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Royal fans have defended Meghan Markle following the most recent episode of Saturday Night Live - and we want to know what YOU think.
One sketch saw comedian Michael Che poke fun at Meghan as he addressed the speculation surrounding the Duke and Duchess’s attendance at King Charles's coronation.
He quipped that Meghan has been offered “$19 an hour” to attend the historic event as a mocked up image of her dressed in a maids outfit was displayed behind him.
Speaking on the show, Michael said: "It was reported that the organisers of King Charles's coronation have officially invited Meghan Markle.
"And, this is nice, at a starting salary of $19-an-hour."
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While there was laughter from the audience, those at home weren’t impressed by the joke as some labelled it “cruel” and “offensive”.
One furious viewer wrote: "Notice how Michael Che is not funny and he never has been? Especially tonight with his trashy cheap shot 'Meghan' joke - not funny - just getting used to insult a black women. Apologize & retract. But it’s unforgivable. It’s not even funny! Just rude."
A second scathed: "Misogynist uggo Michael Che thinking misogyny is edgy. Bet in private he says s**t like 'why cant men have a day dedicated to them??'"
Meanwhile, others defended the segment, as one user shared: “It was a very funny skit. Well done Michael Che,” while another penned: “I quite like SNL and particularly enjoy Michael Che's comedy. Glad they did this!”
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