Meghan Markle is once again at the center of royal controversy — and this time, critics say she’s gone too far. In what many are calling a calculated attempt to steal the spotlight from Prince Louis,

the Duchess of Sussex has sparked backlash over an eyebrow-raising interview filled with questionable claims about her son, Archie.

The timing couldn’t be more suspicious. As the royal family celebrated young Prince Louis’s birthday with official photos and warm public messages, Meghan appeared in a surprise media feature where she made a series of bold, emotional statements about raising Archie — statements that many royal watchers and commentators are calling nothing short of bizarre.

“She’s certifiable!” blasted one royal insider, reacting to Meghan’s claims that Archie, now just five years old, is already “writing poetry,” “questioning global injustice,” and “planning a future in activism.” Critics say the interview was clearly designed to distract from the royal family’s celebrations and draw attention back to Meghan — and it worked.

Social media exploded with reactions, many mocking the over-the-top nature of Meghan’s statements and accusing her of once again using her children for publicity. “She’s using Archie like a PR tool,” one commenter posted. “Let Louis have his moment. This is beyond petty.”

Piers Morgan, never one to hold back, weighed in too, calling the interview “another self-serving fantasy from the Queen of Delusion” and accusing Meghan of pushing exaggerated — if not outright false — narratives to boost her image.

The royal camp, though silent as usual, is reportedly fuming. Insiders claim Prince William and Princess Catherine were “deeply hurt” by the clear attempt to pull focus from their son’s birthday. One source even stated that “this wasn’t a coincidence — it was a message.”

This isn’t the first time Meghan has been accused of upstaging the royal family. From surprise pregnancy announcements during major royal events to interviews timed with key royal milestones, she and Prince Harry have been repeatedly criticized for what some see as media manipulation.

But this time, critics say Meghan crossed a line by dragging Archie into the chaos.

Supporters of Meghan argue that she has every right to share her experiences as a mother and that the attacks are part of the ongoing smear campaign against her. But even some neutral observers admit the interview felt “oddly timed” and “attention-seeking.”

With the rift between the Sussexes and the rest of the royal family growing ever deeper, stunts like this may only serve to widen the divide. Whether Meghan’s latest move was intentional or not, the damage is done — and public opinion is once again split down the middle.

One thing is clear: for Meghan Markle, controversy is never far behind.