Los Angeles was recently abuzz with the excitement of the 6th anniversary celebration for "This Is About Humanity," an event that brought together a star-studded guest list, including names like Lauren Sanchez, Eva Longoria, Jordana Brewster, Julianne Hough, Mj Rodriguez, Henry Winkler, Selma Gomez, Kate del Castillo, and Carolina Buardino.
However, one name was notably absent: Meghan Markle. Neither she nor her mother, Doria Ragland, attended the gala, raising eyebrows among those familiar with their past involvement in similar high-profile events. The event honored Florence Azria for her remarkable contributions to Tia’s food relief initiatives, which provide over a million meals annually. Yet, the true intrigue lay not on the red carpet, but in the behind-the-scenes drama that unfolded far from the public eye.
Founded in 2018 by Elsa Marie Collins, Zoë Winkler Reinis, and Yolanda Selene Walther-Meade, "This Is About Humanity" is dedicated to addressing the humanitarian crisis caused by family separation in border cities. The event showcased a lineup of impeccably dressed women, leaving many to wonder how Meghan Markle might have stood out in such a meticulously styled crowd. Imagining Meghan in anything less than a flawless ensemble seems almost unthinkable, especially given her history of making fashion statements at public events.
Last year, Meghan's mother, Doria Ragland, attended the same event, mingling with celebrities like Kris Jenner and Kim Kardashian. Photographs from the previous year captured Ragland sharing cheerful moments with the Kardashians and Jenners, further solidifying her place within this elite social circle. Recently, Kris Jenner had the opportunity to sample Meghan Markle's latest venture—her lifestyle brand's American Riviera Orchard Jam. Jenner shared this exclusive gift on social media, noting that she was the 13th recipient of the jam, a gesture that did not escape the notice of royal critics. Social media quickly lit up with harsh comments, questioning both the quality of Markle's product and the sincerity of Jenner's endorsement. Critics derided the jam, labeling it a "lemon," and mocking what they saw as Markle's waning influence in social circles.
The real twist in this Hollywood saga, however, comes from Lauren Sanchez, the girlfriend of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. According to insider sources, Sanchez allegedly orchestrated a plan to sideline Markle from the soirée. Feeling threatened by Markle's rising media presence, Sanchez reportedly devised a scheme to divert her attention elsewhere. Last year, she is said to have offered Meghan and Harry a private jet to attend a movie premiere in Jamaica, specifically to ensure they missed the Beverly Hills bash. Unbeknownst to Markle, this was part of Sanchez’s elaborate ruse. The Sussexes boarded the jet, only to face a chilly reception at the premiere of "Bob Marley: One Love" at Kingston's Carib Theatre. They encountered hostility from the film’s producers, stars, and some local attendees who accused them of disrespecting Jamaican culture and Bob Marley’s legacy. What was supposed to be a glamorous escape turned into a public relations disaster, leaving Meghan and Harry humiliated.
Reports suggest that Sanchez’s maneuver was a calculated effort to allow Hollywood’s elite to enjoy an uninterrupted evening of celebration without the perceived disruption of Meghan and Harry's presence. The Times later revealed that the Sussexes were flown to Jamaica by a private jet provided by Paramount Pictures, the production company behind the biopic. Sanchez’s devious ploy underscores a growing trend among celebrities, who are finding increasingly creative ways to handle unwanted guests.
Meghan Markle's absence from the "This Is About Humanity" soirée speaks volumes. Whether it was the result of Sanchez's Machiavellian plotting or simply a reflection of shifting social dynamics, Meghan's missing presence at the event highlights the evolving and often treacherous landscape of celebrity social circles. As Hollywood continues to evolve, Markle finds herself increasingly on the outside looking in, with her reputation taking yet another hit in what has become an increasingly dramatic public saga.
