Meghan Markle's recent appearance on the Drew Barrymore Show was intended to be another meticulously planned PR moment, but instead, it took an unexpectedly awkward turn. The interview, recorded on March 4th, quickly shifted from promoting her latest personal project to yet another attempt to reinforce the fairy tale romance she insists the world believes in.
Drew Barrymore, in her usual exuberant and slightly over-the-top manner, showered Meghan with praise, gushing about the couple’s undeniable chemistry. She excitedly remarked that every time she spoke to someone who knew them both, they always mentioned how intensely connected they were, emphasizing that people from all walks of life seemed to say the same thing. Barrymore set the stage perfectly for Meghan’s next performance.
Meghan, ever the expert in calculated humility, hesitated dramatically, drawing out the moment before responding. What would she say next? Cue the exaggerated hand-to-face gesture. Barrymore continued, insisting that people always describe them as being deeply in love. Meghan responded with a theatrical laugh, one that felt about as authentic as her former British accent. Unsurprisingly, she seized the opportunity to launch into a well-rehearsed monologue about how lucky she is to have found Harry. She described him as funny, kind, and charming, painting a picture of the perfect partner—though curiously, outside of Meghan’s own accounts, few others seem to describe him in such glowing terms.
This is where things took an interesting turn. According to body language expert Judi James, Barrymore’s reaction was not quite what one might expect. Initially, she appeared engaged, her arms crossed in what James described as a self-hug—possibly a sign of admiration, or perhaps secondhand embarrassment. As Meghan’s speech dragged on, Barrymore’s expression subtly shifted. Her bright smile faded into a blank stare, as if she were realizing in real time that she had become part of another carefully manufactured PR moment. Then came a telltale sign—Meghan’s infamous tongue jut. Just as she dramatically declared, "I did not expect to meet H there," out came the signature tongue poke, a gesture body language experts often associate with deception.
The real question is whether anyone still buys into the fairy tale Meghan keeps selling. Each time she appears on a talk show, the stakes rise, with new exaggerated claims—whether about her unshakable love for Harry, her struggles, or her ongoing plea for privacy. But this time, the cracks in her narrative were visible even before she walked on stage. Drew Barrymore, Hollywood royalty in her own right, did not seem entirely convinced. Unlike Meghan, Drew does not need to constantly remind the world of her success—her decades-long career speaks for itself. If anything, Barrymore’s look of admiration seemed less about Meghan’s love story and more about her ability to tell it with unwavering conviction.
Then came the moment that shifted the entire conversation. When Drew brought up Princess Diana, Meghan’s demeanor changed instantly. Her face tensed, her smile wavered, and the giddy newlywed act momentarily disappeared. Was it the mention of the one royal figure who will forever overshadow her? In the end, Meghan Markle’s appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show will likely be remembered as yet another transparent attempt to stay relevant. The only thing more entertaining than Meghan’s performance was watching Drew gradually realize she was witnessing a masterclass in overacting. One can only imagine what was running through her mind—was this woman for real?
