Meghan Markle, known for her thriving business, devoted husband, lovely children, and stunning Californian home, has been estranged from certain family members, as per her stepmother Roslyn Markle’s explanation. The rift stemmed from Prince Harry’s 2017 comment on BBC Radio 4, suggesting the royals were like the family Meghan never had, after her Christmas with the Royal Family in Sandringham, England. Despite Meghan’s brother defending their family, Roslyn Markle clarified in a 2017 interview that the distance, not tension, was the primary reason for the estrangement.
Roslyn emphasized that Meghan’s busy schedule, including studying in Illinois, working in Argentina, and launching her acting career with “Suits,” led to the family becoming distant. While Roslyn defended Meghan, stating she didn’t shut out the family, she acknowledged limited communication with estranged sister Samantha Grant. Samantha, however, refuted Roslyn’s claims on Twitter, asserting that Roslyn had no relation to Meghan and knew little about their lives.
Meghan’s recent interactions with PR mogul Emma Grede have sparked speculation about a potential ‘mega-brand’ through her lifestyle project, As Ever. Attending a dinner hosted by Grede, known for her work with Kim and Khloe Kardashian, Meghan was part of an event celebrating women empowering each other. Grede shared moments from the evening on Instagram, showcasing Meghan’s wine, the 2024 As Ever Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, flowing throughout the event.