Meghan Markle’s latest Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, has sparked backlash, especially from her estranged half-brother, Thomas Markle Jr., who has sharply criticized the show. Appearing on TalkTV, Thomas described the eight-episode docuseries as “bland” and “generic,” claiming it misrepresented Meghan’s early years.
Thomas, 58, disputed Meghan’s portrayal of her childhood, particularly her nostalgic stories about growing up watching cooking shows and learning culinary skills. He argued that while their mother, Doria Ragland, was a skilled cook, Meghan “never so much as lifted a spatula.” He also took issue with Meghan’s mentions of dining at fast-food chains like Jack in the Box and Taco Bell, suggesting that her narrative of a humble childhood was misleading. “We weren’t poor,” he said. “She didn’t have to rub two nickels together at Sizzler’s salad bar. She ate at Musso & Frank Grill, Hamburger Hamlet, and plenty of Hollywood restaurants.”
Thomas also mocked Meghan’s decision to use the Sussex name instead of Markle. In a sarcastic remark, he suggested that he and their sister, Samantha Markle, should also change their surnames to Sussex, implying that Meghan was distancing herself from the family.
Despite the criticism, Meghan has remained steadfast in her choice. During the series, she corrected actress Mindy Kaling for referring to her as “Markle” instead of “Sussex,” explaining that it was important for her to say, “This is our family name.”
While Meghan’s estranged family continues to voice their disapproval, her husband, Prince Harry, has shown strong support for her. The Duke of Sussex makes a rare appearance in the series, praising his wife’s work, offering a stark contrast to the harsh comments from Thomas.
In conclusion, Thomas Jr. took one last jab, joking that he would need to refill their father’s heart medication before letting him watch Meghan’s Netflix show.
