Meghan Markle’s “Sussex” Comment in With Love, Meghan Sparks Confusion Among Audience Members

Meghan Markle is going viral again, this time for a comment in her new Netflix show With Love, Meghan that has left audience members scratching their heads.

In the show, Meghan claims, “I am ‘Sussex’ now,” to Mindy Kaling, seemingly referring to her last name. The statement has sparked confusion, with many viewers questioning what her actual last name is and whether she intends to be formally recognized as “Sussex.”

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The confusion stems from Meghan’s title and the complex nature of her name following her marriage to Prince Harry in 2018. As members of the British royal family, Harry and Meghan were given the title of Duke and Duchess of Sussex. While many may assume that “Sussex” refers to their noble title, Meghan’s recent comment about adopting it as her last name has created ambiguity about her personal identity.

In royal circles, titles such as Duke and Duchess are generally used in place of last names, but their use in official matters—like passports and legal documents—often includes their family names, such as “Mountbatten-Windsor” in the case of Harry. However, Meghan’s reference to “Sussex” has led some to question whether she is asserting a new personal identity or if it’s merely a stylistic reference.

This moment has ultimately left many viewers puzzled, as it doesn’t entirely align with traditional conventions. Meghan’s comment may also be a symbolic gesture, emphasizing her deep connection to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex title and their ongoing public role. Yet, the ambiguity of her statement highlights the complex relationship between personal identity and royal titles, leaving fans to speculate about her true last name.

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However, there’s also a bit of nuance here regarding the use of surnames and titles for royal families. 

When Prince William and Kate Middleton married, they were granted the title Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, and their children are often referred to as Cambridges (a reference to their title rather than their surname). Similarly, when Prince Harry and Meghan Markle married, they were granted the titles Duke and Duchess of Sussex, and their children are often referred to as Sussexes.

However, this is not the same as using a family surname. Royal titles like “Cambridge” or “Sussex” are used as identifiers, but they aren’t technically surnames in the traditional sense. For example, Harry and Meghan’s children, while often referred to as Sussexes, do not officially use Sussex as a surname unless they need one for legal or formal purposes, in which case they would likely use Mountbatten-Windsor, which is the royal family surname.

So, the comment about Meghan saying “I am Sussex now” could be a reflection of her embracing her title and role as the Duchess of Sussex rather than referring to a legal surname.

All in all, it can be a bit confusing, especially with the interplay of titles, surnames, and royal traditions. Megahn has seemingly not commented on the alleged controversy surrounding this comment.

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