Alon Johns recently shared his enthusiasm for the much-anticipated The Devil Wears Prada musical, which is set to open at London's Dominion Theatre this October.
As the musical prepares for its West End debut, Elton John is confident that the combination of high fashion, electrifying music, and dynamic performances will captivate audiences. He expressed, "It's been a real labor of love, and I can't wait to see this music come to life." However, the spotlight shifted to a surprising twist—Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly been left off the guest list for this high-profile event.
In the past, Harry had approached Elton with a heartfelt request to perform Candle in the Wind in memory of his late mother, Princess Diana, during the anniversary of her passing. Elton, who famously reworked the song in 1997 as a tribute to Diana with all proceeds going to her charitable foundations, had a different plan. Instead of granting Harry’s request, Elton insisted that Candle in the Wind was too solemn for the occasion, opting to perform Your Song instead, aiming to keep the atmosphere more upbeat.
As December 1st approaches, anticipation builds for Elton’s grand musical extravaganza at the Dominion Theatre. Naturally, many would expect Harry and Meghan to make an appearance, gracing the event with their usual glamour. Yet, the situation has become more complex—will the couple risk stepping into the limelight, dodging both cameras and critics in the heart of London? After all, Elton has been incredibly generous to the couple in the past, providing private jet rides and access to luxurious holiday homes. One might assume a kind of unspoken agreement for reciprocity, yet it appears that Harry and Meghan may be preparing for a royal no-show instead.
As the event draws nearer, speculation is rife. Will Meghan make a grand, headline-grabbing entrance, posing for photographers as though on a Hollywood red carpet? Or will she opt to stay home, avoiding the possibility of negative attention? The paparazzi are surely preparing for either scenario, eager to capture whatever drama unfolds. Should the couple choose not to attend for security or PR reasons, what impact will their absence have on Elton's glittering soirée? Will it transform into a spectacle overshadowed by the notable absence of royal guests, or will the night still shine bright without them?
For Elton, a longtime friend of Prince Harry, this presents a unique dilemma. Could their friendship withstand the strain if the Sussexes' presence turns his special night into a media circus? Imagine the headlines: Elton’s musical night becomes a royal no-show, or perhaps even Harry and Meghan leave Elton hanging.
But the real question remains: why would Elton even want Harry and Meghan there, considering the media frenzy that follows them wherever they go? Meghan, particularly, might shy away from attending for fear of facing a hostile crowd, potentially avoiding the chance of being booed. Meanwhile, Harry could use the event as another opportunity to slip away from domestic responsibilities, attending yet another glamorous function.
If Meghan does attend, it’s almost certain that her presence will be felt. She may arrive fashionably late, chat with the VIPs in the front row, and leave early, making sure all eyes are on her. Such moves have become somewhat of a "classic Meghan" tactic. It's unclear why anyone would expect her to be warmly welcomed at an event where reputations, particularly hers, are so delicately balanced.
Adding fuel to the fire, rumors suggest that Elton and the Sussexes may no longer be on the best of terms. Some reports allege that Elton overheard Harry and Meghan mocking him while aboard a private plane he had arranged for them, leading to tension between the once-friendly parties. Meghan’s frustration with being excluded from glamorous events—whether due to a lack of invitations or her own fear of public backlash—might only be growing. And with Harry and Meghan's reality TV stardom keeping them busy, perhaps they simply have too many other obligations to attend Elton’s musical celebration.
In the end, even Elton John may have grown weary of the drama that seems to follow the Sussexes wherever they go. Whether or not Harry and Meghan make an appearance, their presence—or absence—will undoubtedly be the talk of the town.
