Cammy Marrone, a prominent source in the entertainment industry, has unveiled an intriguing piece of news regarding Meghan Markle.
It appears that the Duchess of Sussex was left off the guest list for the highly anticipated WME Awards season toast.
This exclusive event took place at the renowned Soho House West Hollywood and served as a celebration of the agency’s clients and collaborators during this bustling awards season.
Hollywood is gradually returning to its pre-pandemic glory, with a series of star-studded parties leading up to the much-anticipated Monday night ceremony.
Major players in the industry, including Netflix, Disney, HBO, Apple, UTA, and more, have all hosted their own extravagant celebrations.
WME, a powerhouse agency, has also joined in the festivities, celebrating the success of the celebrities it represents.
Sources close to the matter have confirmed that Meghan Markle, despite her affiliation with WME, did not receive an invitation to this exclusive gathering.
The timing of the event, which followed the Critics’ Choice Awards, allowed for a number of winners to attend and revel in their achievements.
Notable figures such as Jeremy Allen White, Eben Moss-Bachrach, Kieran Culkin, Robert Downey Jr., and Stephen Yeun were spotted mingling with industry elites like Brie Larson, Tina Fey, Julianne Moore, Tom Holland, and many others.
The event also saw the presence of Endeavour Executive Chairman Patrick Whitesell, WME scripted TV co-heads Erin Junkin and Tom Wellington, talent co-heads Doug Lukjad and Andrew Dunlop, motion picture co-head Roger Green, and Samantha Stone, Chief Experience Officer for Soho House.
Additionally, renowned names like Robert Pattinson, Bob Odenkirk, Aziz Ansari, Celine Song, Matty Matheson, Simona Tabasco, Matthew Rhys, Lionel Boyce, and Li Sung Jin were seen toasting to the season’s success.
However, amidst the joyous atmosphere, it seems that Meghan Markle may be feeling left out.
An insider revealed that she is likely humiliated by the fact that she is the only individual within the agency who has not achieved any awards or recognition.
The Golden Globes, Critics’ Choice Awards, and Emmys have all seemingly overlooked her, despite her purchase of the Aviation Award for her husband, Prince Harry, as WME does not represent him.
In fact, it appears that Meghan’s presence has been forgotten by both leaders and staff at the agency.
It is best that her absence remains unmentioned during such events, as it could potentially disrupt the harmonious ambiance.
Sources suggest that Meghan’s talent team at William Morrison Endeavour, the agency she recently signed with, is dismayed by the ongoing scandal surrounding her and Prince Harry, which threatens their future plans in California.
WME, led by Ari Emanuel, holds significant influence in Hollywood.
While they may not be on the same level as CAA or UTA, their impact is still substantial.
The fact that Meghan Markle did not even receive a nomination speaks volumes.
For others, not receiving a nod may be due to a surplus of talent and limited nomination spots.
However, in the case of the Sussexes, it is a clear rejection.
Their unfavorable reputation in Hollywood has resulted in their exclusion from nominations.
If Meghan still held favor with WME, they would undoubtedly have secured her an invitation to the prestigious awards ceremony.
What better way to expand her network than by attending one of the most significant nights in the industry?
WME could have easily arranged for her attendance at events like the Golden Globes or even accompanied her themselves.
Alternatively, they could have secured invitations for her to attend one or more of the Golden Globes after-parties.