel asserted, adding that there is an underlying sense of superiority in Meghan’s demeanor.
According to Frankel, Meghan believes she possesses superior knowledge and life experience compared to others.
Drawing a comparison to her fellow Housewives castmates, Frankel accused Meghan of being self-important and unable to stop talking about matters that are irrelevant to the general audience.
“If she were on the show, the producers would say, ‘Stop talking about security in the state of Frogmore Cottage, it’s not relatable.’
Most people don’t have a security detail, so while that may be a real concern for you, it’s not something that’s going to resonate with this audience,” Frankel remarked.
Furthermore, Frankel criticized Meghan for attempting to emulate Princess Diana’s public image.
She argued that Meghan’s poised and orchestrated elegance, alongside her deliberate and slow speech, mimics the late Princess of Wales.
Frankel questioned who Meghan is trying to relate to by being aghast at the word “diva.”
The tone of US coverage surrounding Meghan Markle has noticeably shifted in recent times.
The American press has labeled her as spoiled, while royal commentators advise her to consider the public sentiment before complaining about her life experiences.
Ross King, MBE, a UK news correspondent based in Los Angeles, attributed this change to the timing of Meghan’s actions.
He pointed out that her interview with New York magazine The Cut, coinciding with the anniversary of Princess Diana’s death, and her controversial remarks about Nelson Mandela have generated a negative reaction from the media.
Speaking on the show Lorraine, King expressed his observations regarding the shift in tone.
He noted that the 25th anniversary of Princess Diana’s passing brought forth numerous tributes highlighting the joy she brought to the world.
However, Meghan’s podcast release during this time raised questions about her intentions.
While the podcast became a number one hit, many people began questioning Meghan’s motives.
King emphasized that this shift in perception is a departure from the previously positive press coverage Meghan received as an unofficial princess in the US.
King also suggested that Meghan should have been more mindful of the public sentiment before complaining about her life while residing in an £11 million mansion during a cost of living crisis.
He believes that the recent negative reactions in the media indicate a significant change in attitude toward Meghan within the US.
Bethany Frankel’s scathing attack on Meghan Markle has sparked a heated debate among New Yorkers.
As the public continues to dissect Meghan’s actions and statements, it remains to be seen how this evolving narrative will impact the Duchess’s public image.