Meghan Markle, Prince Harry interview: Celebrities, public figures react to tell-all with Oprah Winfrey

MONTECITO, Calif. — Britain’s Prince Harry and wife Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, opened up about the difficulties that led to their decision to step back as senior members of the royal family and move to the United States in a highly anticipated, prerecorded interview with Oprah Winfrey. In the two-hour special, which aired Sunday night, the couple spoke about racism, feeling “trapped,” the British tabloids and the mental health challenges – including suicidal thoughts – that Meghan faced as a result.

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Photos: Meghan Markle, Prince Harry open up about royal rift in interview with Oprah Winfrey This image provided by Harpo Productions shows Prince Harry, from left, and Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, in conversation with Oprah Winfrey. (Joe Pugliese/Harpo Productions via AP)

Celebrities and public figures took to social media to express their sympathy, support or, in some cases, disapproval. Here’s what they were saying:

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