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Sundance Film Festival Shuns Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stirred up controversy once again when they found themselves abruptly ousted from the prestigious Sundance Film Festival in Utah.
The Hollywood elite, already critical of the couple for their continuous criticisms of the royal family, were further outraged when the uninvited duo attempted to make an appearance at the renowned festival.
Despite facing widespread disapproval from celebrities, the couple boldly tried to crash the event known for showcasing cutting-edge works from global filmmakers under the guidance of founder Robert Redford.
The Sundance Film Festival upholds a strict invitation-only policy, ensuring the presence of the most influential and respected figures in the independent film industry.
Undeterred by the exclusivity of the event, Meghan and Harry, keen on making their mark in Hollywood, chose to disregard protocol and showed up uninvited, aiming to network with industry insiders and promote their projects.
Their private jet landed at the Eccles Theater, where they attempted to gain entry to the screening of The Lost Daughter, starring Olivia Colman and Dakota Johnson.
Their bold scheme quickly fell apart as security intercepted them, revealing their absence from the guest list.
Despite trying to use their royal status and charm to their advantage, their efforts proved fruitless, resulting in their immediate removal for causing a commotion.
Witnesses observed the couple's humiliation and frustration as security escorted them out, while attendees expressed their disapproval through boos and jeers.
Celebrities present at the venue, appalled by Meghan and Harry's actions, stood in solidarity with the festival organizers.
Notably, Robert Redford himself voiced his astonishment and disappointment.
Redford emphasized that the couple exhibited a lack of regard for the festival's regulations and principles, concluding that they did not belong in the independent film community.
He expressed a wish for Meghan and Harry to learn from their blunder and abstain from future attempts to attend the festival.
This incident at the Sundance Film Festival adds to a string of scandals and disputes encircling the couple since their relocation to the U.S.
Criticized for their perceived hypocrisy, privacy issues, political involvement, legal battles against the media, and controversial interviews, Meghan and Harry have encountered rejection from former acquaintances and relatives in the royal family.