Jennifer Aniston, known for her outspoken nature, did not hold back when it came to addressing Meghan Markle on a recent TV show.
The former Friends star, who famously feuded with Angelina Jolie over Brad Pitt, made it clear that she is not a fan of the Duchess of Sussex, who left the royal family to pursue a career in Hollywood.
Aniston, who worked alongside Markle’s rumored lover and former co-star Patrick J Adams in a failed TV pilot in 2007, had the opportunity to confront Markle about her alleged affair with Adams during a live TV show hosted by Oprah Winfrey.
The show was intended to be a reunion of the Suits cast, the legal drama that propelled Markle to fame.
However, things took a dramatic turn when Aniston, appearing as a surprise guest, accused Markle of sleeping with Adams while still married to her first husband, Trevor Engelson.
Asserting that she had evidence of Markle’s infidelity, Aniston claimed that Markle’s affair with Adams was the reason behind her divorce from Engelson in 2013.
Aniston revealed that she had witnessed Markle and Adams flirting and kissing on the set of Suits, and that their secret relationship had lasted for years.
She further alleged that Markle had used Adams to advance her career, only to discard him upon meeting Prince Harry.
Expressing sympathy for Adams, who was heartbroken by Markle’s betrayal, Aniston also criticized Markle’s hypocrisy.
While portraying herself as a humanitarian and feminist, Markle was, according to Aniston, manipulative and self-centered.
Markle, visibly shocked and angry, vehemently denied the accusations, labeling Aniston a liar.
She maintained that she and Adams were nothing more than friends and colleagues, and that they had never crossed any boundaries.
Markle professed her love for Engelson but explained that their busy schedules and long-distance relationship led to their separation.
She emphasized her happiness with Prince Harry and highlighted their decision to leave the royal family in order to safeguard their privacy and protect their son, Archie.
Markle expressed pride in her work as an actress and activist, asserting that she had nothing to hide.
The heated argument between the two women escalated, with Aniston branding Markle a homewrecker and a fraud, while Markle retaliated by calling Aniston bitter and jealous.
Despite Winfrey’s attempts to mediate and restore calm, both women stormed off the stage, abruptly ending the show.
This incident sparked a massive controversy, with fans and media outlets taking sides.
Some commended Aniston for exposing what they believed to be Markle’s true colors, while others criticized her for being rude and disrespectful.
Markle found support from those who saw her as standing up for herself, though skeptics questioned her credibility and honesty.
The scandal also had repercussions on the careers and reputations of both women.
Aniston, already facing challenges in finding new roles following the end of her morning show, faced backlash from fans and colleagues who accused her of being mean-spirited and unprofessional.
Markle, already under scrutiny for her Oprah interview, encountered increased public and press scrutiny, with questions raised about her motives and morals.
Meanwhile, Adams chose to remain silent and avoid the spotlight.
Happily married to actress Troian Bellisario and with a successful career as a producer and director, he had no interest in getting entangled in the drama.
The feud between Jennifer Aniston and Meghan Markle has become one of the most sensational and shocking stories of the year, showcasing how fame, fortune, and love can create enemies and scandals in Hollywood.