Stars from the entertainment industry came together to celebrate media mogul Oprah Winfrey’s 69th birthday over the weekend.

However, one notable absence was her best friend and confidant, Meghan Markle.

The lavish birthday celebration, organized by Anastasia Beverly Hills to commemorate the brand’s 25th anniversary, saw A-list celebrities gathering to honor the TV icon.

Among the attendees was Kim Kardashian, who took to Instagram to share pictures from the event, captioning them with “Happy Birthday” directed at Oprah.

Sharon Stone, in a heartfelt toast, expressed how Oprah means the world to everyone.

It seems that Meghan Markle missed out on the festivities, but we can only speculate whether it was as enjoyable as it appeared.

Oprah herself featured in a photo shared by her close friend Gayle King, where the two were seen stretching out their arms while partially embracing.

The 68-year-old broadcast journalist also wrote a short message in the post’s caption, expressing her deep affection for her long-time friend.

Other celebrities present at the celebration included Kerry Washington, who shared a selfie taken with Oprah in what seemed to be a dressing room.

Lori Harvey captured a video of the philanthropist being presented with a birthday cake.

Lupita Nyong’o also spent time with Oprah and expressed gratitude for the brilliant wisdom she shares.

Viola Davis affectionately described Oprah as a national treasure and an icon in a heartfelt message.

Alessandra Ambrioso, Heidi Klum, and Sofia Vergara were also spotted spending time with the birthday queen, as shared by Ambrioso on social media.

Garcelle Beauvoir referred to Oprah as Lady O in an affectionate post on her Instagram story.

Notably, Ashley Tisdale and Priyanka Chopra were present at the celebration, while Meghan Markle was not even invited.

Speculation arises as to whether Meghan’s exclusion was an act of racism or unconscious bias, echoing Oprah’s own questions.

Is Meghan at home, crying on the kitchen floor after patiently waiting by the mailbox all weekend?

It appears that the couple’s outspokenness is now working against them, following a series of similar incidents over the past few years.

However, looking beyond the drama, these snubs indicate a shift in fortune for the Sussexes.

Their decision to step back from royal duties and embrace the celebrity world has not yielded the expected results.

Three months ago, commentator Cara Kennedy claimed that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are gradually being frozen out of Hollywood.

Kennedy emphasized that becoming a power couple in Hollywood requires charisma, dedication, and charm.

The Sussexes’ absence from Barack Obama’s 60th birthday guest list further supports this notion.

The event attracted philanthropic Hollywood stars like George Clooney, Jay-Z, and Beyoncé, who have become role models for Harry and Meghan.

Speculation arose at the time that the Obamas distanced themselves due to the Sussexes’ public fallout with the rest of the royal family.

Considering Harry’s recent revelations during his press tour for his memoir, “Spare,” it’s understandable why Oprah may have excluded the couple from her birthday celebration.

Nearly three years after their bombshell interview with Oprah, where they made unfounded claims and accused the British royal family of racism, Harry’s comments made Oprah look foolish on national television.

The interview created a narrative that portrayed the British monarchy in a negative light, with the soundbite “Were you silent or silenced?”

becoming one of the most memorable moments of the year.

The interview was not an attempt to seek truth or reconciliation; rather, it seemed to be part of Harry and Meghan’s campaign to dismantle the British monarchy.

In this campaign, they used Oprah as a pawn, leveraging her sympathetic expressions and Meghan’s tearful performance to further their agenda.

While Meghan Markle may have missed out on Oprah’s birthday celebration, it appears that the tide is turning for the Sussexes.

Their transition from working royalty to celebrity status has come with its fair share of challenges and setbacks.