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The Cold Shoulder: Meghan Markle’s Oscar Night Snub
Hollywood's most glamorous night is just around the corner, and the buzz is palpable.
Yet, amid the glitz and the glamour of the Vanity Fair Oscar party, one name is notably missing from the guest list: Meghan Markle.
The Duchess of Sussex, who has been making headlines for her attempts to carve out a place in Hollywood, has reportedly been given the cold shoulder by Radhika Jones, the editor of Vanity Fair.
As invitations for the prestigious event circulate, it seems that Meghan's royal title and aspirations didn't quite cut it this time.
The Vanity Fair party, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary, is set to take place at the Wallace-Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills.
This year, however, it appears to be a Meghan-free zone, much to the delight of many.
This star-studded affair is known for gathering Hollywood's elite, with names like Emma Stone, Bradley Cooper, and Ryan Gosling on the guest list.
However, Meghan's absence speaks volumes about her current standing in the industry.
Sources close to the situation suggest that her attempts to secure an invitation through her newly branded venture, Sussex Royal Light, fell flat.
Rumors have swirled that Meghan's agency, WME, has parted ways with her, leaving her scrambling for relevance.
Using her royal status as leverage to gain entry into such an exclusive event seems to have backfired spectacularly.
The A-listers at the Vanity Fair bash aren't exactly clamoring for a photo-op with the Duchess of Discontent.
Imagine Meghan and Harry attempting to make an entrance at this high-profile gathering.
It would be akin to bringing a kazoo to a symphony—out of place and rather laughable.
Their entourage, complete with security, might not impress the crowd of Hollywood royalty accustomed to a different kind of star power.
The thought of them lurking in the shadows, hoping for a chance to mingle with true A-listers, paints a rather comical picture.
As the real stars of the night shine, Meghan and Harry would likely find themselves on the outside looking in, facing the inevitable side-eye from those who have made it in the industry without royal connections.
In a surprising twist, Meghan is reportedly eager to become friends with none other than Taylor Swift.
The queen of reinvention herself, Swift is a figure Meghan seems desperate to align with.
Reports indicate that Meghan even sent a handwritten note to Taylor, inviting her onto her podcast.
Spoiler alert: Taylor didn't respond.
Aligning with the Sussexes could be seen as career suicide for many in Hollywood, and Taylor Swift is no exception.
After all, she knows the value of her connections and isn't about to swap royal ties with Prince William for a fleeting friendship with Meghan.
As Oscar night approaches, it's clear that Meghan will be watching from afar, reflecting on missed opportunities and the choices that led her here.
The bright lights of Hollywood may be shining, but for Meghan, they'll serve as a reminder of what could have been had she navigated her post-royal life differently.
With another snub under her belt, one wonders what the future holds for the Duchess of Sussex.
Will there be a next year, or is this the beginning of a long wait for acceptance in a world that seems to have moved on?
Only time will tell if Meghan can turn her fortunes around or if she'll remain a spectator in the glittering realm of Hollywood.