Meghan Markle clash with WME as Blake Lively issues apology for Photoshop comment about Katherine's image alterations.
Today, Blake Lively finds herself issuing an apology for recent remarks seemingly aimed at Princess Catherine, sparking a rift between Meghan Markle and WME. Lively, a WME signee since 2013, faced fan backlash after endorsing a beverage brand on March 13th and making light of the controversy surrounding a retouched family portrait of the Princess of Wales.
In a recent Instagram post promoting her sparkling mixer company, Betty Buzz, Lively appeared to jest about the photo editing sc--dal surrounding Katherine's Mother's Day picture, which the royal admitted to altering. However, amidst this, Katherine revealed her battle with cancer and her ongoing chemotherapy treatment, prompting widespread support from the royal family and public figures.
Responding to the backlash, Lively penned a heartfelt apology on her Instagram stories, expressing regret over her previous post's insensitivity. Fans had criticized her for what they perceived as hypocrisy, especially regarding her efforts to keep her children's names and genders private while mocking Catherine's desire for privacy.
Sources suggest that Lively's actions were influenced by pressure from WME, possibly at the behest of Meghan Markle, who is reportedly engaged in a public relations battle with the agency. WME's conflicting interests have put them at odds with Meghan, particularly after Lively apologized to Catherine, acknowledging her mistake.
Lively is just one among several celebrities who have faced backlash for their remarks about Katherine's situation. Kim Kardashian, Andy Cohen, and John Oliver also made light-hearted comments, drawing criticism from followers who found their remarks distasteful, especially in light of Katherine's health struggles.
Despite the outcry, Kardashian has refused to remove her post speculating about Katherine's whereabouts, citing her association with Meghan Markle and her reluctance to upset her. This decision has further fueled criticism, with commentators branding Kardashian as classless and ignorant for adding to the speculation surrounding Katherine's health before her diagnosis was made public.
