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Meghan Markle's Brand Relaunch Faces Backlash and Criticism

2/26/2025

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Meghan Markle's brand relaunch, "As Ever," has sparked sharp criticism from Richard Osman and Marina Hyde. Osman ridiculed her enthusiasm in an Instagram video, while a podcast controversially labeled her former brand name, "American Riviera Orchard," as "white supremacist." This backlash underscores the ongoing struggles Markle faces in rebuilding her reputation in the U.S. since marrying Prince Harry.

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Meghan Markle's brand relaunch, "As Ever," has sparked sharp criticism from Richard Osman and Marina Hyde. Osman ridiculed her enthusiasm in an Instagram video, while a podcast controversially labeled her former brand name, "American Riviera Orchard," as "white supremacist." This backlash underscores the ongoing struggles Markle faces in rebuilding her reputation in the U.S. since marrying Prince Harry.