Royal commentator Charlotte Griffiths has called into question Meghan Markle’s approach to friendship, particularly in relation to her former close bond with Jessica Mulroney. Griffiths has labeled the pair’s relationship as a ‘strategic friendship,’ criticizing Markle for her tendency to end friendships abruptly. She points to Markle’s estrangement from family members, ‘Suits’ co-stars, and Mulroney, whose children were page boys at her royal wedding. Griffiths suggests that Markle strategically cultivates friendships and discards them when they have ‘contributed to her life in a meaningful way.’
Griffiths’ comments come as Markle is currently filming a Netflix series centered around cooking and gardening. While fans anticipated a glimpse into Markle’s lavish Montecito mansion, sources indicate that filming is taking place in a nearby rental property. Markle’s Netflix project coincides with her husband Prince Harry’s own Netflix series, which focuses on the sport of polo. Cameras captured the couple at a recent fundraising event where Harry’s team emerged victorious. Following the win, Markle shared an affectionate kiss with her husband.
Griffiths’ assessment of Markle’s friendship dynamics raises questions about the nature of her relationships and the extent to which she values them beyond their perceived utility.