Meghan Markle's recent foray into the commercial world with her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, has raised eyebrows and concerns within the royal family.
In an interview with The Mirror, royal expert Tom Quinn cautioned the Duchess of Sussex against leveraging her royal title for promotional gains, hinting at potential repercussions from the monarchy.
"Meghan is navigating treacherous waters by integrating commercial endeavors with her royal status. Each step she takes in this direction risks jeopardizing her royal title," Quinn commented.
He further elaborated, "While the senior royals are currently observing the situation without immediate action, they are wary of potential long-term implications. Once the dust settles, decisions might be made that Meghan won't necessarily agree with."
Earlier this year, Meghan and Prince Harry stirred controversy by launching a website under the 'Sussex' brand and reportedly changing their children's surnames to Sussex, aiming to unite the family under a single identity.
It's worth noting that the Sussexes had previously agreed with the late Queen Elizabeth II on restrictions concerning the daily use of their royal titles. This move has been perceived by experts and commentators as a breach of trust within the royal family.
Tom Quinn emphasized the royal family's deep-rooted concerns about exploiting royal titles for financial gain, stating, "Such actions are viewed as potential threats to the monarchy's integrity. The 'Firm' tends to respond ruthlessly to such challenges."
As Meghan Markle continues to navigate her post-royal life, her commercial ventures and their alignment with her royal status remain subjects of scrutiny and debate.
