Meghan Markle appears to be shifting her focus to Courtney Kardashian and her rockstar husband, Travis Barker, as potential allies to promote her rumored wellness brand, American Riviera Orchard.
The burning question, however, remains: does Meghan even have a wellness brand? Or is this simply another calculated attempt to reclaim the spotlight after her controversial exit from the British royal family and the subsequent cooling of her once-glamorous A-list connections? For those who might have missed it, Meghan was once the darling of celebrity circles. Her 2018 fairy-tale wedding to Prince Harry was a star-studded affair, where she mingled effortlessly with Hollywood’s elite.
The likes of Oprah Winfrey, George and Amal Clooney, and Serena Williams graced her orbit, seemingly cementing Meghan's status as a global cultural icon. Fast forward to the present, and it seems the luster of her social life has faded considerably.
Those high-profile connections appear to have waned. Oprah, the Clooneys, and even Meghan’s long-time friend Serena Williams have reportedly distanced themselves. The Beckham family, once thought to be friendly with the Sussexes, now aligns themselves more closely with the royal family, attending events such as state banquets at Buckingham Palace. Ellen DeGeneres, another high-profile name, seems to have quietly stepped away as well.
So, where does Meghan turn next? Insiders suggest she is eyeing the Kardashians—specifically, Courtney Kardashian and her edgy lifestyle brand, Poosh. Meghan reportedly sees this partnership as a golden opportunity to revamp her image and secure the "cool factor" she needs to put American Riviera Orchard on the map.
The groundwork for this potential alliance appears to have been in motion for months. Meghan’s mother, Doria Ragland, was seen mingling with Kris Jenner and Kim Kardashian at a charity event, a move that didn’t go unnoticed. Meghan herself reportedly spent time with the Kardashian-Jenner clan at a Beyoncé concert, signaling a deliberate effort to cultivate ties. Additionally, Meghan sent Kris Jenner a jar of homemade jam—a seemingly small but calculated gesture that hints at her strategic overtures toward this influential family.
Despite these efforts, Meghan’s wellness brand has faced setbacks, with its launch reportedly delayed for months—a source of immense frustration for her. She is now banking on Courtney and Travis to help inject some much-needed momentum into the project. After all, if Courtney can market $200 candles and luxury yoga mats, why shouldn’t Meghan leverage her royal-adjacent cachet to do the same?
However, not everyone is convinced that this partnership will be a slam dunk. Meghan’s attempts to charm Courtney might face hurdles, especially considering the latter’s absence at Meghan’s previous birthday dinner. A potential dinner invitation to Courtney and Travis at the Sussexes’ Montecito mansion might not be the game-changer Meghan hopes for.
What’s ironic in all of this is Meghan’s meteoric transition—from actress to duchess to aspiring wellness guru. Critics have pointed out her inconsistent ventures, from marketing potholders to attempting to position her mother as the CEO of a fictitious nursing home. These stories cast doubt on her latest foray into the wellness space, making it hard for the public to fully trust her vision.
One thing is certain: Meghan has a knack for polarizing opinions. Whether this latest endeavor marks the beginning of a successful pivot or simply another misstep in her highly scrutinized public life remains to be seen. But if you’re considering stepping into Meghan’s world, bringing your own jar of jam—or perhaps some skepticism—might not be the worst idea.
