The former Game of Thrones star didn’t hold back when asked about “Hollywood privilege” and authenticity in celebrity activism — and fans were quick to connect the dots back to Meghan.
Turner, who has recently returned to the spotlight following her high-profile divorce and acting comeback, sat down for a candid podcast interview where she discussed what she called “performative behavior” in the entertainment industry. Though she didn’t name names, viewers and social media users were convinced she was referring to Meghan Markle.
“I just can’t stand when people claim they’re fighting for causes, but it’s really just about staying in the headlines,” Turner said. “Some people use charity like a brand, not a belief. It’s disingenuous.”
While the actress didn’t directly mention Meghan, fans quickly pointed out the timing of her remarks — just days after Meghan’s new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, launched with an elaborate PR campaign. Critics accused the Duchess of using “soft luxury” branding and charitable causes to stay relevant rather than actually making a difference.
It didn’t take long for royal watchers to react — and according to sources close to Meghan, the Duchess did not take the comments lightly.
“Meghan is fuming,” one insider said. “She feels blindsided and believes Sophie’s comments were a calculated move to humiliate her publicly. Meghan has worked hard to re-establish herself in Hollywood and sees this as an unnecessary, mean-spirited attack.”
Another source added, “She’s especially upset because she thought they were friendly. Meghan and Sophie have crossed paths at several industry events, and Meghan always viewed her as an ally, not a critic.”
Sophie Turner’s fans, however, are backing the actress, applauding her for speaking her mind. Many praised her for calling out what they see as a growing trend of celebrities attaching themselves to social causes purely for self-promotion.