Meghan Markle's Full Interview on The Ellen Show

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Megan, the Duchess of Sussex, discusses her life, family, advocacy work, and charitable donations, as well as her experiences growing up and her book "The Bench." She also shares the story of single mom Brittany Starks, who received a generous donation from Megan and Harry for her charity, Twists of Greatness.

Insights

  • Megan, the Duchess of Sussex, advocates for paid family leave and promotes inclusive representation of fatherhood through her book "The Bench," inspired by her husband Harry.
  • Brittany Starks, a single mom, started a non-profit, Twists of Greatness, through her community work braiding kids' hair. She received significant donations from TisBest, Megan, and Harry, highlighting their support for grassroots initiatives.

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Recent questions

  • Who is Megan, the Duchess of Sussex?

    An actress known for advocacy and writing.

  • How did Megan and Ellen meet?

    At a pet shop where Ellen encouraged adoption.

  • What is the theme of Megan's book?

    Inclusive representation of fatherhood.

  • How did Megan and Harry keep their relationship private?

    By attending events in disguise.

  • What charitable act did Megan and Harry do?

    Donated to a single mom's non-profit.

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Summary

00:00

Megan, Duchess of Sussex: Life and Advocacy

  • Megan, the Duchess of Sussex, is the first guest, known for her role in a movie and her love for redheads.
  • She used to audition at the same lot where the talk show is filmed, climbing into her car through the trunk due to a broken key.
  • Megan and Ellen met at a pet shop, where Ellen encouraged her to adopt a dog.
  • Megan and Harry moved to California during lockdown and enjoy the lifestyle and weather there.
  • They had to keep their relationship quiet while dating, even attending a Halloween party in disguise.
  • Their children, Archie and Lily, had Halloween costumes, but Archie was more interested in Lily's teething relief methods.
  • Megan emphasizes the importance of paid family leave, a cause she advocates for.
  • She wrote a book, "The Bench," initially as a poem for Harry, focusing on inclusive representation of fatherhood.
  • Archie recognizes himself and their pets in the book, showing excitement.
  • Megan shares a childhood story of making and selling scrunchies, and her early drawing of herself.

13:43

"Interactive Healing Session Leads to Generous Donations"

  • Megan is instructed to act normally and respond to specific cues like touching her elbow or nose.
  • Megan is guided to say specific phrases like "this is a lovely day" and is encouraged to interact with crystals for healing.
  • Megan is directed to taste a variety of vinegar-based hot sauces, starting with mild ones and progressing to spicier options.
  • Megan is given a joke to tell and is engaged in a playful activity involving wearing animal ears and singing.
  • Brittany Starks, a single mom, shares her story of braiding kids' hair for free in her community, leading to the creation of her non-profit, Twists of Greatness.
  • Brittany receives a $20,000 donation from TisBest and an additional $20,000 from Megan and Harry for her charity, along with a $5,000 gift card to donate to any charity of her choice.
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