Is Meghan Markle Really Making Money WITHOUT Her Royal Title?
Meghan Markle isn’t waiting around for royal perks. Since stepping back from official royal duties, she has been busy turning her name into a business. But the question people keep asking is: Is she still making money because of her royal title?
Celebrity chef Jameson Stocks seems to think so. In a recent interview, he called out Meghan’s latest wine release under her “As Ever” label. He believes she’s using the royal name to boost sales, even if she is not technically a working royal anymore. Stocks isn’t the only one talking. Critics are keeping a close eye on how the Duchess blends fame, branding, and that very public royal past.
Meghan / IG / Celebrity chef Jameson Stocks says that Meghan Markle, 44, is earning money without her royal title.
She might not be on the palace payroll, but Meghan Markle is making bank. In fact, she has been spotted using her full title, “Meghan, Duchess of Sussex,” in business settings. One example? An Instagram shop she launched in 2025. The shop sold curated designer items, and reports say she was earning commissions from the sales. That move drew some heat. People accused her of trying to monetize the monarchy.
That backlash wasn’t quiet. Headlines rolled out. Social media lit up. After a few months, that Instagram shop disappeared. No statement, no farewell post, just gone. But the controversy left a mark. People began to seriously question how much of her income is tied to her former royal status.
Meghan’s Real Money Moves
Still, Meghan didn’t slow down. Her money-making game got sharper, smarter, and more polished. Rather than slapping her name on affiliate links, she pivoted to brand-building and media deals. She wants more than fast cash. The estranged Duchess of Sussex is after long-term success. And judging by her current moves, she is setting herself up to stay in the spotlight, with or without a crown.
One of her biggest paydays came through Netflix. Meghan and Harry’s deal with the streaming giant has been called one of the most lucrative partnerships in celebrity media. Her 2025 series, “With Love, Meghan,” didn’t exactly win over critics, but it did pull in an estimated $10 million in Media Impact Value.
That number came before she even launched “As Ever,” her lifestyle brand. So, the show basically served as a commercial for the brand, and it worked.
Meghan / IG / Originally teased as “American Riviera Orchard,” the brand now offers a mix of home goods and kitchen products.
Meghan talked at a business summit this year, saying she wants to use her influence to build a lasting business. She also hinted at launching short videos, like quick recipes or lifestyle tips, to fuel the brand’s growth on social media.
Joint Ventures and Public Perception
Outside of “As Ever,” Meghan’s made money in other ways. Her children’s book “The Bench” was a bestseller. She also hosted a Spotify podcast under their now-ended deal. While that partnership didn’t last, it was still a high-dollar agreement that added to their growing portfolio. The couple’s total wealth is around $60 million as of 2025.
But how much of that is Meghan’s alone? It is hard to say. Most of their deals are joint ventures. Harry and Meghan tend to work as a package. So, separating her solo income from the family fortune is tricky.