Meghan Markle is currently striving to make her cooking show a success, but despite her efforts, things seem to be veering off course.
Meghan Markle's major return to the spotlight revolves around her Netflix cooking show, which is rooted in her passion for food and friendship, first showcased on her blog, The Tig. The show was intended to highlight themes of friendship, food, and togetherness, presenting a new, friendly side of Meghan. She was eager to debut this side of her personality on the red carpet at the Golden Globes.
The plan was to build a lifestyle brand around the show, a common strategy in today's media landscape where everyone seems to be promoting something. However, recent setbacks have put valuable guest appearances on hold.
Meghan was very vocal about her close friendship with Sophie Trudeau, a bond formed during her time on the Canadian TV series "Suits." Meghan had hoped Sophie would be a guest on her cooking show, but Sophie has not responded to the invitation. Following a recent interview with Sophie, Meghan has decided to look for new talent to appear alongside her. Despite her limited achievements—marrying Prince Harry and appearing in a cable television show—Meghan believes she belongs among the A-list celebrities. Critics argue that she lacks the talent and charisma typically required to maintain such status, describing her conversations as uninspiring. Nevertheless, her self-assuredness fosters an image of herself as magnificent, fascinating, and irresistible.
Heat magazine has added to Meghan's woes by detailing the high-profile friends who have distanced themselves from her and Harry. They say friendship is the one ship that never sinks, but for Meghan, it's a different story. As the new year begins, they find themselves without their once-close high-profile friends.
So, where did it all go wrong? Let's rewind to 2018, when the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was the most sought-after event. Celebrities flocked to witness their nuptials at St. George's Chapel, Windsor. Many attended because it was a royal wedding, not necessarily because of Meghan. However, she mistakenly believed they were there for her. Among the famous attendees were David and Victoria Beckham, George and Amal Clooney, Oprah Winfrey, and Serena Williams. These connections provided the Sussexes with the social clout they needed when they moved to the United States two years later.
Meghan attempted to integrate into exclusive circles, trying to be seen with celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow and Cameron Diaz, but it often resulted only in paparazzi shots. They made public appearances at Beyoncé's concert and Kevin Costner's fundraiser, but their repeated criticisms of the royal family have cost them dearly. David and Victoria Beckham, once close friends, distanced themselves after accusations that Victoria leaked stories to the press. The Beckhams, loyal to the royal family, chose to step back. Similarly, George and Amal Clooney, uncomfortable with the Sussexes' royal criticisms, have also withdrawn, not inviting them to their Albi Awards and showing their support for the royal family in other ways.
Oprah Winfrey, who significantly boosted the Sussex brand with the 2021 interview, has also distanced herself. The Obamas, who once served as a model for the Sussexes, have not crossed paths with them since Michelle Obama's veiled criticism in 2021. Serena Williams, once a vocal supporter, has remained silent, not being seen with Meghan for years.
These examples highlight how former friends have distanced themselves from the Sussexes due to their controversial behavior. A-list celebrities recognize the Sussexes as potentially untrustworthy and toxic, retreating to avoid being tainted by association. This deeply affects Meghan, who genuinely believes these people are her peers.
