Oprah Winfrey Jokes About Sussex Last Name on Podcast

Recently, Oprah Winfrey humorously referenced Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s surname, “Sussex,” during her appearance on a podcast. When asked about the possibility of being gifted chicks, Winfrey said she would quickly take them to the Sussexes and playfully added some extra “x’s” to their family name, turning it into a tongue twister.

Winfrey, a longtime friend of the couple, has previously interacted with them, including attending their 2018 wedding and conducting their first interview after their departure from royal duties, where they displayed their chicken coop. Her comment about the surname drew attention and made headlines, especially since Meghan clarified she now identifies as “Sussex,” emphasizing its significance to her family.

Meghan shared the personal importance of the family name in an interview, expressing how meaningful it is to her and her children. She and Prince Harry, parents to Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, cherish the shared family identity. Meghan also explained that she hopes her children will appreciate sharing their surname as they grow older.

This discussion of the Sussex surname resurfaced after Meghan corrected a reference to her as “Meghan Markle” during a Netflix show appearance, reminding viewers that she now goes by “Sussex.” The name holds sentimental value, as Meghan highlighted her desire to share it with her children, considering it a core part of their family story.

Meghan also expressed that as her children grow, they’ll become curious about her and Harry’s love story, but for now, sharing the Sussex name is a cherished bond for their family. Her comments sparked conversations and social media discussions about the significance of family names and identity, highlighting how personal and meaningful such details can be.