The long-debated theory surrounding the authenticity of the Duchess of Sussex's pregnancies has resurfaced, with allegations suggesting that Samantha Markle, Meghan Markle's half-sister, played a significant role in spreading false narratives.
A recent investigative report by BuzzFeed News sheds light on how Samantha Markle, a self-proclaimed author and psychotherapist, collaborated with online detractors to propagate the unfounded claim that Meghan faked her pregnancies.
BuzzFeed's findings reveal that Samantha Markle, known for her outspoken criticisms of Meghan and Prince Harry, actively engaged in promoting the conspiracy theory through now-deleted tweets.
Accusations against Meghan include claims of social climbing into the royal family and neglecting her American relatives, including their father, Thomas Markle.
Despite refraining from voicing these assertions in mainstream media interviews, Samantha Markle emerged as a key figure in disseminating false pregnancy rumors online.
Among the most vocal proponents of the theory are those who doubt the legitimacy of Meghan and Harry's children, Archie and Lilibet.
Speculations suggest that the royal couple utilized surrogacy for conception, leading some to even question the existence of their offspring.
Outlandish claims propose that the Sussexes substitute lifelike baby dolls for their actual children during rare public appearances.
In a tweet from her now-suspended account, AtTheMarkleSammy, Samantha Markle demanded proof of delivery for Meghan's children to warrant their royal titles, insinuating the involvement of a surrogate in Archie's birth.
Twitter's action to suspend the account underscores its stance against targeted harassment and dissemination of false information.
This suspension follows a previous shutdown of Samantha Markle's initial account, AtSammyMarkle, raising questions about potential hacking incidents.
Amidst the controversy, Samantha Markle filed a defamation lawsuit against Meghan, alleging the spread of malicious falsehoods.
Her attorney, Douglas Cale, hinted at the possibility of external manipulation to tarnish her reputation, emphasizing the need to investigate the authenticity of incriminating screenshots.
The prevalence of fake pregnancy theories targeting female celebrities, including Beyoncé and Kim Kardashian, underscores a disturbing trend in scrutinizing women's reproductive experiences.
Celebrity conspiracy theories often hinge on trivial observations, such as wardrobe choices or physical transformations post-pregnancy, to fuel baseless speculations.
In Meghan's case, online sleuths dissected videos of her movements during pregnancy, citing minor details as evidence of deception.
The scrutiny faced by high-profile figures like Meghan highlights the perils of public scrutiny and the enduring allure of sensationalized rumors in the digital age.
