Meghan Markle’s Controversial Appearance in Tyler Perry’s Tribute to Black Women Raises Eyebrows

In a surprising twist, Meghan Markle has once again inserted herself into a project that celebrates the achievements of Black women.

This time, she's joining forces with her friend Tyler Perry, who is directing a tribute featuring icons like Beyoncé, Oprah, Maya Angelou, and Queen Latifah—women whose accomplishments are well-documented and widely respected.

Yet, somehow, Meghan has managed to squeeze herself into this powerful lineup, reminiscent of an uninvited guest crashing a VIP event.

The project, titled BLKWMN, aims to honor Black excellence through a series of poignant images that highlight the contributions of influential figures such as Nina Simone and Kamala Harris, alongside everyday heroines making significant impacts in their communities.

However, just when you think it's all about empowerment, there she is—Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Self-Promotion, making an appearance in the montage.

The photo she chose?

An overly airbrushed image from her failed podcast, Archetypes.

It's hard to ignore the irony of a multi-millionaire using her royal title for a Spotify deal she couldn't maintain, suddenly becoming a symbol of Black empowerment.

Tyler Perry recently shared a promotional clip for the song “BLKWMN” by Ladisi on Instagram, showcasing the montage meant to celebrate the contributions of Black women.

Interestingly, while the post received a flood of positive remarks, few seemed to mind Meghan's inclusion.

It's almost as if she's that one kid who pushes to the front of a school picture, hoping no one will question their presence.

This brings us to a crucial question: Why is this project focusing solely on Black American women?

There are countless remarkable Black women around the globe, yet Perry has seemingly narrowed his focus to the United States.

It's a curious choice, to say the least.

And speaking of curious, when did Meghan start identifying as Black?

It wasn't a part of her narrative when she was climbing the Hollywood ladder.

She expertly plays the word game, never outright stating, “I'm Black,” but opting instead for ambiguous comments like, “I wasn't treated as Black until I went to the UK.” What does that even mean?

Meghan's approach to her identity seems carefully crafted to serve her interests.

While she identifies as a woman of color, it's important to note that 80% of women worldwide share that label.

This doesn't necessarily make her a pioneer; it raises questions about her motivations.

After a two-week silence, she appears to be making up for lost time with a PR campaign so transparent it's almost painful to watch.

Get ready, because soon we'll be inundated with a barrage of puff pieces, merchandise, and dramatic displays at events like the Invictus Games.

It's worth considering why Meghan chose Tyler Perry as her child's godfather.

Was it his wisdom and moral integrity?

Or was it more about his wealth, connections, and ability to elevate her status within Black circles, despite her previous neglect of that aspect of her identity?

There's little to suggest that Meghan deserves the recognition she's seeking.

Before marrying into royalty, she wasn't a household name, and she hasn't broken any significant barriers or contributed meaningfully to Black culture.

Instead, she's managed to alienate her family, both her own and Harry's, as well as her Hollywood connections and, now, her Spotify collaborators.

Let's not kid ourselves—this isn't a moment of historic acknowledgment of her achievements.

Meghan Markle is not Rosa Parks, Michelle Obama, or even Quinta Brunson.

She's simply someone who married into privilege, capitalized on her circumstances, and continues to spin new tales every time the spotlight begins to fade.

Ultimately, Meghan's connection to her Black identity seems to ebb and flow based on convenience.

When it serves her narrative, she embraces her heritage wholeheartedly.