'Grift is so strong': Internet trolls Meghan Markle, Prince Harry as they give speech at The Kinsey Collection which features Black art

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's recent appearance at an exhibition showcasing Black art and history has ignited a firestorm of criticism on social media, as per Daily Mail.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex took the stage at the Kinsey African American Art and History Collection's event in Los Angeles, delivering a speech that has drawn the ire of internet trolls and critics alike.

The couple's involvement in the event, which aims to celebrate and honor the contributions of African Americans in art and history, has reignited accusations of opportunism and "grifting" leveled against them by their detractors.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry took center stage at Kinsey Collection's event

Markle, adorned in a Carolina Herrera floral-embroidered wool cape valued at £4,800, joined Harry, who opted for a smart suit paired with an open-necked white shirt. Their presence at the event, captured in an Instagram video shared by screenwriter Matheos Coelho, showcased their support for the cultural significance of the collection.

During the event, Markle shared insights, expressing, "I thought oh my gosh, the extension of that can mean you're vocal about your success, they'll see you and say you deserved it. And hopefully you get to that place... so a huge thanks to the Kinsey family of course for not just having this incredible..."

Media personality Shaun Robinson shared images of the couple on her Instagram story, captioning, "Thank you Duke & Duchess of Sussex and @thearchewellorganization for supporting the @kinseycollection."

Another story depicted a panel discussion, with Robinson adding, "Great discussion last night supported by @thearchewellorganization and Duke & Duchess of Sussex."

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's appearance comes amid challenges in royal family

The appearance of Harry and Markle at The Kinsey Collection comes amidst personal and public challenges within the royal family. While Harry's father, King Charles III, continues cancer treatment, the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, recently disclosed her own battle with the illness.

Against this backdrop, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex persist in their efforts to engage with societal issues and pursue their entrepreneurial ventures. Markle introduced a fresh venture named American Riviera Orchard last week, centered on home, garden, food, and lifestyle products.

Internet trolls Meghan Markle and Prince Harry

The internet was quick to react, with users accusing the couple of being "grifters" and questioning their motives for attending The Kinsey Collection event in Los Angeles. One individual on X remarked, "Oh, the grift is so strong with these two." Another commenter echoed this sentiment, simply branding them as "Grifters…"

One user dismissed the significance of their actions, stating, "Who cares? Giving speeches in what capacity? They’re nobodies and nobody gives a crap what they have to say." Similarly, another detractor exclaimed, "Enough with these dreadful two for a while."

Another critic questioned Meghan's sudden interest in Black history, suggesting, "What is her obsession with Black history all of a sudden? She spent all of her time with white people & claimed to be Caucasian on employee records. Both are grifters!"

Meanwhile, a user expressed apathy towards the couple's endeavors, bluntly stating, "Who gives a …. what these 2 grifters do!"

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