Meghan Markle’s close friend has slammed a media outlet’s claim that she and husband Prince Harry photoshopped their family Christmas card.
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Actress Janina Gavankar – who took the adorable family photo of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and their son Archie Harrison – has taken to social media to clear up claims the image was doctored.
“So proud to have taken the Christmas photo for one of my best friends and her family. Here’s the original that was sent out,” the 39-year-old said via Twitter.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex released their highly anticipated card featuring their adorable seven-month-old son.
She continued: “…and to The Mail, I see your campaign against my friend continues. Nice photoshop of my non-photoshopped image. Now may we all get back to the spirit of Christmas and not the spirit of maliciousness.”
Gavankar shared a photo of the original image she snapped, and claimed that The Mail may have photoshopped the image themselves.
In the adorable black and white photo, Harry and Meghan appear in the background, while little Archie takes centerstage.
The card was not shared on any official royal channels by it has been confirmed as real.
The Duke and Duchess are currently taking a six-week hiatus from royal duties in the UK.
The royal couple were noticeably absent for the royals’ annual church service at St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham on Wednesday.
Other royal family members in attendance included Prince William, Kate Middleton and their children Prince George, 6, and Princess Charlotte, 4. Prince Charles, Duchess Camilla, and Queen Elizabeth II were also in attendance at the annual event.
