Meghan's Hospital Dance with Harry: Unroyal or Cute?
Meghan Markle's Royal Rebellion: The Duchess of Sussex Sparks Outrage with Cringeworthy Dance Video
In a move that has left royal fans gagging, Meghan Markle, 43, has shared a throwback video on Instagram showing her and Prince Harry dancing in a hospital room to induce Princess Lilibet's birth. The clip, which has been branded "cringe" and "unroyal," is just the latest example of the Duchess's penchant for pushing the boundaries of royal protocol.
The footage, which was shared to mark Lilibet's fourth birthday, shows Meghan, heavily pregnant at the time, twerking in front of a hospital bed while Prince Harry looks on. The video has been met with a mixture of shock and disgust from fans, who are questioning whether this is really what they want to see from their favorite royal couple.
"It's embarrassing," wrote one fan on X (formerly Twitter). "Typical Meghan." Another commenter added: "Tacky" while a third declared: "Good grief, these people have titles. Ruining the reputation and respect of the Royal Family, one Instagram post at a time."
But not everyone is as judgmental. Some fans are hailing the video as "sweetest, un-royal, cutest." One enthusiast wrote: "I'm loving Meghan's Instagram. Such a cute and funny video." Another fan raved: "Meghan and Harry dancing to Baby Momma in the delivery suite is the most sweetest, un-royal, cutest video."
The clip, which was filmed in 2018, shows Prince Harry coming into view as the viral song Baby Mama begins to play. Meghan then starts dancing around the room, twerking in front of a hospital bed while Prince Harry looks on.
In her Instagram post, Meghan wrote: "Four years ago today, this also happened. Both of our children were a week past their due dates… so when spicy food, all that walking, and acupuncture didn’t work - there was only one thing left to do!"
The video has sparked a heated debate about whether the Duchess of Sussex is pushing her luck with these sorts of posts. Some fans are questioning whether this type of content is really suitable for a royal couple.
But Meghan isn't just stopping at Instagram videos. She's also been sharing intimate family photos on social media, including two previously unseen snaps of Lilibet with Prince Harry. One picture shows the Duke holding his daughter's hand as they walk along a sandy road barefoot in the sunshine, while another image shows Harry holding Lilibet as a baby while they look at each other.
Meghan wrote: "The sweetest bond to watch unfold. Daddy's little girl and favorite adventurer. Happy birthday Lili!"
But the Duchess of Sussex has been accused of being insensitive by sharing photos that could compromise her daughter's privacy. A royal aide told The Scholarly Note.com: "Meghan is pushing the boundaries of what is considered acceptable for a member of the Royal Family."
And it seems Meghan isn't just trying to be seen as relatable – she's also trying to build a brand with her daughter. In an interview on her podcast, Meghan revealed that she'd like to launch a future business venture with Lilibet.
"I wonder if one day I'll be in business with Lili and we'll be building something," the Duchess said, with Beyoncé's mother Tina Knowles adding: "That's the best."
It seems Meghan is determined to make her mark on the royal family – whether they like it or not. And it looks like she's going to keep pushing the boundaries of what is considered acceptable for a member of the Royal Family.
The Backstory Behind Lilibet's Name
Lilibet, who was born in 2021, was named after her great-grandmother Queen Elizabeth II. But the late Queen reportedly wasn't as pleased with the name as one might expect. According to royal author Robert Hardman, a member of staff recounted that Elizabeth II was "as angry as I'd ever seen her" following Harry and Meghan's announcement about using the nickname Lilibet for their daughter.
The BBC reported that Palace sources claimed the Queen wasn't asked by the Sussexes whether they could use the name, while Harry and Meghan insisted they had spoken to the monarch beforehand. The controversy surrounding the naming of their daughter has sparked a wider debate about the boundaries between the Royal Family and the media.
The Impact on the Royal Family
Meghan's behavior has been criticized for undermining the traditional values of the Royal Family. Some have accused her of trying to be too relatable, while others have criticized her for pushing the boundaries of what is considered acceptable for a member of the Royal Family.
But Meghan isn't just sparking controversy with her social media posts – she's also making waves with her plans to build a business with Lilibet. The Duchess has been accused of trying to use her daughter as a way to boost her own brand, and some have questioned whether this is really what parents should be doing.
In the end, it seems Meghan Markle will keep on pushing the boundaries of what is considered acceptable for a member of the Royal Family. Whether you love her or hate her, one thing is certain: Meghan's got everyone talking – and she's not going to let anyone quiet her down anytime soon!
