JAKARTA - A surprising statement came from Meghan Markle during a visit to Australia. In front of students, he admitted to being "the most vilified person in the world" for the past decade due to attacks on social media.
In a discussion held by the Batyr mental health organization in Melbourne, Meghan described the pressure she had been under since coming into the global spotlight.
"For 10 years, every day, I was bullied and attacked. I am the most trolled person in the whole world," he said.
This statement immediately drew widespread attention, especially amid growing global concerns about the impact of social media on mental health.
Harry Praises Social Media Ban for Children
On the same occasion, her husband, Prince Harry, appreciated Australia's move to ban the use of social media for children under 16 years old.
According to him, the policy shows "epic leadership" in protecting young generations from the negative impacts of the digital world.
Australia itself became the first country to implement the ban, covering platforms such as TikTok, YouTube, as well as Meta Platforms' services such as Instagram and Facebook.
Social Issues-Filled Visit
The visit of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex lasted four days, covering agendas related to mental health, sports, and military veterans.
However, not all public responses were positive. In Australia - which is still under the British monarchy with King Charles III as head of state - their presence sparked debate.
Local media reports said some of the security costs were public, sparking a protest petition that has been signed by more than 45,000 people.
Since stepping down from their official royal roles in 2020, Harry and Meghan have chosen an independent path in the United States, citing their desire to escape media scrutiny and gain financial freedom.
Now, in addition to advocacy work, the two are also active in commercial projects - including Meghan's involvement as a guest judge on a popular cooking show and hosting an exclusive wellness retreat in Sydney.
Old Issues, New Challenges
Meghan's statement highlights the dark side of social media that is still relevant today. Amid efforts by various countries to limit access and tighten regulations, personal experiences like this reinforce the urgency of user protection - especially for young people.
In the digital age, popularity can come quickly. But as Meghan revealed, the accompanying pressure can also last a long time - even years.
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