Emmy-winning actress and activist Judith Light made headlines at the Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday night when she expressed her strong disapproval of Meghan Markle’s uninvited appearance.
Nominated for her role in Poker Face, Light reportedly confronted Markle backstage and firmly insisted that she leave the ceremony.
Witnesses recount a heated exchange, with Light expressing fury upon seeing Markle sneak into the auditorium with Harry.
According to sources, Light believed that Markle’s uninvited presence was a disrespectful act towards the industry and the nominees.
She viewed it as an attempt to steal the spotlight from the genuine stars of the night.
Light, who has been a vocal critic of Markle and Prince Harry since their departure from the royal family to California, approached Markle during a commercial break.
During their encounter, Light questioned Markle about her presence, expressing skepticism about her claimed intention to support friends and colleagues.
Light pointed out that Markle, who wore a stunning black gown and a diamond necklace, had not been involved in TV or film work since leaving Suits.
She asserted that Markle did not belong at the event, emphasizing that the night was meant to celebrate the achievements of hardworking individuals contributing quality content to audiences.
Markle defended herself by mentioning her deals with Netflix and Spotify, as well as ongoing projects.
She also cited her Emmy nomination from the previous year for her interview with Oprah Winfrey, expressing respect for the industry.
However, Light dismissed these claims as a joke, stating that Markle’s deals with Netflix and Spotify were a scam, producing nothing of value.
She also accused Markle’s interview with Oprah of being a disgraceful fabrication.
In no uncertain terms, Light told Markle to leave the Emmys and never return.
She also cautioned her to stay away from other nominees and guests who, according to Light, had no desire to associate with her.
Visibly upset, Markle left the venue hand-in-hand with Harry, surrounded by paparazzi and security guards.
The confrontation stirred reactions among Emmy attendees and viewers, prompting discussions on social media.
While some praised Light for calling out Markle’s behavior, others criticized her for being perceived as rude and mean.
Opinions varied, with some labeling Light a legend and hero for speaking out against what they perceive as Markle’s deceitful and selfish actions, while others accused Light of jealousy and bitterness.
One user even suggested that Light deserved an Emmy for exposing Markle for who they believed she truly is.
Even showbiz expert Sabrina Hitchen has shared words of wisdom for the Sussexes, advising them to avoid repeating mistakes made in 2023.
Hitchen emphasized that some mistakes are less easy to forget, especially when building a brand on them.
She mentioned continuously sharing grievances while living a private jet lifestyle and over-sharing dirty family laundry as examples.
These mistakes may cause the public’s feelings towards the Sussexes to sour.
Hitchen advised the couple to set their eyes on the future, realizing that there’s plenty of time for them to build careers and make mistakes, but they must do so from a fresh space rooted in the future.
She concluded by saying that taking chances on new big dreams and making mistakes is normal, but returning to past mistakes is something the public is over, and the Sussexes should be too.