Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, seems to have been snubbed from yet another celebrity event.
After being excluded from Oprah Winfrey’s birthday festivities, it appears that Meghan was also left out of Cleo Wade’s joint birthday celebration with actress Nicole Richie.
Wade, an author, poet, and activist, turned 34 on September 13th, while Richie is set to turn 42 on Thursday.
According to People magazine, Wade’s birthday bash was a star-studded affair, with guests including Cameron Diaz, Sofia Richie, and Rachel Zoe.
However, noticeably absent from the guest list was Meghan Markle, who had recently been seen in a photo with Wade at a brunch.
This exclusion has raised eyebrows and sparked speculation about the state of their friendship.
The decision to leave Meghan out of the celebration has led to some mocking and questioning.
Actress Nicole Richie, who is Lionel Richie’s daughter and was once Paris Hilton’s best friend, has a connection to Meghan through her sister-in-law, Cameron Diaz.
Meghan had previously mentioned meeting Cameron at a sushi place, but Cameron’s PR team denied any involvement with what they called the “gruesome twosome.”
This has led some to wonder if Meghan’s absence from the party was a result of her alleged attempt to create buzz using Cameron’s name.
Cleo Wade, the birthday girl, is engaged to Simon Kinberg, a renowned Hollywood figure known for his work as a filmmaker and scriptwriter.
Kinberg has been involved in projects like the X-Men series, Deadpool, and The Martian.
Cleo, an accomplished author and activist, is often seen at fashion week events and has a significant following on Instagram.
She counts celebrities like Katy Perry, Drew Barrymore, and Nicole Richie among her fans and close friends.
Reese Witherspoon has also praised Cleo, likening her to a beloved creative aunt or older sister.
It is worth noting that Meghan Markle had reportedly expressed interest in playing the role of Angelina Jolie in a proposed reboot of the popular film, “Mr and Mrs Smith.”
The original movie, which featured Jolie and Brad Pitt as spies who unknowingly marry each other, was a massive success.
Amazon Prime Studios has shown interest in creating a new series adaptation of the film, with Donald Glover set to lead the project.
However, sources reveal that Simon Kinberg, the scriptwriter for the reboot, did not consider Meghan suitable for the role.
He believed that Meghan lacked the necessary flexibility and that the genre may not align with her current image and brand.
Despite the fact that Cleo Wade, Simon Kinberg’s wife, was once a friend of Meghan’s, recent actions suggest a strain in their relationship.
Cleo removed her name tag from a photo celebrating Meghan’s birthday, and there has been a lack of interaction between the two on social media.
Furthermore, Meghan was left off the guest list for Cleo’s birthday party, adding fuel to the speculation.
As Meghan Markle continues to navigate her post-royal life and explore opportunities in the entertainment industry, it seems that her relationships with some celebrity friends may be evolving.
While it remains unclear why Meghan was excluded from Cleo Wade’s birthday celebration, it is evident that their once-close bond has experienced a shift.
As the Duchess seeks to carve out her own path, she may find herself facing both support and challenges from those within the Hollywood circle.