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Golden Globes Roast: Meghan and Harry in the Hot Seat
The recent Golden Globes ceremony turned into an unexpected roast of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, even though the couple was nowhere to be found.
The event provided a perfect platform for jabs aimed at the so-called Renegade Royals.
With their absence, the spotlight naturally shifted to their past connections, particularly from Meghan's former “Suits” co-stars, who didn't hold back in their critiques.
Host Joe Coy led the charge with a bold monologue that took aim at the couple's perceived sense of entitlement and lack of productivity.
One of the standout moments came when nominee Imelda Staunton, who portrayed Queen Elizabeth II, humorously revealed that Harry had reached out to her for financial help.
It was a biting comment that left many in the audience, including Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos, squirming in discomfort.
But the drama didn't stop there.
Gina Torres, another of Meghan's former co-stars, shared some juicy details about why Meghan was missing from the cast reunion at the Golden Globes.
According to Torres, Meghan was not included in the group chat that keeps the cast connected, raising eyebrows about her current standing among her old colleagues.
Adding fuel to the fire, it was reported that Meghan's A-list wedding guests—like George and Amal Clooney, James Corden, and Idris Elba—didn't actually know her well.
Instead of being close friends, they were more like potential recruits for Meghan's Hollywood aspirations.
Oprah Winfrey, who sat prominently at the royal wedding, was another example; the two had barely met before she became the host of their controversial interview in 2021.
Fast forward to the Golden Globes, where Winfrey once again stole the spotlight by presenting the final award of the night.
It felt as if Meghan and Harry were orchestrating their own Hollywood spectacle, complete with celebrity appearances and staged interviews to maintain their relevance.
2023 was supposed to be a banner year for the couple, marking their grand entrance into the media and philanthropy realms.
Instead, it has been a turbulent ride.
Harry's memoir, “Spare,” which aimed to offer a candid look behind palace walls, was labeled as whiny by The Hollywood Reporter, and the mockery continued with late-night hosts like Jimmy Kimmel poking fun at Harry's personal anecdotes.
In fact, T.J.'s sharp critique of the couple painted them as living in a self-righteous bubble, one that desperately needed bursting.
The backlash intensified after a Spotify executive described them as grifters following the disappointing reception of Meghan's podcast, “Archetypes.”
The saga doesn't end here.
Omid Scobie's book, “Endgame,” reignited allegations that the couple has been undermining the British monarchy while attempting to profit off their royal connections.
Their much-discussed account of a chaotic car chase in Manhattan also faced scrutiny from both the New York Police Department and the New York Times.
As we dissect this unfolding drama starring Harry and Meghan, it's hard not to wonder if they are inadvertently crafting their own narrative of downfall.
The Golden Globes may have merely scratched the surface of a much larger story, and as this attention-seeking duo continues their quest for relevance, the world is left watching closely.
This royal saga is far from over, and with each new revelation, it becomes increasingly clear that the couple's path is fraught with challenges.
The question remains: will they manage to navigate this storm, or are they destined for further public ridicule?