Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex is once again at the center of criticism.
This time the wife of Prince Harry is being criticised for the contrast between her on-screen picture perfect Christmas and the reality of family estrangement.
While Meghan's dad Thomas Markle is currently facing serious health crisis, the Duchess of Sussex is flaunts a picture perfect family Christmas in her Netflix special, With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration.
According to Radar Online, insiders say that Meghan's family connections are an "utter mess." The father-daughter duo have been estranged for years. Latest below-the-knee amputation has prompted Thomas to appeal for a final meeting with his daughter.
Meghan has also reached out to her dad via letter following his surgery.
The source claims, "Meghan's Christmas special is focused on presenting a perfect image, but in reality she's still hugely distant from her father, who is in hospital and hoping to see her one last time."
Adding, "It's a mess for her and the optics are awful. She needs to stop peddling the lie things are Instagrammable and perfect with her domestic set-up."
Another insider went on to add, "While Meghan is focused on creating a flawless holiday at home, Thomas is dealing with significant health problems. The image she shows on screen doesn't reflect the true state of her family life."
It is pertinent to mention that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle also have ongoing enstrangement with he royal family.It is pertinent to mention that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle also have ongoing estrangement with he royal family since stepping down from their roles in 2020.
A close friend claimed, "She's very aware of how she comes across on screen and in the press," adding, "The crafts, brunches, and decorations are all meant to convey love and togetherness, but there are major gaps in that story. The truth is far more complex."
This comes as Meghan Markle's dad Thomas Markle has previously desired to meet Prince Harry and his grandchildren. "Meghan may have reached out by letter, but there hasn't been any real communication. He's still hoping for a chance at reconciliation, even if it's just for a short time," a family source said.