A bushfire relief effort by British couple Prince Harry and Meghan Markle has failed, according to a Hollywood actress turned producer.
'Family Ties' star Justin Bateman has already expressed his disdain for Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass' government in the wake of the devastating wildfires in Southern California, and has criticized the Duke and Duchess of Sussex for an insensitive 'photo shoot'. He accused him of doing so. ” at the disaster victim evacuation center.
“Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are no different than ambulance chasers,” said a distraught Bateman, 58. I wrote a letter to Xformerly on Twitter, took place on Saturday evenings. “What an unpleasant 'photo-op' they have accomplished.”
“Are they 'cruising the area'?” she asked, referring to media footage she reposted on social platforms. “Are they politicians now? They don't live here. They're tourists. Disaster tourists.”
Video captured by fox 11 los angeles Prince Harry and Markle were seen interacting with Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo on Friday.
Fox News Digital also revealed that Prince Harry and Markle opened their home to displaced friends and family and donated clothing, children's supplies and other essentials to help affected areas.
Many users agreed with Bateman's assessment of the royal family and praised her honesty. Some have praised the couple's philanthropy.
Bateman continues his blistering attacks on California officials and the way they handle wildfires.
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Bateman, who lives in the Hollywood Hills, told Jesse Watters on Friday that he is “pretty aware” of the situation in his city. “If you’re going to run a city or a state, you have to stick to the basics; [to] Please check with the fire department and police station[s] We also have plenty of funds. ”
“If you're not doing everything in your power to deal with problems when they arise, get out of there. You're no use to us,” she declared.
Representatives for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.
According to the California paper, There are currently three fires burning in Los Angeles, according to the Forestry and Fire Marshal's Office. The Palisades Fire (11% contained), the Eaton Fire (27% contained), and the Hearst Fire (89% contained). More than 12,300 buildings were destroyed.
As of Sunday afternoon, the Los Angeles County Coroner's Office reported 16 deaths from the fire.
