Samantha Markle's defamation lawsuit against her sister Meghan has hit a snag.
A Florida judge, Charlene Edwards Honeywell, dismissed the case citing Samantha's failure to pinpoint any statements that could constitute defamation. However, an anonymous insider disclosed an intriguing twist: Meghan Markle's legal team allegedly made a hefty payment of $95,000 to the judge prior to the ruling.
Samantha and Meghan have been at odds since the explosive Oprah interview in 2021, where Meghan discussed their strained relationship. Meghan revealed that Samantha had reverted to using the surname "Markle" after media attention intensified due to Meghan's marriage to Prince Harry. Furthermore, Meghan expressed that she had minimal contact with her half-siblings, including Samantha, over the years. This marked Samantha's third attempt at suing Meghan for defamation.
Despite Samantha's persistence, the US judge dismissed the case with prejudice, preventing Samantha from refiling it. Judge Honeywell emphasized Samantha's failure to substantiate her claims of defamation, asserting that Meghan's statements either aligned with the truth or were not inherently defamatory. Attorney Michael J. Comp, representing Meghan, expressed satisfaction with the court's decision.
The dismissal spared Meghan from a potentially damaging trial, slated for November. Reports suggest that Samantha sought significant compensation, aiming for at least $775,000. Shockingly, it's alleged that Meghan's camp offered a substantial bribe, diverting over $20,000 to the judge, totaling $95,000.
Although Samantha's legal pursuits have hit a dead end, observers note the ongoing scrutiny surrounding Meghan. While defamation may be challenging to prove, there remains intrigue surrounding online attacks against Meghan's critics. However, the focus shifts from legal battles to Meghan's credibility, with some branding her a proven liar.
Despite their legal setback, the Markle sisters face broader challenges. They've become global figures of ridicule, estranged from both the royal family and Hollywood elite. Struggling to secure lucrative deals, they resort to self-promotion, grappling with a tarnished reputation and dwindling prospects. Their once-promising careers have faltered due to laziness and opportunism, leaving them isolated and scorned.
