The Duchess of Sussex spoke about being bullied and trolled online.

15:53, Sat, Apr 18, 2026 Updated: 15:55, Sat, Apr 18, 2026

Meghan Markle

Meghan Markle spoke about being trolled online (Image: Jonathan Brady / POOL / AFP via Getty Images)

Meghan Markle has been accused of “seeking” sympathy while talking about being trolled online. During her visit to Australia with Prince Harry this week, Meghan told a classroom of young people that she was “bullied and attacked” every day for 10 years on social media and was “the most trolled person in the entire world”.

She said: “For now, 10 years, every day for 10 years, I have been bullied and attacked. And I was the most trolled person in the entire world.”

While Meghan appeared emotional when talking about this, one body language expert believed that there were some “inconsistencies in her body language” that could be seen as insincere.

Speaking to Casino.ca, expert Inbaal Honigman said: “When Meghan explains how badly she was trolled, there are some inconsistencies in her body language that could be interpreted as insincerity.

“Her shoulders are rolled forward, which suggests she is making herself appear smaller, perhaps to seem more vulnerable and relatable.

“Her eyebrows are raised into a triangular shape, an expression often associated with empathy, while her furrowed brow conveys concern.”

They added: “Together, these cues signal to the audience that she is sharing something upsetting.”

Harry and Meghan

Harry and Meghan have finished their tour in Australia (Image: Jonathan Brady-Pool/Getty Images)

“The inconsistency lies in her eye behaviour," the specialist also said. "She maintains strong eye contact with her listeners, as though checking whether they are engaged, relating to her, and accepting her account.

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“This, coupled with a slight smile, suggests she is not only recounting her experience, but also seeking a particular response.

“Meghan appears to be honest, but with a clear intention of eliciting sympathy and support."