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Meghan Markle’s Best Friend Goes Silent Amid Netflix Documentary Release
Meghan Markle's once-close friend, Jessica Mulroney, has noticeably retreated from social media as the Duchess of Sussex's new Netflix documentary makes waves.
Despite a poignant phone call between the two women being featured in the series, Jessica has chosen to maintain an uncharacteristic silence online.
With a substantial following of 412,000 on Instagram, the Toronto-based stylist has refrained from sharing any updates on her feed or stories since the premiere of the Harcourts TV special.
In a revealing moment during the second episode of the documentary, viewers witness Meghan Markle sharing exclusive footage from the night she and Prince Harry became engaged in 2017 with Netflix producers.
Just before Prince Harry's heartfelt proposal at Kensington Palace's walled garden, Meghan is seen on video calling out to her friend Jessica, exclaiming, “Oh my god Jess, it's happening.
He told me not to peek.”
This intimate exchange sheds light on their previously close relationship, which may have been strained following Jessica's controversial remarks on white privilege.
The documentary further unveils never-before-seen footage of Prince Harry's romantic proposal, capturing the prince on bended knee surrounded by a serene setting of candles and white roses.
Meghan discloses her premonition of the impending proposal that evening, recalling how she suspected something special was afoot as Prince Harry tended to a bottle of champagne while she prepared dinner in their Nottingham cottage home.
Despite their public narrative of the engagement being a surprise, the candid video call to Jessica Mulroney suggests otherwise.
Reports suggest that Corey Vitiello, owner of The Harbour Room in Toronto, played a pivotal role in introducing Meghan to a higher echelon of society.
This new social circle included influential figures such as Marcus Anderson, the global membership director of Soho House, and the son of a former Canadian Prime Minister.
Transitioning from her acting career to a socialite status, Meghan leveraged these connections to establish herself within elite circles, paving the way for her enduring friendship with Jessica Mulroney.
Jessica Mulroney, married to Ben Mulroney, son of former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, hails from a wealthy background and is an heiress to the renowned Canadian shoe line, Brown Shoes Inc.
Known for her work as a fashion designer and styling outfits for prominent figures like Sophie Trudeau, wife of the Canadian Prime Minister, Jessica embodies the epitome of a rich socialite.
Despite their close bond, rumors of a fallout between Meghan and Jessica have persisted, particularly after Jessica's involvement in the Megxit saga.
The rift between the two women seemingly deepened in 2020 when Jessica found herself embroiled in controversy following comments on white privilege made to lifestyle blogger Sasha Exeter during a discussion on the Black Lives Matter movement.
Though Jessica denied any racist intent, Sasha expressed feeling intimidated by the stylist's words.
Despite issuing multiple public apologies in the aftermath, Jessica faced professional repercussions, including being dropped by several television networks, as the backlash intensified.
Throughout the tumultuous period, Meghan Markle opted to maintain a discreet stance on the matter, refraining from publicly addressing the situation surrounding her estranged friend.
As Jessica Mulroney grappled with the fallout from her actions, the once inseparable duo appeared to drift apart, with Jessica notably absent from the Netflix docuseries despite her alleged involvement in pivotal moments of Meghan's life.
The evolving dynamics of their relationship continue to captivate public interest, underscoring the complexities of friendship and fame in the spotlight.