Meghan Markle’s Legal Win Becomes a Punchline on UK Show

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, found herself at the center of a joke on the BBC magazine show Have I Got News For You.

Clive Myrie, hosting the show for the first time, delivered a series of witty jokes, one of which touched upon Meghan's recent legal victory.

Joined by Miles Chupp and Camilla Long, as well as regulars Ian Hislop and Paul Merton, the panel delved into the week's news and shared their usual humorous take on politicians, royals, and current events.

During the episode, the presenters discussed Meghan's latest triumph in her court battle against the Mail on Sunday.

The round began with a picture of the Duchess of Sussex, prompting the teams to guess the news story.

Camilla correctly identified it as the case against the Mail on Sunday, which Meghan had won.

The court ruled in her favor, stating that the publication had wrongly printed a partial letter she had sent to her father.

The Court of Appeal rejected Associated Newspaper's attempt to have a trial, solidifying Meghan's victory.

Clive affirmed Camilla's statement, acknowledging that the three judges, including Lord Justice, had ruled in Meghan's favor.

They deemed the contents of the letter personal and private, not matters of legitimate public interest.

He added later, “Yes, this is Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, who has won her legal battle against the Mail on Sunday.”

The ruling means that Meghan can continue to protect her privacy.

While Meghan was not the only subject of jokes on the show, as the panel also discussed the new Omicron Covid variant, royal expert Katie Nicholl provided insight into Prince William and Kate Middleton's Christmas plans.

Despite their rift with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge intend to send Christmas gifts to their nephew Archie and niece Lilibet.

While William and Kate will spend the festive season at Sandringham with the Queen, Harry and Meghan are expected to celebrate in California.

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Magazine, Katie Nicholl confirmed that William and Kate want to maintain their Christmas traditions and will include all their nieces and nephews in their gift-giving.

However, it's worth noting that William and Kate have yet to meet baby Lilibet, who was born in July at the Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.

Earlier this year, Prince Harry shared a heartwarming story about the Queen gifting Archie a waffle maker for Christmas in 2020.

He mentioned that Meghan had requested it, as she makes a delicious organic mix that Archie adores.

As the holiday season approaches, the Queen is looking forward to her traditional family gathering at Sandringham.

Expected guests include Prince Charles, the Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Edward, Sophie Wessex, and their respective children.

It has been reported that Harry and Meghan were invited to join the festivities, which would mark the Queen's first Christmas without her late husband, Prince Philip.

However, a source revealed that the couple will not be attending, citing logistical challenges and the Queen's recent loss.

While Meghan's legal win may have become a punchline on a popular TV show, it is clear that the Duchess of Sussex continues to navigate both triumphs and challenges in her public and private life.

As the holiday season unfolds, the focus remains on the royal family's plans and the Queen's first Christmas without her beloved partner.