Meghan Markle’s ‘pointed remark’ on new ‘confusing’ surname speaks volumes

Meghan Markle’s Netflix show has certainly raised eyebrows – not least because of the declaration about her surname.

The show, called With Love, Meghan, has faced savage criticism for its cooking and hosting tips – but in one telling moment with pal Mindy Kaling, the Duchess of Sussex corrects the actress regarding her name.

As the pair discuss fast food in the second episode, Mindy says: “People wouldn’t believe that Meghan Markle ate at Jack in the Box.” To which Meghan replies: “It’s so funny, too, that you keep saying Meghan Markle. You know I’m Sussex now. You have kids, and you go, ‘now I share my name with my children’…I didn’t know how meaningful it would be to me, but it just means so much to go ‘this is our family name, our little family name’.”






Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet


Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet
(
ARCHWELL)

Meghan also doubled down on the name in an interview with PEOPLE magazine saying how meaningful the name Sussex was to her, while in an upcoming chat on the Drew Barrymore Show, Meghan is referred to as ‘Meghan Sussex’. And according to royal expert Jennie Bond, the moment she interrupted Mindy in the Netflix show was a very telling moment.

The former BBC royal correspondent told the Mirror : “I thought it was rather a pointed remark to make so publicly to a friend – she could have just halted the filming for a moment and privately corrected her guest. But she makes a fair argument: that some women feel it’s important for the family to have a shared surname.

“As it happens, I don’t. I’ve never understood why a woman should be expected to change her name just because she marries. But I’m probably in the minority.” Jennie explained that despite some arguing that Meghan should not use the Sussex name, she is entitled to do so – and is actually carrying on a long-standing royal tradition.






Harry and Meghan became the Duke and Duchess of Sussex on their wedding day


Harry and Meghan became the Duke and Duchess of Sussex on their wedding day
(
AFP via Getty Images)

She added: “She’s perfectly entitled to use the name Sussex, just as other royal brides have adopted part of their titles as a surname, for example, Sophie Wessex. It’s all rather confusing really, especially as titles change, either when someone dies or a new title is bestowed.

“The official royal surname for the late Queen’s descendants is Mountbatten-Windsor. But Prince George and his siblings were actually called Cambridge at school, and now Wales. Harry and William adopted the surname Wales in their military careers.

“So Meghan is quite within her rights to adopt a married name of Sussex and also use this for the children. I don’t think she’s particularly trying to cling to her royal connections – more that she is celebrating the bond with her husband and children.”

The late Queen granted Harry and Meghan the titles Duke and Duchess of Sussex following their wedding in 2018. Before Harry’s father Charles becoming King, their children Archie and Lilibet used Mountbatten-Windsor as their last name – but when he ascended to the throne, they became Prince Archie of Sussex and Princess Lilibet of Sussex. Now, informally, they go by Archie Sussex and Lilibet Sussex.

“It’s our shared name as a family, and I guess I hadn’t recognized how meaningful that would be to me until we had children,” Meghan told People. “I love that that is something that Archie, Lili, H and I all have together. It means a lot to me.

“I think as the kids get older, they’re so excited about, ‘Oh my gosh, Mama and Papa, how did you meet?’ I think that will come with time as they get older, but for right now a huge part of our love story is that we share the name Sussex.”

Get the inside scoop on the monarchy with Mirror Royal

WHATSAPP GROUP: Be first to get the biggest royal bombshells and exclusives to your phone by joining our Royal WhatsApp here. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.

Denise Welch reacts as son Matty Healy’s The 1975 unveiled as Glastonbury headliner

Denise Welch, the mother of Loose Women, expressed her joy over the band’s appearance at the Glastonbury Festival this summer.

The full lineup was revealed today, including Neil Young, Charli xcx, Alanis Morissette, Biffy Clyro, Doechii, RAYE, Sir Rod Stewart, and more headlining. Denise, a proud mother, shared her excitement over the announcement on Instagram with her stories and photos.

Denise wrote: “Look who’s headlining on the Friday! ” in a picture of the line-up poster, which depicts Matty’s band performing on the Pyramid Stage. “Popping out to purchase some wellies” She also wrote, “I guess I’ll be going to my first UK festival! ” in the caption of the same image. “!

