Clips of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry playing pool during their recent UK outing have gone viral, but not everyone was charmed by the couple’s appearance.
While the Suits alum appeared to cheer her husband on as he took his turn at the table, social media users criticized her reaction, with some accusing the Duchess of Sussex of putting on an act for the cameras. Others called the moment “cringe” and “embarrassing,” claiming it made Meghan look “desperate” and questioning whether her behavior was genuine. Read more about the situation below.
Prince Harry And Meghan Markle Play Pool During Their UK Outing
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex recently made an appearance in the UK as part of their latest visit, where they spent time participating in activities and meeting with people during the outing. The couple’s appearance attracted attention online, with footage of their interactions quickly making the rounds on social media, especially because it marked one of their first major joint appearances since they moved from California this year.
During the outing, the controversial couple also stopped to play a game of pool, giving onlookers a glimpse of a more casual moment between the two. Harry took his turn at the table as Meghan stood nearby, watching and cheering him on.
“That’s so good!” the As Ever founder can be heard cheering after her husband makes a shot. “I’m so glad that wasn’t me.”
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Social Media Accuses Meghan Markle Of Being 'Inauthentic' In Viral Pool Clip
After footage of the couple playing pool went viral, some social media users took issue with the mom-of-two's reaction, accusing her of putting on a performance rather than behaving naturally.
Critics described the moment as "cringe" and "embarrassing," with some suggesting that her enthusiastic response appeared forced. It added to an ongoing narrative that she acts in a way that's 'inauthentic' in front of cameras, which kicked off when her lifestyle Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, aired.
"[She's] way overanimated," commented a user on TikTok.
"Rather performative, isn't it?" asked another, with a user adding, "All the acting skills are on display."
One YouTube user slammed the couple as "desperate," with another writing, "She always overreacts, and everything about her is so contrived and inauthentic."
"Nothing genuine or authentic about her," echoed another.
"Gosh, she's so contrived it's beyond cringe," added a critic. "Never saw Suits, but I doubt she could act her way out of a paper bag."
"Embarrassing," wrote another.
