Following the infamous ESPY Awards where Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's body language raised eyebrows, Meghan has once again made headlines.
This time, it is her interaction with entrepreneur and billionaire Jamie Kern Lima that has caught everyone's attention. On a sunny Saturday in the Hamptons, Meghan Markle attended a high-powered business summit. She posed enthusiastically with billionaire Spanx founder Sara Blakely and millionaire IT Cosmetics co-founder Jamie Kern Lima. This appearance has stirred up quite a bit of controversy.
According to Page Six, Meghan had flown into the exclusive Hamptons enclave from Santa Barbara by private jet, accompanied by entrepreneur Jamie Kern Lima. Following the event, Jamie praised Meghan on her Instagram account, sharing a photo of Meghan sitting next to her and holding on to her arm. "Love this pic because it captures the essence of friendship," Jamie wrote in her stories. "Thank you, Meghan, for being such a supportive and loving friend in this picture, for holding my arm with such love as I was about to walk up to the stage and speak, and in real life for how generously you show up for your friends."
However, this seemingly affectionate gesture sparked a wave of speculation and critique. "Meghan's claw," a term coined to describe her habit of gripping onto people, made a conspicuous return. Observers couldn't help but notice Meghan's firm grip on Jamie, reminiscent of her behavior at public events with Harry. The speculation is that Meghan is hoping Jamie will fund her struggling brand, American Riviera Orchard. The summit room was filled with influential women, making it clear that Meghan's actions weren't purely about camaraderie or friendship. Instead, it seems that Meghan's claw is driven by relentless ambition. Her grip on Jamie suggests that she sees her as a potential benefactor, someone who could provide the financial backing she so desperately needs. Jamie Kern Lima, known for her success in philanthropy, is now being warned about Meghan's intentions. Those familiar with Meghan's past actions suggest that if Jamie doesn't offer financial support, she might be cast aside. This pattern of using people until they're no longer beneficial is a recurring theme in Meghan's interactions.
In addition to the gripping photograph, Jamie Kern Lima's recent social media activities also raised eyebrows. Jamie disabled comments on her Instagram posts featuring Meghan, leading to the trending hashtag #Markled. This action indicates the backlash that Jamie may have faced from those skeptical of Meghan's motives. Apparently, the sale of IT Cosmetics has suffered due to its association with Meghan Markle.
Meghan Markle's public image, already tarnished by previous controversies, is further damaged by such actions. Critics argue that her interactions are driven by self-interest and opportunism rather than genuine connections or friendships. This behavior has drawn criticism and concern from various quarters. In an interesting parallel, both Meghan and Jamie have connections to Oprah Winfrey. Jamie has been interviewed by Oprah multiple times for her OWN channel, O magazine, and Jamie's personal YouTube channel. The shared connection has led to further comparisons between the two women. Despite these similarities, their approach to business and relationships seems starkly different.
The summit itself, meant to be a gathering of powerful and influential women, has instead highlighted Meghan's strategic networking tactics. By gripping onto Jamie, Meghan appears to be leveraging the event for her own gain, aiming to secure the resources needed for her brand. This incident also raises questions about Meghan's authenticity. Her description of the women at the summit as "beautiful souls" rings hollow to many who believe she is more interested in what she can gain from these connections. The sincerity of her interactions is now under scrutiny, with some seeing her behavior as manipulative.
