Meghan Markle faces backlash for sharing Lilibet’s photos to promote Netflix series

Meghan Markle is facing criticism after sharing rare images of her daughter, Lilibet, as part of the promotion for her upcoming Netflix series, With Love, Meghan.

The Duchess of Sussex posted photos and video clips of the three-year-old spending time with tennis star Serena Williams, sparking debate over her use of private family moments for marketing purposes.

The images, shared on March 1 via Instagram Stories, showed Lilibet dressed in a pink top and floral leggings while playing the board game Candy Land with Williams. Markle captioned the video, “When the aunties come to celebrate… and to play! Love you @serenawilliams,” with Bill Withers’ Lovely Day playing in the background.

While the footage initially appeared to be a heartwarming family moment, controversy arose when Markle linked it to her Netflix project. She added, “Three days until the party begins. All are invited ❤️ @Netflix,” concluding the post with a black-and-white photo of her embracing Williams.

Critics argue that Markle’s decision contradicts her previous stance on keeping her children out of the public eye. Many believe the move reflects an attempt to control her public image amid ongoing scrutiny, particularly following recent PR challenges, including criticism over her rebranded lifestyle company, As Ever.

The backlash follows remarks from high-profile commentators, with some drawing comparisons between Markle and Princess Diana. Meanwhile, Serena Williams reshared the video with heart emojis, showing her support. Markle has yet to address the criticism, leaving many wondering how she will respond to the growing scrutiny.