Meghan Markle is making headlines once again, this time by asserting her identity as the Duchess of Sussex.
In a candid interview, she revealed her deep connection to the title granted by the late Queen Elizabeth II—which she now insists is more than just a name.
At 43, Meghan is gearing up to launch her latest Netflix endeavor, aptly titled With Love, Meghan.
Before the show premieres, she shared her thoughts on what the title “Duchess of Sussex” means to her and her family in an interview with People magazine, highlighting its personal significance.
In a lighthearted moment, Meghan even reminded her friend, Mindy Kaling, to refer to her as Sussex, not Markle.
Although they have only visited Sussex once since receiving their titles in 2018, Meghan finds a sense of unity and identity in using the name for her family.
After stepping back from royal duties, Meghan and Prince Harry faced calls to relinquish their titles.
However, they have chosen to keep the Sussex name, solidifying it as their family surname.
This choice reflects Meghan’s sentiment that the title holds great meaning—especially now that they have children.
Speaking to People, Meghan expressed, “It’s our shared name as a family, and I didn’t fully grasp its importance until we became parents.
I cherish the fact that Archie, Lili, Harry, and I share that name.” It seems that the Sussex title has woven itself into the fabric of their family’s narrative.
In an episode of her new series, Meghan even playfully addressed the name once again, telling Kaling, “It’s amusing that you keep saying Meghan Markle.
You know I’m Sussex now.”
This assertion appears to symbolize her embracing a new chapter in her life.
As anticipation builds for her eight-part series, Meghan is determined to showcase a different side of herself.
The show includes cooking, flower arranging, and entertaining guests—a stark contrast to the royal image she once portrayed.
Set to air soon, the series has been described as a strategy for Meghan to redefine her identity beyond the royal realm.
With her social media followers surpassing two million, she views herself as more than an influencer; she identifies as an entrepreneur and a “female founder.”
In recent updates, Meghan has made strides in her business ventures as well.
She plans to sell baking mixes under her newly rebranded lifestyle brand, As Ever.
This change comes after an initial attempt to trademark American Riviera Orchard was thwarted due to geographical naming restrictions.
Moreover, as part of her family’s foray into new projects, Meghan has recently appointed Meredith Maines as the new Chief of Communications, indicating a fresh approach to public relations just ahead of her Netflix launch.
As she prepares for the debut of With Love, Meghan, it will be interesting to see how her ventures unfold alongside her commitment to the Sussex title.
Not only is she navigating her professional life, but she is also thoughtfully embracing her identity in a very public way.
