Meghan Markle and her ever-compliant husband, Prince Harry—yes, you heard that correctly—even their most devoted defenders are abandoning ship faster than rats fleeing a sinking vessel. Their PR disaster is spiraling, and now even those once sympathetic to their cause are speaking out.
This week, something truly eye-opening happened. Richard Corrigan, an esteemed chef who has cooked for the royal family on numerous occasions, delivered a scathing critique of the Montecito couple. This man isn’t just any chef—he’s been inside the palace, served meals to Queen Elizabeth herself, and has a front-row view of royal life. Now, he’s making it abundantly clear what he thinks of Harry and Meghan’s latest attention-seeking antics.
Corrigan recently endured Meghan’s new Netflix production With Love, Meghan—and for that alone, he deserves a medal. His verdict? He dismissed it as “a bit pretentious.” That’s classic British understatement. What he likely meant was that it was one of the most self-indulgent, narcissistic productions to ever disgrace our screens. But he didn’t stop there. In an interview with The Daily Mail, Corrigan made his stance even clearer: “I don’t like the pretense. California is all very Hollywood, very superficial. Britain isn’t like that.” He nailed it. The UK is steeped in tradition, history, and substance—everything Meghan seems desperate to align herself with while simultaneously trying to dismantle it. The contrast is striking.
It gets even better. Corrigan, who owns two prestigious restaurants in London’s exclusive Mayfair district, delivered a knockout blow when he declared that Harry and Meghan had become a burden to King Charles. A burden! Think about that. While King Charles battles cancer and continues his royal duties with dignity, his wayward son and daughter-in-law are busy making Netflix specials about avocado toast or whatever frivolous nonsense they’re promoting now. Corrigan summed it up perfectly: “I don’t think anyone likes people doing cheap TV.” And cheap is the right word—not in terms of production costs (Netflix foolishly threw millions at them), but in terms of integrity, class, and loyalty to both family and country.
One of Corrigan’s most striking remarks was his advice to the Sussexes: “If you’re going to leave royal life, buy yourself a nice pad, entertain, and enjoy yourself—but don’t become a burden.” Exactly. If they had truly wanted privacy, they could have stepped back gracefully, lived their luxurious lives in peace, and perhaps even earned some respect. Instead, they trashed the very institution that gave them everything, signed lucrative deals with Netflix and Spotify, penned tell-all books, and gave endless interviews while simultaneously demanding to be left alone.
Corrigan also expressed genuine sympathy for King Charles, a father forced to watch his son and daughter-in-law exploit their royal connections for personal gain. “You can never be responsible for who your children marry,” he said. “The royals are a nice bunch, but hey, we all have odd ones in the family.” Spot on. Every family has a Harry and Meghan—the relatives who show up at Christmas dinner only to complain about everything and make it all about themselves. And this isn’t even the first time Corrigan has spoken out. Previously, he shared how he once cooked for Queen Elizabeth at no charge—because it was an honor. When asked if he’d extend the same courtesy to Meghan, his response was subtle but cutting: “I’d let her into the restaurant, sure, but the Queen had the red carpet rolled out. Would Meghan? I don’t think so.” The shade! Even professional chefs see through Meghan’s facade.
But Corrigan isn’t the only one waking up to the reality of Meghan’s carefully crafted image. Canadian comedian Katherine Ryan, once one of Meghan’s most vocal defenders, has finally had enough. Ryan, who has supported Meghan for years, admitted that even she couldn’t stomach the artificiality of With Love, Meghan. She described Meghan’s performance as “manicured” and “very forced,” which is damning coming from someone in the entertainment industry. If even Hollywood insiders find Meghan too Hollywood, that’s saying something.
Ryan’s real bombshell came when she admitted, “I see now.” She went on to suggest that Meghan’s carefully curated narrative simply doesn’t add up. “It does feel like she has lied about whether she knew who Prince Harry was, and these details about her childhood change and don’t add up.” Finally, someone is saying out loud what so many have been thinking for years. The inconsistencies in Meghan’s stories have been glaring from the beginning. Remember when she claimed she knew nothing about the royal family—yet conveniently had a photo of herself outside Buckingham Palace as a teenager? Or when she insisted she and Harry met on a blind date, only for it to later emerge that mutual friends had carefully orchestrated the introduction? The contradictions keep piling up, and now even her staunchest supporters can’t ignore them.
Contrast this behavior with the grace and dignity of Catherine, Princess of Wales. While undergoing cancer treatment, Catherine has shown nothing but strength, focusing on her health and family, appearing in public only when necessary, and avoiding any self-promotion. No Netflix specials. No tell-all books. No attempts to cash in on her situation. That’s real royalty. That’s class.
Similarly, King Charles, despite facing his own cancer diagnosis, has continued fulfilling his duties with steadfast dedication. Queen Camilla has been a pillar of support, and Prince William has gracefully balanced his growing responsibilities with caring for his wife. And what have Harry and Meghan been doing during this difficult time for the royal family? Making cooking shows. Accepting awards they haven’t earned. Jetting off on a self-declared “royal” tour of Nigeria. The contrast couldn’t be starker—or more damning.
Let’s not forget the Sussexes’ long history of attacks on the royal family. The infamous Oprah interview, filled with vague and unsubstantiated allegations. Harry’s memoir Spare—better titled Spiteful—which aired private family grievances for a paycheck. And now, even as two of their closest family members battle cancer, they remain fixated on their personal brand and publicity stunts.
