Meghan Markle was criticized for an “absolutely bad taste” attitude that coincided with a difficult day for the Royal Family.
Over the weekend, Meghan made an appearance at Oprah Winfrey’s book club session in California.
She attended the event on the eve of the second anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s death.
Speaking to GB News, royal biographer Richard Fitzwilliam called it a “terrible mistake”.
He said: “I think it was an absolutely terrible choice of venue to perform, especially on a very special anniversary.
“I mean, we all know when Meghan and Harry did the Oprah interview, which is infamous.
“Although they didn’t plan it, when the interview aired, Prince Philip was in hospital. We know he died soon after.
“We also know that the interview was like blowing up a nuclear weapon in the courtyard of Buckingham Palace.
“What is remembered is that the Queen’s comments. ‘Some recollections may vary’ sums it up pretty well. But it was an absolutely tawdry place to be seen.
“We know Meghan and Oprah are friends, but to be seen in a place that brought back memories of that interview on that anniversary is just extraordinary.”
During the book club meeting, Meghan said: “I’m looking at this moment as my chapter of joy.
“The more you can look at your life and really acknowledge and be grateful for it, the more you have to be grateful for every aspect of it.
“My intention is to enjoy this chapter and be able to love every part of it as best I can.”
Oprah Winfrey interviewed Meghan and Prince Harry in 2021, when they made a series of critical comments about their time in the Royal Family.