Meghan Markle is under fire after sharing a video of herself making St. Patrick’s Day waffles for her children, Prince Archie, 5, and Princess Lilibet, 3. Fans quickly accused the Duchess of Sussex of faking the effort, pointing out discrepancies between the waffle iron she used and the waffles she served.
Social Media Erupts Over Markle’s Waffles
On Monday, Markle posted an Instagram Story showing her preparing a green waffle batter and pouring it into a Belgian waffle maker. The video appeared to highlight a hands-on, homemade effort. However, when she later shared an image of the final plated waffles, eagle-eyed followers noticed that the texture did not match the grooves of the appliance she had used.
Social media users wasted no time calling out the alleged inconsistency. One person on X (formerly Twitter) claimed Markle’s “relentless compulsion to lie” was baffling, even over something as simple as breakfast. Another commenter said it was almost impressive how much effort she put into “staging even the simplest things.”
Did Markle Really Cook the Waffles?
Speculation quickly escalated, with some fans insisting that Markle had served her children store-bought waffles instead. A widely circulated post even compared her waffles to Kellogg’s green apple Dragon Waffles, suggesting she had passed off frozen food as homemade.
However, sources close to Markle told Page Six that she had actually used two different waffle makers—one for the children and another for the adults. Despite this clarification, the debate continued online, with skeptics questioning why she would go to such lengths to present a picture-perfect moment.
Markle Stays Silent as Critics Pile On
Adding to the drama, Markle captioned her post with, “For the kids…,” leading many to believe she was emphasizing a personal touch. Later, she shared another image of waffles she allegedly made for herself and Prince Harry, garnished with strawberries and cream alongside an iced matcha latte.
She explained her choice to dye the batter green, saying her family loves “a theme.” While some fans appreciated the festive spirit, others remained convinced that the breakfast scene was a carefully crafted illusion.
The controversy is just the latest example of the intense scrutiny Markle faces on social media. Critics have previously accused her of staging candid moments and exaggerating details about her personal life.
Despite the backlash, Markle has not addressed the accusations, and her representatives have yet to comment on the waffle controversy.
Jaja has a degree in journalism and took classes in international law and business communication. Jaja’s career spans roles at prominent international media outlets, including Business Times and Brigada. As a news editor, she covered a wide range of beats, including business, economy, cryptocurrency, and personal finance. Additionally, she has successfully managed teams of writers producing content on gaming, technology, and entertainment.
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