Meghan Markle has finally addressed all the online hate

Sure, being a royal has its advantages – the fashion, the princes, the tiaras, the castles – but it definitely also has its drawbacks, from the end of privacy to the dreaded rumour mill.
No one knows this more than Meghan Markle.
The now Duchess of Sussex has had a difficult start to royal life, with everything from her fashion choices to her decisions regarding the upbringing of baby Archie never failing to divide the public and cause viral news.
The former Suits actress has endured an endless stream of online bullying since becoming a royal, with the latest focusing on how she is raising her newborn baby.
And after keeping tight-lipped about the online abuse, the Duchess of Sussex seemed to finally address it this week.
Yes, really. In a video from the Lion King premiere, Meghan can be seen talking to singer Pharrell about it.
‘So happy for your union. Love is amazing. It’s wonderful,’ the singer can be heard telling Meghan Markle. ‘Don’t ever take that for granted, but what it means in today’s climate, I just wanted to tell you, it’s so significant for so many of us. Seriously. It’s significant. We cheer you guys on.’
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And Meghan’s response? ‘Thank you. They don't make it easy.’
Well that’s that.
Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in lifestyle, culture, entertainment, international development and politics. She has worked at Marie Claire UK for seven years, rising from intern to Features Editor and is now the most published Marie Claire writer of all time. She was made a 30 under 30 award-winner last year and named a rising star in journalism by the Professional Publishers Association.
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