Former Vanity Fair editor Graydon Carter has stirred the pot once again, this time directing his sharp wit at Meghan Markle. In a recent interview with Interview Magazine, he referred to the Duchess of Sussex as the "Undine Spragg of Montecito,” drawing a provocative comparison between Markle's life and the fictional character featured in Edith Wharton's 1913 novel, "The Customs of the Country."

For those unfamiliar, Undine Spragg is depicted as a determined Midwestern woman who relentlessly seeks acceptance within New York's elite society. Her journey is fraught with opportunistic marriages and breakups, all in a quest to elevate her social standing among the glitterati. Despite her many achievements and the luxurious life she eventually attains, Undine is left with a lingering sense of dissatisfaction, haunted by her ongoing thirst for more.

Carter's cutting description raises eyebrows, particularly given Markle's trajectory since marrying Prince Harry in 2018. After stepping away from royal duties and relocating to sunny California, Markle and Harry faced numerous challenges, including allegations surrounding concerns about their son Archie's skin color that contributed to their dramatic exit from royal life in 2020.

They settled into a lavish $14 million estate in Montecito, where they are now raising their two children: Prince Archie, 5, and Princess Lilibet, 3. Since their transition, the couple has pursued various lucrative ventures, including a multi-million dollar production deal with Netflix in 2020. Their notable projects have included the 2022 docuseries "Harry & Meghan" and the upcoming series "With Love, Meghan," set for release in 2025.

Moreover, their partnership with Spotify in 2021 earned them a staggering $25 million, leading to the launch of the "Archetypes" podcast. However, it wasn’t all smooth sailing; the couple parted ways with the streaming platform in 2023 due to criticisms that they had not produced enough content to justify their hefty salary.

In a recent twist, Markle is diving back into the podcasting realm with her new venture, "Confessions,” in collaboration with Lemonada Media. As public interest in the couple continues to swell, the question remains: will Meghan Markle's pursuit of success leave her feeling fulfilled, or will she, like Undine Spragg, find herself perpetually chasing a sense of satisfaction?