Fans shared the same enthusiasm as Denise, with one saying, “Proud mom moment for sure!!!” So exciting!!!”! Another person said, “Oh my heart, I’m having a joyful meltdown!” It’s about bloody time this happened, a happy user said! One user wrote, “They are really returning in style.”

Denise Welch and Matty Healy
Matty and his band Glastonbury performed by Denise and shared their pride.

Many people are excited for The 1975 to take the stage, but some are disappointed by the lineup announcement and took to social media to express their disappointment with the big names performing this summer. One user criticized Glastonbury on X/Twitter, “Oh my Lord, they have had a mare with them headliners.”

Another disappointed fan wrote, “As usual, all the decent stuff is well down the bill, but my god those headliners are shocking for the biggest festival in the country,” “But my god, those headliners are shocking.” Another jibed, “Best thing about this is the design of it,” in response to the third comment, “Worst line up ever.” Some fans, as one song titled “Selling x3 glastonbury 2025 tickets,” made a similar pledge shortly after the lineup was announced. For more details, contact me. Another wrote, “Selling 1 Glastonbury ticket.”

Glastonbury line-up poster
On Friday, The 1975 will be performing.
Denise Welch and Matty Healy
Denise announced that she would attend her “first UK festival” (GC Images).

Due to previous confirmation that the festival will be canceled for a fallow year, organizers have already confirmed that this year’s festival will be remembered by festivalgoers. There will be a resale in April, though, for those who didn’t purchase tickets during the first two sales rounds. Tickets that were purchased but haven’t yet made a payment will be canceled for those who have already done so. You will be automatically able to participate in the resale if you have already registered your information with Glastonbury.

This year’s price is $373.50, plus a £5 booking fee. Postage and packing are additional £10.25 while this is not included.

Follow Mirror Celebs on Threads, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok.

Paddy McGuinness says ‘I have no money’ as he addresses Christine McGuinness divorce

In a joke about how his divorce from Christine McGuinness left him without money, Patrick McGuinness addressed the situation.

After being married for more than ten years, the comedian and the TV star, both 51 and 36, announced their divorce in 2022. They now have three children with them.

However, the former Top Gear host made endearing remarks during an Irish comedian’s podcast this week called “The 2 Johnnies.”

When Paddy inquired about how his new stand-up show was going, he responded, “It’s a different style of show, but I’ve just started the second leg and it’s been going really well.”

Just before I leave, I start to feel like asking, “F***, why are we doing this?” And then I remember that I had a divorce… Oh no, that’s why! I don’t have any money. But to be honest, it has been extremely successful.

The former Take Me Out star made a similar joke on stage last year at a Blackburn show last year, and the divorce joke caused a lot of laughter among the audience members. A source at the time claimed that The Sun Christine was “disappointed” and shocked” that he had made such a reference to her.

This week, Paddy joked about the separation of his ex-partner on the podcast.
Paddy McGuinness
Paddy claims that he still feels anxious before a show (Dave Benett/Getty Images for Just Eat).

She was shocked and horrified to be a laughing stock, the source continued, “She didn’t know Paddy was going to make her the butt of his jokes and was shocked that he did.”

Paddy explained to The 2 Johnnies how comedy had changed recently and how nervous he was when he was performing.

He said, “It has been about eight years since I last went on tour properly, and going back is very seductive when things are going well. And it gives off a lovely vibe.

“But the days are gone, with just you and a microphone.” Everything can be taken out of context in this day and age, as well as when I was last out there, this day and age, and you are racked with worry and everything else.

Paddy and Christine got married in 2011, but they later made joint statements on Instagram about their breakup. They stated, “At some point, we made the difficult choice to separate, but our main goal is always to continue supporting and loving our children.”

They continued, “We’re going to be the best parents we can be for our three beautiful children, though this wasn’t an easy decision.” We’ll always be a loving family, and we’ll still live happily together in our shared home.

Dolly Parton ‘comforted by afterlife’ after devastating death of husband Carl Dean

After her husband’s passing, Dolly Parton is said to find solace in the afterlife.

