Meghan Markle, the former royal, has faced ridicule after her recent cameo appearance in a coffee company’s social media clip.
The Duchess of Sussex made a brief return to acting in a video shared by Clever Blends, a coffee brand.
In the video, Meghan can be seen packing orders and working with the online team.
Towards the end, she gives a fellow staff member a fist bump while the owner, Grace Mendoza, discusses a successful year.
However, Meghan’s cameo has received mixed reviews, with some calling it awkward.
Royal correspondent Cameron Walker commented on Meghan’s appearance, stating that it signifies her transition away from being a working member of the royal family.
“Meghan Markle is brushing up on her acting skills there,” he said.
“I think it just shows that she is very much no longer a working member of the royal family, very much going down the Hollywood route, and indeed the social media route.”
Walker also pointed out that Meghan is often in the background of the video, and her attempted fist bump comes across as awkward.
It is no secret that Meghan has been a supporter of Clever Blends, frequently endorsing the brand by sending samples to friends, including Oprah Winfrey.
According to Walker, Meghan has invested a significant amount of money in the company.
Earlier this year, she appeared in another video promoting the coffee brand, and now she is featured alongside co-founder Hannah Mendoza in the latest clip.
This further emphasizes Meghan’s shift towards Hollywood rather than the royal lifestyle.
Brand and culture expert Nick Ader analyzed the new video and noted that it showcases Meghan’s fun side.
He believes that Clever Blends cleverly utilized Meghan’s fame to generate social media engagement.
“This fun side to Meghan is a clever way for the brand Clever to get a lot of social media traction and engagement by using their famous investor,” Ader stated.
However, he expressed disappointment that the comments on the post were predominantly negative instead of celebratory, as the intention was to highlight the success and hard work of the business.
Meghan Markle’s cameo in the coffee advert has sparked a range of reactions, from mockery to appreciation.
While some find her return to acting amusing, others criticize her for straying from her royal responsibilities.
Regardless of opinions, it is clear that Meghan’s involvement with Clever Blends has not gone unnoticed.
As she continues to explore her Hollywood career, it remains to be seen how her association with the brand will impact its image and success.