Prince Harry experienced a humiliating rejection from Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds, who reportedly declined to take a photo with him at a Los Angeles bar.
The incident, captured on Instagram by Reynolds’ co-owner of a soccer team, Rob McElhenney, brought to light the growing divide between Harry and the entertainment industry, as well as his own family.
Approaching Reynolds at the bar in hopes of striking up a conversation and bonding over their shared interest in soccer, Harry was met with disappointment.
Reynolds, unimpressed by Harry’s attempt to mingle with the A-listers, bluntly asked, “Who are you again?”
This snub left Harry red-faced and speechless as he realized that his fame and status had diminished since his move to the U.S. with his wife, Meghan Markle.
In contrast, Reynolds showed no remorse for his rude behavior and continued to enjoy his night with friends.
The photo of this awkward encounter, posted by McElhenney on Instagram, quickly went viral, triggering a wave of mockery and criticism towards Harry and Meghan.
Many commenters pointed out the irony of Harry being rejected by Reynolds, the co-owner of Wrexham AFC, a soccer team that Harry supports.
Reynolds and McElhenney acquired the team in 2020 and have been actively involved in its management and promotion.
Some speculated that Reynolds’ cold attitude towards Harry may have been motivated by his loyalty to the Queen, as Reynolds was born and raised in Canada, where she serves as the head of state.
Reynolds has openly expressed his admiration for the Queen, even joking about becoming her personal bodyguard in a tweet back in 2018.
Others suggested that Reynolds may have been displeased with Harry and Meghan’s involvement in the Invictus Games, a sporting event for wounded veterans founded by Harry in 2014.
Reynolds and McElhenney had planned to sponsor the event in 2020, but it was postponed due to the pandemic.
However, Harry and Meghan announced their intention to produce a Netflix documentary series about the Games without consulting Reynolds and McElhenney, leaving them feeling betrayed and sidelined.
The incident at the bar is not the only recent embarrassment for Harry and Meghan.
The couple, who have been trying to establish themselves in Hollywood, have struggled to deliver on their lucrative deals with Netflix and Spotify, which were signed in 2020.
So far, they have only produced two projects: a holiday special podcast and a documentary about Harry’s mental health.
Unfortunately, both received lukewarm reviews and low ratings, as audiences found them dull and self-indulgent.
The CEO’s decision to exclude Meghan from the promo for the show Suits has elicited mixed reactions from fans and the cast.
Some applaud him for standing up for the show’s integrity, while others criticize him for pettiness and vindictiveness.
Patrick J. Adams, who played Meghan’s on-screen husband, expressed disappointment with the CEO’s move and maintained his support for Meghan as a friend and colleague.
He praised her talent and contributions to the show, asserting that she deserves respect and recognition.
However, Gabriel Macht, who portrayed Harvey Specter, the lead character and Mike’s mentor, supported the CEO’s decision and expressed his disdain for Meghan.
He labeled her a disgrace to the show and the profession, accusing her of lying and manipulating her way to fame and betraying both the show and its fans.
Macht declared that he no longer had any respect for her as an actress or person.
The promo for the final season of Suits, expected to be released in the coming weeks, will feature the remaining cast members and guest stars, but not Meghan Markle.
The show’s finale will air in Australia in June, marking the end of an era for one of the most successful and beloved legal dramas of all time.