Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has recently been caught in the spotlight once again, this time for her unexpected appearance at a local farmer’s market.
While Prince William and Princess Catherine took their children on a surprise outing to the airshow, Meghan decided to make a solo visit to the Montecito farmer’s market near her $14.7 million mansion.
However, she was not alone as she was accompanied by a security detail and one of her beloved pet beagles, despite the market’s strict no-dog policy.
The Santa Barbara certified farmer’s market in Montecito is only open on Tuesday afternoons, and it was on one such afternoon that Meghan took a series of photos.
Interestingly, she chose to hold onto these pictures until just before Princess Catherine’s appearance at Wimbledon.
However, her plan to steal the limelight failed, and her predictable antics were met with laughter instead of admiration.
Many wonder why Meghan felt the need to buy flowers at the market when she has access to a massive garden in her own backyard.
Meanwhile, Prince William and Princess Catherine, along with their children Princess Charlotte and Prince George, were enjoying their day at Wimbledon.
The prestigious event also attracted a number of A-list celebrities, including Brad Pitt, Guy Ritchie, Daniel Craig, Emma Watson, Hugh Jackman, Ariana Grande, RDJ, and James Norton.
One can only imagine how much Meghan would have loved to be there, but instead, she found herself papwalking alone in Montecito.
During her visit to the farmer’s market, Meghan opted for a casual look, wearing a white unbuttoned collared shirt over a camel-colored maxi dress.
She completed her outfit with black flip-flops and sunglasses, allowing her to blend in with the crowd.
Locals hardly noticed her as she leisurely strolled from one tent to another, browsing through various collections of goods.
She even picked up a bunch of fresh flowers, which she conveniently stored in a large woven straw tote bag.
Accompanied by her vigilant bodyguard, Meghan also took a moment to sample some honey from a vendor, showcasing her down-to-earth nature.
However, her outing comes at a time when her Netflix docuseries, “Harry and Meghan,” was snubbed by Emmy voters during the nominations announcement.
Interestingly, it has been revealed that the paparazzi photo of Meghan at the farmer’s market was taken by Jill Ishkanian, a former news editor for US Weekly.
Jill, who now works independently, has a history of selling exclusive photos, earning a substantial sum of $27,000 for one set of pictures.
In fact, she once called the police on actress Heather Locklear for reckless driving and then proceeded to capture photos of the incident.
It is no surprise that speculations have arisen regarding the possible collaboration between Jill and Meghan for this particular papwalk.
Some even suggest that they may have shared the profits generated from selling the pictures.
While it is unclear why media outlets continue to purchase and publish these images, especially considering the potential legal consequences, it raises important questions about Meghan’s involvement and financial gain from such activities.
As discussions unfold on social media platforms, one netizen expressed their doubts about Meghan’s intentions, stating, “I wouldn’t doubt it for a second that madam is also earning money off these pap pics.
It’s all about her, and it’s bizarre to think that media organizations are essentially funding potential lawsuits against themselves.”
This sentiment highlights the need to question Meghan’s motives and consider boycotting media outlets that support and promote these paparazzi images.
In conclusion, Meghan Markle’s recent appearance at a local farmer’s market has sparked controversy and speculation.