Meghan Markle formally complained to British broadcaster ITV after Piers Morgan lashed out at her accusing her of lying about her mental health on “Good Morning Britain,” according to a report.
According to The Guardian, the UK’s Office of Communications had received more than 41,000 complaints about Morgan’s conduct by the end of Tuesday, prompting the regulator to investigate whether Morgan’s comments violated the broadcast code on damages and insults.
On behalf of the Duchess of Sussex, a formal complaint was also filed with ITV, the UK network that broadcasts the morning talk show, the outlet said.
Amid the backlash, the famed host sensationally quit the show on Tuesday, just hours after being stormed off the set when his co-star Alex Beresford called him for continuing to ‘throw’ Markle after the stunning sit-down. couple with Oprah Winfrey.
About two hours later, ITV released a statement saying, “After discussions with ITV, Piers Morgan has decided it is now time to leave Good Morning Britain. ITV has accepted this decision and has nothing more to add. “
Morgan had expressed doubts about the show after Markle opened up to Winfrey about having suicidal thoughts, including allegations that she had been told seeking help would not look good for a member of the royal family.
“Who have you been to?” Morgan said on Monday on “Good Morning Britain.” ‘What did they say to you? I’m sorry, I don’t believe a word of what she said, Meghan Markle. I wouldn’t believe it if she read me a weather report. “
Following the TV presenter’s comments, it’s clear that ITV honchos wanted Morgan to apologize on the air.
On Tuesday, Morgan said he still didn’t believe Markle, but insisted he take mental illness very seriously.
“When we spoke about this yesterday, I said as an all-encompassing thing that I don’t believe what Meghan Markle is saying in general in this interview, and I am still deeply concerned about the veracity of much of what she said.”
He added, “But just let me state my position on mental illness and suicide. Obviously, these are extremely serious things that should be taken extremely seriously, and if someone feels that way, they should get the treatment and help they need every time. “