Meghan Markle has once again found herself at the center of royal controversy following critics accusing her of being obsessed with her royal ties and also profiting from them.

According to Radar Online, Meghan, 44, stepped back from royal duties alongside her husband, Prince Harry, 41, in 2020 and moved to California to take on a new life with their kids. However, fresh accusations say she’s still clinging to her royal status for business gains.

The latest uproar erupted after Sky News presenter Samara Gill accused Meghan of being fixated on royal prestige, saying she’s “obsessed” with using royal ties to build her brand. Gill made the comments on the podcast Danica Goes Global, accusing Meghan of trying to revive a “Princess” title even after stepping back.

“I think she does want the validation, but she also wants to continue to coast off the royal titles, and I think that’s been one of the most damning and heartbreaking things for the royal family to have to witness – her secretly using some of the titles in letter headings, and then them finding out about it,” Gill said. “She’s obsessed with the royal family, and she’s obsessed… with the cash grab that she can make off it,” Gill added.

A royal insider also claimed there’s growing frustration inside palace circles, with some believing Meghan still wants the benefits and visibility of royal life but without the responsibility. “They think she continues using the royal connection because it’s still her golden ticket,” the source explained. “What irritates traditionalists most is that Meghan publicly criticizes the monarchy while quietly profiting off it.”

The Sussex name debate flared again as well. “And you know, it’s not Meghan Markle – it’s Meghan Sussex,” Gill sneered. She went on: “That infamous moment with Mindy Kaling when she said her name was now ‘Sussex’ – it never really took off.” Gill slammed Meghan and Harry as “gig economy Royals,” claiming they want all the perks without the full commitment. “It’s about service, dignity, and respect for your nation,” she said. Another source added that Meghan’s latest moves only fuel suspicions she still craves the royal spotlight.

“When she’s doing a branding push or a tour, it’s like she’s trying to be a celebrity royal,” the insider said. And De Giorgio couldn’t resist a jab, adding: “When she was in Australia, she said, ‘Just call me Meg.’ But then in other places, it’s ‘Meghan Sussex.’ It’s all just so wild.”

Critics argue Meghan continues to rely on royal associations in public appearances, while some say she’s still chasing fame at any cost.

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