Amidst rising tensions and controversy surrounding the upcoming Invictus Games, Jennifer Lopez has reportedly declined Meghan Markle’s invitation to perform.
The Duchess of Sussex had expressed her desire for both Jennifer Lopez and Cher to grace the stage at the prestigious event, set to take place in September.
Speculations arose after a report by Heat News suggested that Prince Harry aimed to present a united front with his wife amidst swirling rumors of discord within the royal family.
According to an insider cited in the publication, Meghan Markle had laid out a series of stringent demands for the occasion, some of which included specific requirements for Jennifer Lopez and Cher’s participation.
The Duchess supposedly meticulously planned her meals and snacks, specified air temperatures, linens, decor preferences for hotel accommodations, and insisted on chauffeur-driven limos for transportation throughout the event.
The Duchess of Sussex is scheduled to join Prince Harry in Dusseldorf for the annual Invictus Games, where the couple is expected to make a public appearance together.
However, reports suggest that Meghan’s extensive list of requests has caused distress among the event’s staff and chefs, who are primarily tasked with serving veterans.
The budget allocated for the event seems to have been stretched beyond its limits due to the Duchess’s extravagant demands.
Amidst uncertainties surrounding Meghan’s involvement in the Invictus Games, Jennifer Lopez reportedly expressed concerns about the reception she might receive from the Duchess.
The latest trailer for the event did not feature any appearances by Meghan Markle, leaving fans and organizers questioning her potential participation on stage.
Meanwhile, Jennifer Lopez is anticipated to make an appearance at the upcoming Earthshot Prize event, hosted by the Prince and Princess of Wales.
Scheduled to visit New York City in September, the Prince of Wales will attend the annual innovations summit alongside his wife, where the 15 Earthshot Prize finalists for 2023 will be unveiled.
Notably, the awards ceremony is set to take place in Singapore in November, with Prince William and Kate Middleton expected to attend.
Renowned singer Billie Eilish is among the lineup of performers scheduled to grace the stage at the Earthshot Prize event, where Oscar-winning actor Rami Malek will also be presenting one of the awards.
Alongside Princess Catherine and other prominent figures, Jennifer Lopez is listed as a guest for the prestigious occasion.
Jennifer Lopez’s connection to the royal family dates back to her encounter with Prince William and Kate Middleton at a BAFTA event in Los Angeles.
The Hollywood star expressed admiration for the royal couple, describing the princess as “real purdy and tall.”
Joining a star-studded guest list including Tom Hanks, Rita Wilson, Reese Witherspoon, and other A-list celebrities, Jennifer Lopez found herself in awe of England’s power couple during the memorable gathering at the historic Belasco Theatre in downtown LA.