Loose Women star Janet Street-Porter has spoken out in support of Meghan Markle following her father’s latest comments made during a bombshell interview
Janet Street-Porter told her Loose Women co-stars she “felt sorry” for Meghan Markle following her estranged family’s decision to speak about the duchess in an explosive interview.
Meghan’s father, Thomas Markle, her sister Samantha and brother Thomas Jnr sat down with Australia’s 7NEWS Spotlight on Sunday to share all about their estranged relative.
The bombshell interview was the topic of conversation on Tuesday’s episode of the ITV panel show with Janet defending the duchess over her decision to keep her distance from certain family members.
She began: “I had a very difficult relationship with my sister and then I thought her behaviour was quite challenging at times but I did forgive her towards the end of her life.
“But with this particular interview with the Markles, I find it very spiteful and they can only be motivated by spite and maliciousness, there can be no other reason.”
Janet Street-Porter defended Meghan Markle ( Image:ITV)
Janet continued: “I’ve never put myself as a big fan of Meghan Markle but I feel sorry for her now that she’s got these uncontrollable relatives and they really are uncontrollable.”
Janet noted that despite the interview airing in Australia “it’s been picked up online and you can see it easily and that’s the problem”.
Host Ruth Langsford remarked: “He claims it’s his last interview,” as Janet and Denise Welch both added: “It’s not going to work.”
The Loose Women host questioned why Thomas would continue to give interviews if he truly wanted to reconcile with his daughter.
The panel discussed the topic of forgiveness ( Image:ITV)
He added: “I refuse to be buried by her.”
Thomas did not attend his daughter’s wedding and, in 2018, leaked part of one of her private letters to Associated Newspapers Limited.
Meghan later sued the publisher for reproducing parts of the letter.
In their Netflix documentary series Harry & Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex opened up on learning her father wouldn’t be attending her wedding from a TMZ report.
“The unravelling happened that week when he wouldn’t pick up my call,” Meghan said. “And instead you’re talking to TMZ . And I’m finding out that you’re not coming to our wedding through a tabloid.”
Janet Street-Porter’s defense of Meghan Markle in light of her family’s recent interview is a reminder of the challenges that can come with estranged family members. It’s clear that Meghan’s decision to distance herself from certain relatives stems from a place of self-preservation and protection.
The interview with Meghan’s father, sister, and brother only serves to highlight the toxic dynamics within their family. It’s unfortunate that they have chosen to air their grievances in such a public manner, causing further harm to Meghan and adding unnecessary drama to her life.
While forgiveness is often seen as a noble act, it’s important to consider whether reconciliation is truly possible in situations where trust has been broken repeatedly. Meghan’s father’s refusal to let go of his grievances and move forward only perpetuates the cycle of pain and betrayal.
It’s evident that Meghan has had to navigate complex family dynamics in the public eye, facing scrutiny and judgment at every turn. Her resilience in the face of adversity is commendable, and serves as a reminder that we all have the right to set boundaries and protect our well-being, even if it means distancing ourselves from toxic relationships.
As we continue to follow Meghan’s journey, let us remember to approach the topic with empathy and understanding, recognizing the complexities of family dynamics and the importance of prioritizing our own mental and emotional health. Let’s show support for Meghan as she navigates these challenging circumstances with grace and dignity.
