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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Lauren Morris and Isobel Lewis

Meghan says ‘mentor’ Gloria Steinem was ‘even better than you would imagine’

  • Feminist activist Gloria Steinem died on Wednesday at her New York home at the age of 92.
  • The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, published a social media tribute honoring Steinem as a beloved “friend and mentor”.
  • Markle highlighted their public collaborations, which included interviewing each other and cold-calling voters to encourage turnout.
  • The Duchess also revealed details of their private bond, noting that Steinem spent Thanksgiving with her family and provided personal counsel, adding that she was “even better than you would imagine” in private.
  • The two maintained a close relationship for years, featuring joint public appearances and visits with Markle's children.

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