Harry and Meghan have been receiving criticism for their efforts in distributing food to those affected by the LA wildfires.
Actress-turned-producer Justine Bateman voiced her disapproval, labeling the couple’s actions as merely a “photo op” while they were at an evacuation center aiding victims.
Sharing her views on X, the 58-year-old commented, “Meghan Markle and Harry are no better than ambulance chasers. What a repulsive ‘photo op’ they achieved.”
She questioned their motives, asking, “They are ‘touring the damage’? Are they politicians now? They don’t live here; they are tourists. Disaster Tourists.” Her remarks accompanied media footage she reposted on the platform.
Meghan Markle and Harry are no better than ambulance chasers. What a repulsive “photo op” they achieved. They are “touring the damage”? Are they politicians now? They don’t live here; they are tourists. Disaster Tourists. #PalisadesFire https://t.co/Kv6v6jSX4y
The video footage in question showed the pair in Pasadena last Friday, engaging in conversation with the city’s mayor, Vitor Gordo.
In addition to distributing food, they’ve opened their home to friends and family affected by the fires and have donated clothing and children’s items to those in need.
While many on social media echoed Bateman’s sentiments, others praised Harry and Meghan’s charitable actions.
One commenter stated, “It’s 2025; leave them alone. I get you don’t like them for exposing family drama but, they are trying to help people out. You got nothing nice to say, keep it to yourself. I’m indifferent to these people but, let it rest already.” Meanwhile, another supporter noted, “Because they have resources they can share. They’re community-minded people.”
