Celebrity friendships are often scrutinized like full-blown relationships, and Meghan Markle has once again found herself at the center of online speculation this time over her close bond with longtime friend Markus Anderson. While Meghan has spent years learning how to live with rumors swirling around her personal life in California, this particular narrative refuses to fade, especially in the social media era, where every public appearance becomes instant fuel.
The Duchess of Sussex has faced relentless commentary ever since her relationship with Prince Harry changed the course of her life. Now settled in California, Meghan continues to be the subject of constant conjecture, ranging from the state of her marriage to whispered claims about her inner circle. One of the most persistent storylines involves Anderson, a man she has known for years and repeatedly described as nothing more than a close friend though critics seem unconvinced.
Online chatter about Meghan and Anderson has circulated across X, Reddit, and YouTube, often amplified whenever the two are seen together at high-profile events. Their appearances at public dinners and fashion shows have been dissected frame by frame, with skeptics insisting their dynamic looks “too close” to be platonic. That speculation reached a fever pitch in October 2025 when Meghan and Anderson attended Paris Fashion Week together. A single smiling photo of the pair reportedly racked up nearly 28,000 views alongside a provocative caption calling him “Meghan’s real husband.”
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Predictably, the comment section spiraled. Some critics accused Meghan of disrespecting her marriage to Prince Harry, while others went even further, floating baseless claims about her family life. None of those rumors were substantiated, and Meghan has consistently maintained that Anderson is simply a trusted friend. Still, in the court of public opinion, repetition often matters more than facts.
Social media users have made a pastime out of analyzing Meghan’s body language, expressions, and perceived “authenticity” in photos. One X user even compared images of Meghan with Anderson to those with Prince Harry, claiming there appeared to be more emotion in the former. The post implied Meghan craved status rather than love an accusation that echoes many of the long-standing narratives surrounding her since she entered royal life.
What often gets lost in the noise is that Meghan has never hidden the friendship. Before scaling back her social media presence, she openly shared moments with Anderson online. Several of those posts were later compiled by People, including a 2016 birthday tribute where Meghan wrote, “What would I do without you, my loving, supportive, and endlessly fun friend??” She added that life would be “infinitely less interesting” without him and ended the message by telling him she loved him a sentiment many people express toward close friends, though one that’s now endlessly reinterpreted.
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Since stepping away from frequent posting, Meghan has grown more guarded, likely shaped by years of intense media scrutiny. Even so, her ability to continue showing up whether at women’s leadership events or major fashion moments, suggests she’s learned how to move forward despite the noise.
As she continues building her life in California, Meghan Markle’s friendships remain a lightning rod for public opinion. But if history is any indication, she’s unlikely to let speculation dictate who she keeps close or how she lives her life.
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