The Duchess of Cambridge, worth an estimated $30 billion, featured in a clip for BBC's Children in Need, where she urged the public to donate while donning a royal blue silk shirt.
In the video, she emphasized the importance of supporting projects for early childhood development and the well-being of children.
Critics seized the opportunity to comment on Kate's choice of attire and her net worth. One remarked, "A billionaire opening the Children In Need show on BBC. Asking society for donations. Tone-deaf, @bbc…"
Another user expressed frustration, saying, "@BBC So Kate Middleton who owns several homes just popped up on #ChildrenInNeed, last year it raised about £20m. Or £354m less than we gave the royals to tart up Buckingham Palace. The hypocrisy is [sickening]."
Writer Dan White added, "I know families of disabled children who have gone without meals so their child can eat. So I take offense when Kate Middleton appears on @BBCCiN wearing a £315 blouse."
Amidst the criticism, a user suggested, "I hope Kate Middleton is going to announce a 10% cut in Royal funding from public taxes. Think how much that she would raise for charity!"
