Prince Harry and Meghan Markle: The Sussexes Skip the Grammys Amidst Jokes and Controversy

In a surprising twist, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have once again found themselves on the sidelines of a major event, this time missing the 2024 Grammy Awards.

The couple, who left the royal family in 2020 and have since been trying to carve out a niche for themselves in Hollywood, seem to be struggling to make significant waves without the royal influence that once surrounded them.

Despite their efforts to secure lucrative deals with streaming services and connect with high-profile artists, the Sussexes were notably absent from the Grammy stage.

Speculation around their absence has centered on host Trevor Noah's previous jabs at the couple during last year's ceremony.

According to reports from the Mirror, it appears that Harry and Meghan opted out of attending this year's awards to dodge becoming the b-tt of Noah's jokes once again.

Trevor Noah, who has hosted the Grammys for four consecutive years, returned to the stage this year amid rampant speculation that the Sussexes would make an appearance.

After a year filled with controversies and negative press, many believed their attendance could help rehabilitate their public image.

However, the couple's absence spoke volumes about their current standing in the entertainment world.

The Mirror highlighted that Harry and Meghan may have chosen to skip the event due to Noah's previous comedic digs.

Last year, he made a notable joke referencing Harry's memoir, “Spare,” which had just hit the shelves.

During the ceremony held at the Crypto.com arena in Los Angeles, Noah humorously introduced British comedian James Corden by poking fun at Harry's revelation about suffering frostbite during a trip to the North Pole.

Noah's quip about Harry's frostbitten condition was particularly biting, as he joked that Corden was proof that a man could move from London to LA without sharing such personal details.

This punchline seems to have left a lasting impact on the couple, prompting them to reconsider their attendance this year.

Interestingly, before making Harry and Meghan the subject of his jokes, Noah had appeared on Meghan's Spotify podcast, “Archetypes.”

In that episode, he discussed life lessons from his mother, Patricia, emphasizing that a man can lead a household regardless of financial status.

His insights, however, came after facing backlash for comments about King Charles II and the monarchy's colonial past, particularly following Queen Elizabeth II's passing.

As the Grammys unfolded without them, it became clear that Harry and Meghan were not just avoiding a potentially uncomfortable situation but were also dealing with the reality of their current celebrity status.

Their absence from music's biggest night raises questions about their future in the industry, especially since Prince Harry was not nominated for any awards.

The couple's attempts to establish themselves in Hollywood have been met with mixed results.

While they have secured some high-profile deals, the lack of invitations to major events like the Grammys suggests that they are still trying to find their footing in a competitive landscape.

With no nominations and an undeniable absence from the guest list, Harry and Meghan are left to navigate the fallout from their decision to skip the ceremony.