Meghan Markle's "Grandma" Moment on Netflix Series Sparks Social Media Reaction

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, recently shared a candid moment on the second season of her Netflix show, "With Love, Meghan," where she discussed what she misses about living in the UK. One particular mention of the local radio station, Magic FM, caught the attention of her friend Tan France, star of Queer Eye, who playfully teased her by calling it a “grandma station.” Meghan humorously embraced the comment, responding with, “I’ll be that grandma,” which led to the exchange going viral on social media, inviting both mockery and conversation about her choice.

Magic FM, initially launched as Melody FM in 1990, is known for easy listening and soft rock music. The station has undergone rebranding as Magic Radio, with a playlist encompassing songs from the 1980s to the 2010s, featuring various presenters. In her conversation with France, Meghan also mentioned that she enjoys a US radio station called “Mom Jeans,” which features a mix of soft and classic rock music. This playful moment occurred while Meghan reflected on the challenges of parenthood alongside a career, revealing that the toughest aspect of her busy schedule is being away from her children. She shared that there was a stretch of almost three weeks when she was not with them, which took a toll on her well-being.

However, this light-hearted radio anecdote seems to have overshadowed much of the series' broader publicity. Critics have not held back in expressing their thoughts on "With Love, Meghan," with some outlets describing it as lacking substance. For instance, The Telegraph criticized it as “more tone-deafness from the Montecito Marie Antoinette,” while The Guardian labeled it “boring and contrived.” The series features various celebrities, including Chrissy Teigen and Gaby Roslin, who join Meghan for cooking and lifestyle discussions. Interestingly, it has also garnered attention due to the absence of Prince Harry, as Meghan reflects on her past experiences as a working royal in other media appearances, revealing how restricted she felt at that time.