The Sussexes, once cherished members of the British royal family, continue to make headlines—though not necessarily for reasons they would prefer.

The latest drama in their ongoing public relations saga comes from the Hamptons, where a reported clash between Meghan Markle and G9 Ventures host Amy Griffin has sparked a fresh wave of controversy.

At the heart of the dispute is a seemingly simple yet charged question: Did or did not Griffin address Meghan as ‘Duchess’? According to sources close to Meghan, she felt deeply slighted when Griffin allegedly failed to acknowledge her royal title during the prestigious G9 Ventures Summer Summit.

This perceived omission has reportedly sent shockwaves through the Sussex camp, leaving Meghan fuming.

While the details of the incident remain somewhat murky, the fallout has been swift and severe. Royal watchers and critics have weighed in, with opinions sharply divided. On one side, there are those who sympathize with Meghan, arguing that her title is an essential part of her identity and should be respected. They claim Griffin’s supposed oversight was a deliberate snub—a calculated attempt to undermine the Duchess’s status.

However, a growing number of voices are questioning the validity of Meghan’s claims. Critics argue that the couple stepped down from their royal roles and have frequently sought privacy. By clinging to her title, Meghan might be perceived as living in a contradictory reality. Some suggest that her insistence on being addressed as ‘Duchess’ is a desperate attempt to maintain a semblance of her former life, a futile effort to cling to a relevance that seems to be fading.

Furthermore, the focus on such a seemingly trivial matter might appear out of touch with the broader issues facing the world. While the Sussexes have faced their share of challenges, these pale in comparison to the struggles of those dealing with poverty, war, and disease. By fixating on this perceived slight, Meghan risks alienating the public and further damaging her reputation.

It’s important to note that these are still allegations, and the truth of the matter remains unclear. Neither Meghan Markle nor Amy Griffin has publicly commented on the incident, leaving plenty of room for speculation and conjecture.

Nonetheless, the controversy highlights the intense scrutiny that continues to follow the Sussexes. As this latest chapter in Meghan Markle’s saga unfolds, one thing is clear: her journey from beloved royal to a polarizing public figure is far from over.

Whether she will emerge from this latest firestorm with her reputation intact remains to be seen.