The country legend, 78, announced the passing of her devoted husband, 82, earlier this week. Carl, the composer of the hit Jolene, passed away in Nashville, Tennessee, it was announced. Dean’s death has not yet been determined. Carl and I had many wonderful years together. Words cannot adequately express the love we have shared for more than 60 years. Parton expressed gratitude for his prayers and sympathy in a statement.

Dolly has previously stated that her belief in the afterlife first emerged as a result of an unanticipated paranormal encounter when she was a young child. When Dolly and her family went to bed at their home in Sevierville, Tennessee, they noticed a presence approaching their front door, which caused them to awaken.

“The door was still obstructed from the inside and locked.” She previously claimed that my brother, who had been lying on the couch, felt a “fingernail breeze” as if someone had passed close by him. Just four days after his birth, Larry, Dolly’s younger brother, tragically passed away.

Carl Dean’s passing was tragically announced by Dolly Parton earlier this week (Dolly Parton).

A “death angel” may have come back into her home, according to her mother. Dolly has also had paranormal encounters with this, though. She previously claimed that one night, while the cabinets were open and the water was running, she heard noises in her kitchen. Dolly assumed Judy’s arrival in her home was sooner than expected.

Later, she heard footsteps scurry up the stairs, but as soon as she entered her bathroom, the hot water started to go awry. “Carl came running out of fear as I screamed in shock!” That was a difficult faucet to turn on, and the water would always take a while to heat up. Dolly told Radar, “I was terrified.

She claimed that it “made me feel that much more certain that there are spirits and angels with us” despite being unable to explain the events. You must figure it out, I promise. Stella, Dolly’s sister, has taken to X, formerly Twitter, to share an update following Carl’s passing.

The singer is believed to be comforted by the thought of the afterlife
The singer’s mother is said to find solace in the idea of the afterlife (AP).

We appreciate your prayers at this time, Stella said in response to my sister Dolly, our family, and Carl’s family. In 1966, Dolly and Carl got married, and the couple had a historically unconventional union. Despite decades of marriage, the couple never had children, and Carl was more than happy to let Dolly take center stage of their long relationship.

In the past, Dolly addressed her and Carl’s pair of two and explained how they believed in fate despite the fact that they were open to having children. God has a strategy for everything, according to the Bible. I believe that he intended for me to avoid having children so that I could have them all. The 11-time Grammy Award winner said on the Today Show in 2017 that “they are now.”

Dolly confirmed Carl’s death will be a private family service while announcing his passing. She stated that Dolly Parton’s husband, Carl Dean, passed away on March 3rd in Nashville at the age of 82. He will be interred in a private ceremony with immediate family present. His siblings, Sandra and Donnie, left him. Carl and I had many wonderful years together. Words cannot adequately express the love we have shared for more than 60 years. I appreciate your compassion and prayers. In this challenging time, the family has requested privacy.

This story, do you like? Follow Mirror Celebs on TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTubeandThreads for more latest news and gossip.

Next’s ‘very flattering’ £24 summer dress can be ‘dressed up or down’

Next-day shoppers are expressing their love for a “very flattering” summer dress that can be dressed up or down for any occasion. One dress is a fan favorite, despite the fact that the store is well known for its versatile range of clothing, accessories, and footwear.

The next-gen 100% cotton short-sleeved T-shirt summer dress is available in four colors, including plum purple, khaki green, navy blue/white stripes, and black. The dress is available in regular and petite lengths, as well as in sizes 6 through 22.

This casual black T-shirt dress, which features a crewneck collar, twist detail at the waist, and a midi-length, is described as “made of breathable cotton.” ideal for everyday wear or as a holiday cover-up.

A “must have for your garden” in the form of a “super comfy” $ 55 hanging egg chair.

READ MORE: Home Bargains’ “£3.49 “little pot of joy” aids in easy sleep.

The Next dress has received a number of glowing reviews online, earning it an overall rating of four stars. One person referred to them as “very flattering relaxed dress.” fitting fitting . Great for a vacation but very thin material. daytime or as a nighttime outfit.

“Lovely dress and great length,” a second customer wrote. I bought it for the summer, so I only tried it on. I’ve already ordered the navy striped one because I like it so much. No need for tights; very comfortable to wear.

