‘Meghan Meghan is too vacuous. Why can't she promote women in a realistic way?' slams expert

The Irish Sun

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MEGHAN Markle has thrown herself into her jam-making business venture and Netflix cooking show this year.
However, royal experts have blasted the Duchess of
Sussex
, 43, for focusing on 'vacuous' projects following
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Royal experts have criticised Meghan Markle for being 'vacuous'
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Meghan has kept busy this year by releasing a Netflix cooking show, With Love, Meghan
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Speaking on The Sun's Royal Exclusive show, broadcaster Esther Krakue and
News
.com.au's Royal Reporter Bronte Coy spoke about Meghan's recent ventures.
Bronte claimed: '[She's a] professional hot girl.
'She's a content creator slash influencer now, I would say.
'And there's nothing wrong with those things.
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'But the influencer part, she's selling the stuff on Instagram.'
Esther added of the former Suits actress: 'I mean, I find it strange that she didn't quite lean into the things that she has professional credits for, like she didn't do some theatre charity or things?
'I just wish she did things that are less vacuous.'
She added that she'd like to see Meghan focus on topics such as theatre, art, and also 'promoting women in a realistic way, not this kind of very glossy sheen.'
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In the past, Meghan has been an advocate for gender equality and women's empowerment, doing a 2015 speech on International Women's Day at the UN.
As a working royal,
Prince
Harry's wife supported numerous women-focused charities, including
London
.
Meghan's idea of parenting was a no-go from the beginning, Harry's much more hard-lined
Speaking of Meghan's eight-part podcast,
business
and family journeys, Esther claimed many of the women weren't relatable.
The London-based broadcaster and columnist explained: 'All these rich women with very rich husbands that had very little to lose, except a couple of her guests.
'Just be real, just be honest and do something that's a bit more authentic, I think.'
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Meghan launched a podcast featuring her entrepreneur friends
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Bronte agreed, sharing how the average mum can't relate to an A-lister speaking about the 'struggles' of home life, while
She added: 'I have a son, and when I hear people from positions of great privilege where they can afford nannies and a lot of help go on and on and on about the working mum thing.
'Yes, it's time away from your kid, I definitely understand that aspect.
'But it's not the same as the working mum idea that, you know, a lot of the rest of the world has to deal with.
'You do have help. And also you are at home a lot. I don't know. I find that a little bit grating.'
I find it strange that she didn't quite lean into the things that she has professional credits for, like she didn't do some theatre charity or things. I just wish she did things that are less vacuous
Esther Craikoo
broadcaster
However, Esther stressed: 'I don't even want to feel like we're beating down on everything she does.
'I genuinely wish her all the success, but I feel sad that she feels the need to be this thing that she's clearly not.'
The Duchess of Sussex previously shared how she's relied on a
Prince
Archie, five, and
The mum-of-two opened up on her close pal's podcast,
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Meghan has also launched her lifestyle brand, As Ever, featuring jams and honey
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Meghan doing a speech about women empowerment for the UN in 2015
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Meghan told how jam-packed her morning routine is - before the nanny drops her kids to school and she "jumps into meetings".
This year Meghan has been busy with the release of her latest Netflix series
Shortly after came the roll out of her brand
The mum-of-two then dropped Confessions Of A Female Founder, which has just finished its first season.
The Duchess has also been promoting her
Meghan Markle's ventures after stepping down as a working royal
THE Duchess of Sussex has kept busy since stepping down as a senior working royal in 2020 and relocating to California. Here are some of her business ventures...
Archewell Foundation
– A nonprofit supporting charitable initiatives.
Netflix Deal
– Producing content like
Harry & Meghan
and
With Love, Meghan
.
Archetypes Podcast
– Former Spotify show on female stereotypes.
Clevr Blends
– Investment in a women-owned wellness latte brand.
Cesta Collective
– Minority stake in a handbag brand supporting Rwandan artisans.
As Ever
– Previously known as American Riviera Orchard lifestyle brand selling jam.
ShopMy Page
– Online store featuring her curated fashion and beauty items.
New Podcast
–
Confessions of a Female Founder
focusing on entrepreneurship.