Americas “I’m Sussex Now”: Meghan Markle’s Correction to Mindy Kaling Goes Viral

Meghan Markle corrected actress Mindy Kaling for repeatedly using her maiden name, stating, “You know I’m Sussex now.” The moment, captured in Meghan’s Netflix show With Love, Meghan, sparked online debate, with supporters applauding her stance and critics questioning her insistence on using a royal title post-Megxit.

During an episode of her Netflix show With Love, Meghan, Meghan Markle gently corrected actress Mindy Kaling, who repeatedly referred to her by her maiden name. The Duchess of Sussex clarified, “You know I’m Sussex now,” emphasizing that she shares the name with her husband and children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. Meghan later explained in an interview that adopting "Sussex" as a family name holds deep sentimental value for her and Prince Harry.

The moment quickly went viral, sparking mixed reactions online. Supporters praised Meghan for embracing her royal title, while critics dismissed her correction as unnecessary, arguing that "Sussex" is a title, not a surname. Social media was flooded with opinions, with some users cringing at her insistence, while others defended her right to choose how she is addressed. The conversation around Meghan’s identity and her ties to the royal family continues to divide public opinion.