A third person continued, “I only wanted the khaki version of this dress, but I also wanted the black one. I’m so happy I succeeded. Very flattering for someone who is so aware of my tummy area. looks fantastic in either a casual or formal outfit. It has a great deal of interest, and the twist detail only adds a little.

Summer Dress with Short Sleeves in 100% Cotton (Next)

I can’t recommend these enough and I’m very pleased with both color combinations. I’m so pleased I read the comments about these dresses, which, in my opinion, will get a lot of wear compared to other dresses that initially seemed like a good buy because of how versatile they are.

A fourth enthralled buyer said, “I love the fit and the description are both. Good, light, and casual clothing. can be dressed down or up. While a fifth person added, “I love this dress, it’s very comfortable, and looks really nice on.” It comes in three colors, exactly. Perfect length for a size 14 and a 5′ 5in. This dress is definitely something I would suggest.

Another user wrote, “Great length on me, 5 feet 4, mid-calf. Very flattering on the tummy area. Normal sizing was not required to be increased or decreased.

Some customers, however, shared their opinions in the reviews and were less pleased with the outfit. Was not flattering or a good fit, according to one person. The material was very stiff.

A second claimed the dress was “completely see through,” while a third added that the dress’s overall design and the center’s twist are both lovely but the material is terrible.

“Creased on taking out the bag,” “I can’t imagine how you could fix it.” It would have been ideal if there had been softer smother material.

A number of retailers also have summer-appropriate styles in stock. Debenhams sells Dorothy Perkins Floral Sweetheart Neckline Midi Dress for less than £32.40 while New Look sells the Green Crinkled Gingham Check Midi Dress for just £25.99. The Pink Floral Ruched Waist Maxi Dress is available for $48 elsewhere.

I’m A Celeb’s Danny Jones explains why wife ‘left home for a few days’ after jungle stint

Get Me Out of Here Because I’m A Celebrity! Danny Jones, the actor who left the Australian jungle, revealed that his wife had left their home for a few days.

The McFly singer, who he recently spotted kissing at a BRIT Awards afterparty, took part in the reality show last year and won. Danny’s family was moving house, and his wife Georgia was left to pack up and move house on her own while he spent his weeks in the jungle.

Danny mentioned how difficult it was for his wife at the beginning of the year in a podcast episode that was released the day before his kiss with Maura. Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe discussed how their decade-long marriage had impacted their conversation on the Parenting Hell podcast.

While Danny was in Australia, Georgia, with whom he shares Cooper, was busy moving house, and the singer said he was surprised that Cooper was still with him. He stated on the podcast that when I returned, my wife said, “I just think I need to leave for a few days.”

Danny Jones and wife Georgia
After experiencing burnout, Georgia and her family left their house for a few days (Getty Images for the NTAs).
Danny Jones and Georgia
The comments were made a few days before his kiss with Maura (Dave Benett/Getty Images).

“I told you to just go get out of here.” And rest a few days” She was enthralled. She would not handle it anymore. And it was visible to me. You need to just need to leave, I told myself. He later claimed that her solo house move was “absolutely God tier” and that his wife was “amazing at making life less complicated” in the podcast.

Georgia previously discussed her exhaustion on The Word with Mum. She responded, “I was like, do you know what?” F*** it. I’ll attempt it. I must travel alone. I require silence. I can no longer hear people calling on me. I can’t. “I can’t do it,”

Maura Higgins and Danny Jones on I'm A Celebrity
(ITV/Shutterstock) He was spotted kissing Maura at a party after the Brits.

When Danny was in the jungle with “venoms in his pants,” she also revealed on her social media page that it was “a lot” for her to handle a month of solo parenting, moving, and working on her career. She made the decision to schedule a woodland retreat, and she kept fans informed.

She enjoyed spending time with herself while she was staying in a cabin in Shropshire. She enjoyed reading, taking nature, and taking in the scenery. I was going into the new year exhausted, Georgia said. I felt everything I didn’t want to in 2025. So I made the decision to go on a solo trip while I was still in Australia to push myself beyond my comfort zone and give me the break I needed.

Follow Mirror Celebs on Threads, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok.