ROYAL FAMILY NEWSMeghan Markle's Lifestyle Career Questioned by Martha Stewart: 'It Doesn't Sort of Follow'
Martha Stewart questioned Meghan Markle’s transition into the lifestyle space after the Duchess of Sussex launched her Netflix series 'With Love, Meghan.'
Aug. 6 2026, Published 4:11 p.m. ET
Meghan Markle's move into the lifestyle space drew criticism from Martha Stewart, who questioned the Duchess of Sussex's career transition.
"If you're an actress, it's hard to then transition to a princess and then from a princess into a homemaking guru on a television show. It doesn't sort of follow. So go from there," Stewart said during her People cover story published on August 5.
The TV host shared her thoughts while discussing Markle's Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, which marked the former Suits actress' entry into food, entertaining, and home content.
Martha Stewart Recalled Briefly Meeting Meghan Markle
Martha Stewart shared her thoughts on Meghan Markle’s move from acting and royal life into the lifestyle world during her 'People' cover story.
Stewart also revealed that she recently crossed paths with Markle.
"We were both guests at a dinner party in California," Stewart said.
She continued, "And she had just gotten back from the palace. I didn't talk to her really more than to say a couple words, but I know she was talking about it."
Martha Stewart Previously Shared Advice for Meghan Markle's Lifestyle Brand
Martha Stewart shared her thoughts on Meghan Markle’s lifestyle brand and the importance of authenticity in the industry.
Months before her latest comments, Stewart spoke about Markle's move into the lifestyle space.
"Meghan I don’t really know very well, and I hope she knows what she’s talking about," the Martha & Snoop's Potluck Dinner Party alum told Yahoo Lifestyle in July 2025.
Stewart went on to share why credibility mattered to her when creating such content.
"Authenticity, to me, is everything, and to be authentic and knowledgeable about your subject matter is extremely important," she said.
Stewart also said she did not "mind" the idea of others following in her footsteps and wished them "good luck" as they built their own place in the industry.
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Meghan Markle Expanded Her Lifestyle Brand After Leaving Royal Duties
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry stepped down as senior working members of the royal family in 2020 before relocating to Montecito, California.
Meghan and Prince Harry stepped down as senior working members of the royal family in 2020 and later relocated to Montecito, California, where they focused on media projects through Archewell Productions and charitable work.
The couple released their Netflix documentary, Harry & Meghan, in 2022, followed by Meghan's lifestyle series, With Love, Meghan, in 2025.
The series ran for two seasons and featured a holiday special. In March, a spokesperson for the Sussexes told Variety that With Love, Meghan would continue as seasonal specials, though it was not renewed for a full third season.
Meghan Markle Shared Her Family's Dessert Rule
Meghan Markle shared her dessert rule for Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet during her appearance on 'MasterChef Australia.'
Per Hola! Magazine, Meghan shared her family's approach to dessert during a recent appearance on MasterChef Australia.
"If they say, 'Mama, can I have dessert?' We say, 'If you can pick it, you can have it,'" the Duchess of Sussex said.
When judge Sofia Levin asked if chocolate counted, Meghan laughed and clarified, "No, you can't pick chocolate, but you can pick a nice piece of fruit."
