Meghan Markle's latest entrepreneurial venture, American Riviera Orchard, may have inadvertently crossed a strict line set by the royal family.
Despite Meghan's successful launch of the Take 2.0 brand on Instagram, which rapidly gained over 250,000 followers, this new endeavor could lead to significant complications. Russell Meers, an associate editor at The Mirror, pointed out a potential breach of a commercial agreement with Harry's family.
Meers highlighted the issue on X, formerly Twitter, stating, "If you sign up for info on Meghan Markle's new business venture, you'll be notified about products—a clear breach of the agreement by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to not profit off of their royal titles." Keep an eye on this space for developments.
American Riviera Orchard recently shared a video on its Instagram stories, showcasing its elegant gold calligraphy logo against a backdrop of Megan's daily life. Set to the tune of "I Wish You Love" by Nancy Wilson, the video offers glimpses into Meghan's world.
The brand's Instagram bio straightforwardly credits Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, noting its establishment in 2024 and directing users to its website, americanrivera.com. Upon visiting the website, users are prompted to join a waiting list, with limited details provided. Upon signing up, users receive a message expressing the brand's intent to keep them informed about product releases, availability, and updates.
Many royal fans view this as a blatant breach of the assurances Harry and Meghan reportedly gave to the late Queen when they resigned as working royals in 2020. The couple agreed not to use their royal titles for commercial purposes or leverage their royal connections for profit. They were also required to halt their existing website, sussexroyal.com, which had been launched without warning and contained their plans for a new life. Since then, they've operated under the banner of Archewell. Meghan Markle's new business venture reopening old wounds, with critics questioning how it doesn't violate previous agreements.
There's a sense among some that Harry and Meghan are daring King Charles to enforce the terms against them, or they believe he will turn a blind eye. King Charles has been urged to strip the couple of their royal titles following the launch of the Take 2.0 brand on Instagram. This call for action comes amidst reports of Princess Katherine and Prince William facing severe bullying on social media. It's worth noting that the trademark process for Meghan's new venture has not been completed, indicating that it's still a relatively new concept hastily put together.
Some speculate that these events are all part of a larger plan, with hopes that King Charles will assert authority and stand firm against emotional manipulation. Perhaps Prince William will make a formal announcement regarding the removal of titles soon, signaling a swift response to the situation and rendering Harry and Meghan akin to mere figures of ridicule.
