Meghan Markle defended against 'mean girl' Camilla Tominey as movie news shared

"Which Meghan will she play? We wait with baited breath"

One TV star has shared her thoughts on the reports that Meghan Markle is set to star in a new movie as she makes her return to acting after an eight-year hiatus.

On ITV daytime show, This Morning, TV host Ben Shephard was quick to step in during a debate.

He defended the royal as one commentator was branded a “mean girl” for her comments about Prince Harry’s wife.

Camilla Tominey on This Morning
Camilla came in for some criticism over her comments about the Meghan Markle movie (Credit: ITV)

Meghan Markle movie trashed by Camilla Tominey

Talking head Camilla Tominey was as outspoken and anti-Meghan as usual today (November 6) as she appeared on This Morning alongside Ben Shephard, Cat Deeley and Nick Ferrari.

But will she be playing ‘at home with Meghan’, ‘Duchess Meghan’, will she be playing ‘Oprah Meghan’?

Opening the debate, Ben explained: “We’ve just heard that Meghan is returning to the world of Hollywood.”

“That’s interesting,” Camilla started, adding: “She’s returning to Hollywood for the first time in eight years with a role in a comedy film alongside our very own Lily Collins and Brie Larson in which she’ll reportedly play herself.”

Meghan Markle smiling
Meghan is returning to her acting roots, according to reports (Credit: Lev Radin/ZUMA Press/Cover Images)

Camilla then added: “But will she be playing ‘at home with Meghan’, ‘Duchess Meghan’, will she be playing ‘Oprah Meghan’?”

Camilla then put on an American accent and did an impression of Meghan, saying: “‘I was surviving, not thriving.’ So which Meghan will she play? We wait with baited breath.”

Chipping in, Ben countered: “But equally, happy to see her doing something… if that’s where she’s going, being an actress… She had a very successful acting career before she met Harry, then I think that’s a positive step.”

Nick also balanced out Camilla’s view as he said: “Look, whatever makes her happy. I do think she has brought some of it on herself. But people pile on in an unnecessary fashion. I really hope she comes out of the film well and changes the narrative.”

Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley speaking on This Morning
This Morning presenter Ben Shephard defended Meghan Markle (Credit: ITV)

Viewers react

This Morning viewers, who are not usually known for their love of Meghan and Harry, were also quick to shut down Camilla’s comments.

“Camilla is such a hater, honest to God,” said one.

Grow up, you nasty piece of work,” said another. “Ooo! Camilla being a bit bitchy there. For a change!” said a third.

Wow, Mean Girl Camilla,” a fourth declared. 

“Well done to Ben Shephard for making more positive comments,” said another. Camilla did have some backing online, though. One fan posted: “This is a Camilla Tominey appreciation post – she is a great journalist.”

The woman herself replied and told the fan: “Thank you.”

In a new report in The Sun, a source discussed Meghan’s new reported movie.

They said: “This is a massive moment for Meghan. And it signifies a return to doing what she truly loves. She has been swamped with offers. But this one felt right.”

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