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American Riviera Orchard

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, speaks onstage at EAN University.
DROWNING IN PAPERWORK

Trademark Dispute Could Derail Meghan Markle’s Brand Launch

It’s not her first snafu with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, either.

Brett Bachman

Abigail Spencer and Meghan Markle’s dog, Mamma Mia.
WOOF WOOF

Even Meghan’s Dog Has Been Roped Into Selling Jam

Meghan’s former acting buddy was the latest to post a picture of a pot of American Riviera Orchard jam—only to be upstaged by Meghan’s rescue Beagle.

Tom Sykes

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge talks with Meghan, Duchess of Sussex in 2019
TRAFFIC JAM

Kate Fan Hijacks U.K. Domain for Meghan Markle’s Brand

Those clicking on the link “americanrivieraorchard.uk” found themselves directed to another website with a message of support for the Princess of Wales.

Mathew Murphy

King Charles in 2018.
JAM-OFF

Charles’ Jam Sells Out After Meghan Unveils Her Preserves

It’s another battle of English versus American, this time played out in the high-stakes field of homemade jellies.

Amanda Yen

Meghan Markle
DON’T BE JELLY

Instagram Goes Gaga for Meghan’s American Riviera Jam Pots

Meghan’s jam is coming, and top influencers got their pots Tuesday, numbered like artworks.

Tom Sykes

A photo of Meghan Markle
SURPRISE LAUNCH

Markle Returns to Instagram With ‘American Riviera Orchard’

It’s reportedly a lifestyle brand that will sell home and cooking items.

Amanda Yen

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