Is This Really a Duchess? Critics React After Meghan Markle Shares Bikini Photos by the Pool

Meghan Markle, the 42-year-old Duchess of Sussex, sparked a wave of online chatter after posting a relaxed vacation photo taken by a pool in Los Angeles.

While many admired the snapshot, others insisted that a member of the royal family shouldn’t be pictured in such a casual manner.

Comments quickly piled up, including:
“This is a duchess? She still hasn’t mastered how to behave like one,”
“So American,”
“Hardly appropriate for royalty,”
and “Kate would never do something like this.”

Supporters, however, were quick to defend her:

“Why not? She has a right to enjoy her holiday.”
“She looks incredible for 42.”
“She’s glowing.”

Dozens of users praised her appearance, calling her “beautiful,” “fit,” and “lucky Harry’s wife.” Others took a more neutral stance, saying that while she looked great, they weren’t sure if such photos were suitable for someone with a duchess title.

Meanwhile, speculation about Meghan’s next career steps continues to swirl. Rumors inside Hollywood suggest she may be eyeing a return to acting — something that could mark a major reentry into the entertainment world.

With growing curiosity around her future projects, fans and critics alike are watching closely to see what Meghan does next.