Why NFL Legend Troy Aikman Isn't Mixing with Royal Neighbors

EXCLUSIVE: Troy Aikman Spills Tea on Royal Neighbors, Meghan Markle's Scathing Takedown of the Media

In a juicy interview with Us Weekly, former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman dished about his summer sojourn in Montecito, California - and it just so happens that he has some very famous neighbors. The legendary quarterback couldn't help but poke fun at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's proximity to his own property, quipping, "I don't think they're drinking much light beer" (his new brand, of course!).

Aikman, who's been enjoying the California sunshine with his family, confessed that despite being mere neighbors, he hasn't had a chance to meet the royal couple. "But they are there," he chuckled. "From what I can gather, anyone with a heartbeat knows they're out there." Ouch! It seems Aikman is more interested in sipping on his light beer than attending any royal gatherings.

"I would ask people to tell the truth," Meghan declared firmly, as if daring anyone to disagree. Her tone was unmistakable: she's had enough of being misrepresented by the media. And judging from her expression, it's clear that she feels "angry" about being constantly lied about. It seems like those years of dealing with royal protocol have taken a toll on her patience.

But what really got our attention was when Meghan dropped some serious shade at the British press. In response to Emma Grede's question about whether there were any changes she'd make to her public narrative, Meghan smirked mischievously and quipped, "Eight years is a long time, but not forever" - a clear reference to the time period when rumors about her relationship with Prince Harry first started circulating. Ooh, burn!

The Duchess also dished on how she's coped with the pressures of fame. According to Meghan, it's all about finding balance in life - and that includes spending quality time with her loved ones (specifically, her children, who are no doubt a source of strength for her). She confessed to indulging in some serious self-care: "A lot of self-work" has been done, she said, as well as regular hiking trips and romantic date nights with Harry.

But what really caught our eye was when Meghan took a subtle swipe at the royal family's restrictive protocol. Describing times in her life where she felt "not as empowered with my voice," she astutely noted that returning to social media (specifically Instagram, which she left behind after marrying Prince Harry) has been a liberating experience for her: "It was a great way to get my voice back." It's clear that Meghan is still very much in control of her narrative - and she won't let anyone silence her.

So there you have it, folks! The latest tea from the royal set - served hot with a side of sass. Stay tuned for more updates on this juicy scandal...