Meghan Markle reportedly faced unexpected media overshadowing after Prince William made a surprise TV appearance that drew widespread attention. Observers say the timing coincided with Meghan’s latest project, fueling online chatter, though neither party has commented.

Despite numerous reports of competition for attention between the two, the most recent event that caused a stir was the surprise appearance of Prince William and Princess Kate at the 2026 BAFTA Awards on February 22, 2026. This event took place shortly after Meghan Markle attended a charity gala in Los Angeles on February 11, where she received much praise for her fashion sense.
Key points related to this event include:
The surprise appearance at the BAFTA: William and Kate made an unannounced appearance on the red carpet in London, marking their first joint attendance at the event in three years. This event attracted enormous international media attention, especially in the context of the family crisis related to the arrest of her uncle, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

Meghan Markle’s reaction: According to sources close to her, Meghan felt “left out” and worried that William and Kate’s upcoming trip to the US in late 2026 would overshadow her presence in the country.

Digital platform competition: Earlier, in late 2025, William also surprised everyone by appearing in a promotional clip for the series “The Reluctant Traveler” on Apple TV+. Some reports suggest Meghan was furious, feeling this was a deliberate attempt to overshadow her new lifestyle content on Netflix.