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A source close to the Duchess of Sussex has taken aim at those criticising her video from Paris, apparently filmed close to where Princess Diana was involved in a fatal car crash in 1997

Meghan Markle has come in for heavy criticism for posting a video from her short trip to the French capital for Paris Fashion Week, in which she drove close to the site where Princess Diana was killed in a car crash.

And now a source close to the Duchess of Sussex has hit back at the backlash, saying it was “insensitive” to link the video to her late mother-in-law. Meghan posted the video on Saturday after attending a Balenciaga fashion show, in which she had her feet up on the car seat and then showed off the nearby sights. Many noted these included the Pont Alexandre III and the Pont des Invalides bridges, which are on the iconic River Seine.

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From the clip, it seems she was heading towards the Pont d’Alma bridge, which is next to the Pont d’Alma tunnel where Princess Diana, Dodi Fayed and their driver Henri Paul died in car crash August 1997.

Some royal fans and commentators alike were outraged by the video, with some online calling the clip “thoughtless” and “bewilderingly tasteless”. One even called the short video “insensitive beyond belief”.

But responding to reports about the Instagram story, a Sussex source told Newsweek : “They have chosen, at a complete stretch I might add, to draw the most tenuous, tenuous link between an Instagram post and the death of Harry’s mother. That for me is the insensitive bit.” The source also told Newsweek that Meghan did not know the underpass was nearby.

Meghan Markle caused a stir after making a dramatic appearance at Paris Fashion Week on a surprise trip to the French capital. The visit marked Meghan’s first trip to mainland Europe in three years, with Prince Harry nowhere to be seen.

Meghan travelled to Paris on Saturday, where she attended the Balenciaga show for their Spring/Summer 2026 womenswear design showcase, as she dressed head-to-toe in the iconic luxury brand.

Many asked why Meghan appeared at this particular show during the event, and it appears she is friends with the fashion designer Pierpaolo Piccioli – Balenciaga’s new creative director – who wore his designs when he previously worked at Valentino.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in support of Pierpaolo Piccioli, who recently assumed the role of creative director for the house, attended the Balenciaga show in Paris on Saturday night, according to a spokesman for the duchess.

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“This marks her first time back to the shows in over a decade. Over the years, the duchess has worn a number of designs by Pierpaolo. They have worked closely together collaborating on design for key moments on the world stage.

“She has long admired his craftsmanship and modern elegance, and tonight was no different. This evening reflects the culmination of many years of artistry and friendship, reflected in her support for his new creative chapter at Balenciaga.” The Mirror has reached out to Meghan’s representatives for comment.

A source close to the Duchess of Sussex has taken aim at those criticising her video from Paris, apparently filmed close to where Princess Diana was involved in a fatal car crash in 1997

Meghan Markle has come in for heavy criticism for posting a video from her short trip to the French capital for Paris Fashion Week, in which she drove close to the site where Princess Diana was killed in a car crash.

And now a source close to the Duchess of Sussex has hit back at the backlash, saying it was “insensitive” to link the video to her late mother-in-law. Meghan posted the video on Saturday after attending a Balenciaga fashion show, in which she had her feet up on the car seat and then showed off the nearby sights. Many noted these included the Pont Alexandre III and the Pont des Invalides bridges, which are on the iconic River Seine.

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From the clip, it seems she was heading towards the Pont d’Alma bridge, which is next to the Pont d’Alma tunnel where Princess Diana, Dodi Fayed and their driver Henri Paul died in car crash August 1997.

Some royal fans and commentators alike were outraged by the video, with some online calling the clip “thoughtless” and “bewilderingly tasteless”. One even called the short video “insensitive beyond belief”.

But responding to reports about the Instagram story, a Sussex source told Newsweek : “They have chosen, at a complete stretch I might add, to draw the most tenuous, tenuous link between an Instagram post and the death of Harry’s mother. That for me is the insensitive bit.” The source also told Newsweek that Meghan did not know the underpass was nearby.

Meghan Markle caused a stir after making a dramatic appearance at Paris Fashion Week on a surprise trip to the French capital. The visit marked Meghan’s first trip to mainland Europe in three years, with Prince Harry nowhere to be seen.

Meghan travelled to Paris on Saturday, where she attended the Balenciaga show for their Spring/Summer 2026 womenswear design showcase, as she dressed head-to-toe in the iconic luxury brand.

Many asked why Meghan appeared at this particular show during the event, and it appears she is friends with the fashion designer Pierpaolo Piccioli – Balenciaga’s new creative director – who wore his designs when he previously worked at Valentino.

A spokesman for the duchess said: “Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attended the Balenciaga show in Paris on Saturday night in support of Pierpaolo Piccioli, who recently assumed the role of creative director for the house.”

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“This marks her first time back to the shows in over a decade. Over the years, the duchess has worn a number of designs by Pierpaolo. They have worked closely together collaborating on design for key moments on the world stage.

“She has long admired his craftsmanship and modern elegance, and tonight was no different. This evening reflects the culmination of many years of artistry and friendship, reflected in her support for his new creative chapter at Balenciaga.” The Mirror has reached out to Meghan’s representatives for comment.

Rosie Jones and fellow comedian Lee Peart outlined their ordeal after a gang of three people mocked them before covering the friends in wine as they enjoyed an evening out

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Terrified Rosie Jones says she had wine thrown over her in what her friend called an “ableist and homophobic” attack on a train.

Rosie and fellow comedian Lee Peart were subjected to the assault while they were travelling together on Sunday in south London, weeks after she said she faces judgement from the public every day of her life. The TV star has ataxic cerebral palsy and was “mocked” by the group of three people before being covered in the drink.

The heartbreaking attack shared a video on his social media account of the aftermath. Speaking to the camera explained their ordeal on camera: “Here I am with one of my favourite people and look…” he said as the phone moved to show the pair covered in wine, still on their journey.

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“You know what that was from? Being attacked by ableist and homophobic a*******s.” Rosie then addressed the assault and went on: “Three people mocked both of our voices, threw wine at us. What a f*****g waste!”

Lee then told their followers: “This is the reality we are getting too now in this country where it’s like…. what’s going on?” In an update, he wrote on Instagram today: “Thank you for your lovely messages and we are both doing fine and yes we have reported it. The BTP took us home and were wonderful. Rosie Jones is a wonderful human.”

MirrorOnline have contacted the British Transport Police for comment and told us: “Officers were called to East Croydon railway station at around 10.30pm yesterday (5 October) following reports of a group of people abusing and assaulting other passengers on a train from Brighton to Victoria. Enquiries are ongoing, and anyone who witnessed anything or has any information is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 672 of 5 October.”

The comedian, who also identifies as gay, explained recently the daily struggles she goes through “People have been judging me for 34 years,” Rosie declares, “So I think I am the perfect host for a show like this because let me tell you, being gay, being disabled, being a woman, being a comedian means that people, strangers judge me all day, every day.

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“I know what that feels like. So when we go ‘let’s judge people’ everyone knows that I will give as good as I get. And whatever I ask you to do, you know I’ve received in turn which makes it a fun and inclusive place.”

Rosie revealed she had to get therapy after disgusting trolls targeted her over her participation in Channel 4’s Taskmaster. The star went on to explain that she sought help after meeting up with one of the trolls during the filming of her documentary Rosie Jones: Am I A R****d?.

She said “Doing that documentary took a toll on my mental health and I started therapy because of it, which I am so happy about. Financially it can be a problem, but I would say to anybody who can afford therapy to do it because your brain is the most important part of you and you don’t need to wait until you’re at rock bottom to check in on yourself.

“I even had a guy saying to me ‘What? You’re in therapy? You seem so happy?’ And I’m like, it’s not about whether I’m crying in the street, also you don’t know what’s going on in my head but at the moment it is maintenance making sure that I approach my job and life and relationships as the best possible version of myself and I can do that because I’m in therapy.”

She has also been forced to take regular social media breaks after the insults got too much. She previously said: “I was one of the only disabled people in my school. I created my confidence, personality and humour in order to survive. I had to be the first person to crack a joke about my disability because if I didn’t, somebody else did.”

Some 24% of the UK population are now recorded as having a disability, diversity, and inclusion have never been more important. “I’ve spent my childhood, my adulthood and now my career making people laugh to make sure they’re OK around me and my disability. Making the documentary was the time where I’ve gone, ‘Right, it’s not up to me to break the tension, it’s up to me to tell you how difficult my life is at times.’”

After a gang of three mocked them, Rosie Jones and fellow comedian Lee Peart described their ordeal and covered the friends in wine while enjoying an evening out.

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Terrified Rosie Jones says she had wine thrown over her in what her friend called an “ableist and homophobic” attack on a train.

Rosie and fellow comedian Lee Peart were subjected to the assault while they were travelling together on Sunday in south London, weeks after she said she faces judgement from the public every day of her life. The TV star has ataxic cerebral palsy and was “mocked” by the group of three people before being covered in the drink.

The heartbreaking attack posted a video of the aftermath to his social media account. According to the camera, “Here I am with one of my favorite people and look,” they said. He claimed as the phone began to show the pair, who were still traveling and covered in wine.

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You are aware of where that came from? being attacked by homophobic and ableist a*******s. After that, Rosie addressed the assault and continued, “Three people mocked both our voices and threw wine at us.” What a f*****g waste”!

Lee then told their followers: “This is the reality we are getting too now in this country where it’s like…. what’s going on?” In an update, he wrote on Instagram today: “Thank you for your lovely messages and we are both doing fine and yes we have reported it. The BTP took us home and were wonderful. Rosie Jones is a wonderful human.”

MirrorOnline have contacted the British Transport Police for comment and told us: “Officers were called to East Croydon railway station at around 10.30pm yesterday (5 October) following reports of a group of people abusing and assaulting other passengers on a train from Brighton to Victoria. Enquiries are ongoing, and anyone who witnessed anything or has any information is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 672 of 5 October.”

Being gay, disabled, being a woman, being a comedian, and being a comedian, according to the comedian, who also identifies as gay, “People have been judging me for 34 years”” Rosie says, “I think I am the ideal host for a show like this because, let me tell you, I am a comedian because being gay, being disabled, being a woman, being a comedian means that people, strangers judge me every day.

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I am aware of how that feels. Everyone is aware that I will give as good as I can when we go “let’s judge people,” so we can’t be bothered. And you can be sure that whatever I ask of you will be received in return, making it a welcoming and fun place.

After being vilely abused by trolls for her role in Channel 4’s Taskmaster, Rosie revealed she needed therapy. The actress continued to say that she needed assistance after meeting with a troll while filming Rosie Jones: Am I A R****d?

She stated, “Doing that documentary affected my mental health, and I started therapy because of it, which I am so happy about. It can be a problem financially, but I would advise anyone who has the money to seek therapy because it is so important to you and you don’t need to wait until you’re at rock bottom to check in on yourself.

What did a guy say to me when I even had him say? You’re receiving therapy, right? You seem so content, don’t you? And I’m like, “It’s not about whether I’m crying in the street, or whether I’m crying in the car, or whether I’m having a good time,” because I’m in therapy. “I’m not about whether I’m crying in the street.

After the insults became too frequent, she was also forced to take regular breaks on social media. She previously stated, “My school had one of the only students with disabilities.” To survive, I had to develop my self-assurance, personality, and sense of humor. Someone else should have laughed at my disability first, because I had to be the first to do so.

Diversity and inclusion have never been more important than when about 24% of the UK population is now categorized as having a disability. “I’ve spent my childhood, adulthood, and now my career making people laugh to make sure they’re okay with me and my disability. Right, it’s not up to me to break the tension; it’s up to me to tell you how difficult my life sometimes is. “Make the documentary is the time I’ve gone.”

Meghan Markle attended an after-party dinner in another eye-catching outfit after impressing with a top-notch Balenciaga show appearance at Paris Fashion Week.

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Meghan Markle’s dramatic appearance at Paris Fashion Week made shockwaves around the world.

And she didn’t just attend the star-studded Balenciaga show in the French capital – she also dropped by an after-party, swapping her all-white outfit for a black asymmetrical dress from the luxury fashion house, that showed off her back. Video was captured of Meghan leaving her $3,000 a night Hôtel Plaza Athénée to head to her to whisk her to the second event alongside her pal Markus Anderson. Footage also showed her arriving at the venue as well as coming back to her hotel after the bash.

