Meghan Markle recently appeared with a new look, for the first time since announcing that she would not attend King Charles III’s coronation, causing a flurry of reactions across social media.
This past weekend, Markle made a digital cameo to introduce a TED talk by her photographer buddy Misan Harriman. She donned a chic, straight hairdo that prompted some online observers to draw comparisons between her and her sister-in-law, Princess Kate Middleton. This further ignited rumors about possible cosmetic surgeries or changes to her eye color.
While a number of Markle’s fans brushed off the cosmetic enhancement speculations, others pondered if she had opted for any procedures during her time away from the spotlight. However, sources close to Markle rejected these claims, stating that her rejuvenated appearance is due to shedding weight after the birth of her daughter, Lilibet. Some insiders mentioned that Markle did change her hair color, but not her facial features, as she appreciates her natural nose, contours it, and highlights it with bronzer. They did admit, though, that she might have gotten Botox injections and lip fillers.
Claims that Markle was trying to emulate Middleton were met with objections suggesting she was targeting a more Hollywood-style look.
Conversations about Markle’s updated appearance and her choice to skip the coronation have been animated and far-reaching. Rumors flew that Middleton purposefully excluded Markle from the occasion, while others insinuated that Markle aimed to portray herself as a victim by not attending the coronation. A royal commentator even claimed that Markle bears a grudge against Middleton for making her miss Queen Elizabeth’s last moments.
Markle’s representatives dismissed allegations that her decision to bypass the event was motivated by concerns over racism within the royal household. Despite the gossip and conjectures, Markle’s new look and absence from the coronation remain hot topics in ongoing debates and social media chatter.