Harry and Meghan: The Struggle for Hollywood Relevance

In the ever-evolving landscape of celebrity culture, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle appear to be grappling with their place in Hollywood.

According to royal expert Kinsey Schofield, the couple has reportedly been left off guest lists for various events, including Denise Richards' recent birthday celebration.

The reasoning?

Their presence tends to overshadow the main event, diverting attention away from the cause at hand.

Denise Richards, a well-known actress and former star of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, recently took to Instagram to share her birthday getaway.

Her husband whisked her away to a picturesque cottage nestled in Montecito, California—a town that happens to be home to Harry and Meghan.

This tranquil setting seems to be a stark contrast to the whirlwind of media attention surrounding the Sussexes.

Meanwhile, whispers around Hollywood suggest that Harry and Meghan were quite excited about receiving an invitation to Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi's vow renewal ceremony.

A source close to the couple indicated that they are eager to seize any potential collaborations and opportunities in Tinseltown.

However, the question remains: just how far are they willing to go to elevate their brand?

TV presenter Nick Ede weighed in on the couple's aspirations, noting that Harry and Meghan had anticipated a swift rise to the top of Hollywood's social ladder after relocating to the U.S.

Unfortunately, reality has proven otherwise.

Ede revealed that the couple seems to have underestimated the competitive nature of the entertainment industry, finding themselves lower on the hierarchy than they had expected.

Adding a twist to the narrative, Kimberly Birch, a contestant from the reality show “I Wanna Marry Harry,” recently reflected on the irony of Prince Harry's choice of partner.

Nearly a decade ago, Birch faced criticism for believing she could win the heart of someone like Harry.

Now, she finds solace in the fact that he chose an American actress, Meghan, who was once labeled as a “nobody.”

Birch's experience on the show, which aired in 2014, revolved around a lookalike of Prince Harry, Matthew Hicks.

After winning, she faced a barrage of negative comments suggesting that the real prince would never consider dating someone who wasn't British or famous.

Fast forward to today, and Birch feels vindicated, recognizing the parallels between her past and Meghan's present.

The backlash against Meghan Markle during her early relationship with Harry was palpable.

Critics often dismissed her as just another B-list American actress.

Yet here she is, married to the prince.

Birch finds it ironic that Meghan, once seen as an unlikely match, now shares a life with the Duke of Sussex.

When Harry and Meghan first made the move to California, speculation ran rampant about their choice of home.

Many believed they strategically selected their mansion's location to remain close to Hollywood.

With just a two-hour drive separating them from the entertainment capital, the couple likely envisioned a life filled with connections to A-list celebrities.

However, the anticipated Hollywood welcome didn't materialize.

While Harry found success with his tell-all memoir, “Spare,” Meghan appears to be seeking a different path.

Recent hints suggest that she might be looking to Instagram as a means to achieve the fame and fortune she desires.

In an interview, Meghan hinted at a possible return to social media, further fueling speculation about her ambitions.

A new Instagram account under her name has also surfaced, indicating that she may be ready to embrace the digital world once again.

As Harry and Meghan navigate their post-royal lives, it's clear they are trying to carve out a niche for themselves in a highly competitive environment.

Whether they will succeed in establishing their brand and gaining the relevance they seek remains to be seen.