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And Meghan’s body language expert Judi James claims she has “changed” from the one she previously displayed at the runway show.

She told the Mirror : “Meghan’s body language here makes a mood switch-up from the ‘Runway Royal’ look of the white outfit to something more movie queen Holly Golightly with this black one.

The backless aspect of this dress, which gives the camera-seeking drama, allows her to walk out and pose with her arms at her sides as she ushers the audience with a little on the back as she less poses and more in a controlling, confident mode from the front.

“But then, just as she closes in on her car, she suddenly turns her head around and poses in an all-star flirtatious pose, giving off an over-the-shoulder look typical on red carpets.

Meghan is close friends with the new creative director of Balenciaga, Pierpaolo Piccioli, and wore his designs when he previously worked at Valentino, as many people have asked why she attended this particular show.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, accompanied Pierpaolo Piccioli, who recently took over the role of creative director for the house, to the Balenciaga show in Paris on Saturday night, according to a spokesman for the duchess.

She hasn’t returned to the shows in more than ten years. The duchess has worn a number of Pierpaolo designs over the years. They have collaborated closely with one another on design for significant events in the world.

She has long admired his craftsmanship and contemporary elegance, and tonight was no exception. She supports his new creative chapter at Balenciaga, reflecting the culmination of many years of artistry and friendship.

Years after rumors began that there might be a rift between the two women, Meghan also had the chance to meet with former Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour.

Anna and Meghan had previously been rumored to be feuding, but they were later caught talking and telling each other, “Good to see you, girl.”

Before Wintour looked at Meghan’s outfit and uncharacteristically gushed, “Beautiful, Cherie,” the two exchanged kisses on both cheeks. You appear fantastic.

Meghan Markle attended an after-party dinner in another eye-catching outfit after impressing with a top-notch Balenciaga show appearance at Paris Fashion Week.

5 images to be viewed

Meghan Markle’s dramatic appearance at Paris Fashion Week made shockwaves around the world.

And she didn’t just attend the star-studded Balenciaga show in the French capital – she also dropped by an after-party, swapping her all-white outfit for a black asymmetrical dress from the luxury fashion house, that showed off her back. Video was captured of Meghan leaving her $3,000 a night Hôtel Plaza Athénée to head to her to whisk her to the second event alongside her pal Markus Anderson. Footage also showed her arriving at the venue as well as coming back to her hotel after the bash.

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And Meghan’s body language expert Judi James claims she has “changed” from the one she previously displayed at the runway show.

She told the Mirror : “Meghan’s body language here makes a mood switch-up from the ‘Runway Royal’ look of the white outfit to something more movie queen Holly Golightly with this black one.

The backless aspect of this dress, which gives the camera-seeking drama, allows her to walk out and pose with her arms at her sides as she ushers the audience with a little on the back as she less poses and more in a controlling, confident mode from the front.

“But then, just as she closes in on her car, she suddenly turns her head around and poses in an all-star flirtatious pose, giving off an over-the-shoulder look typical on red carpets.

Meghan is close friends with the new creative director of Balenciaga, Pierpaolo Piccioli, and wore his designs when he previously worked at Valentino, as many people have asked why she attended this particular show.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, accompanied Pierpaolo Piccioli, who recently took over the role of creative director for the house, to the Balenciaga show in Paris on Saturday night, according to a spokesman for the duchess.

She hasn’t returned to the shows in more than ten years. The duchess has worn a number of Pierpaolo designs over the years. They have collaborated closely with one another on design for significant events in the world.

She has long admired his craftsmanship and contemporary elegance, and tonight was no exception. She supports his new creative chapter at Balenciaga, reflecting the culmination of many years of artistry and friendship.

Years after rumors began that there might be a rift between the two women, Meghan also had the chance to meet with former Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour.

Anna and Meghan had previously been rumored to be feuding, but they were later caught talking and telling each other, “Good to see you, girl.”

Before Wintour looked at Meghan’s outfit and uncharacteristically gushed, “Beautiful, Cherie,” the two exchanged kisses on both cheeks. You appear fantastic.