Traditionally, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry found themselves noticeably absent from Elton John's exclusive guest list for his renowned Oscars party.
The Sussexes faced another year of being overlooked by the legendary Rocket Man singer for his annual extravaganza, an event known for its charitable contributions and star-studded attendance. Observers were left speculating whether the royal couple managed to snag an invitation this time around.
This year's guest list boasted luminaries such as Smokey Robinson, Ellie Goulding, Jane Seymour, Jacob Lusk from Gabriel's Lucien, Elvis Costello, Donatella Versace, Liz Hurley, Damen Hurley, and Neil Patrick Harris. However, Harry and Meghan's absence from last year's festivities reportedly stemmed from a singular reason: they were deemed outsiders in Tinseltown, as suggested by royal author Tom Bower during an interview with GB News. "They weren't even invited to Elton John's party at the Oscars. They really are nobodies in Hollywood," he remarked in his controversial memoir.
In a rare glimpse into the rift between Elton John and Harry and Meghan, it emerged that a disagreement occurred during a stay at the singer's French residence. The tension arose after Harry learned that Elton's memoir was slated for serialization in the Daily Mail. Despite initial friction, Harry relented upon Elton's explanation that the move aimed to boost readership. "I loved him, I'll always love him. I also didn't want to spoil the holiday," Harry reflected.
This year's opulent affair, hosted by Elton, featured a showcase of high-end designer fashion, including a limited edition Louis Vuitton "Garden in Hell" bag of which only ten were crafted. The soirée also boasted two Gucci bomber jackets, five Versace shirts, two Versace robes, and personalized slippers with the initials 'E' and 'J' inside. Guests enjoyed themed entertainment such as a pinball machine paying homage to the pinball wizard star and exquisite culinary offerings including braised short rib, sea bass, and raspberry chocolate cloud.
Notably, Harry and Meghan remained absent from all Oscar-related events this year. The true cause behind Elton John's rift with them appears to be rather startling. Rumors suggest that Elton, possibly influenced by his past struggles with paranoia during his drug days, has a tendency to bug his aircraft. Harry and Meghan were reportedly caught criticizing Elton while enjoying the use of his private jet.
Adding to the saga, Oscars host Jimmy Kimmel weighed in on Harry and Meghan's bombshell Oprah Winfrey interview. Kimmel joined the many hosts and experts who shared their opinions on the royal fallout, quipping that the Royals should have wished for Archie to look more like Meghan than Harry.
He joked that the event would surely go down in history as the most shocking gender reveal party of all time. "Meghan claims that she was silenced during her time in the UK, and after watching this last night, I have to say I believe it," he added. "Imagine after centuries of inbreeding, all of a sudden, these people are concerned about the color of a baby's skin. And by the way, they should hope that the kid looks more like Meghan than Harry," he joked.
