Megan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is making headlines once again as she plans to relaunch her lifestyle blog, The Tig, after a six-year hiatus.
This move has raised eyebrows and sparked speculation about her intentions and competition with other successful businesswomen in the industry, such as Jessica Alba and Gwyneth Paltrow.
Esther Cruick, a writer and broadcaster, shared her thoughts on the matter during an interview with Sky Australia.
She expressed her surprise at Megan’s decision, stating that Megan’s background as an actress doesn’t necessarily make her a legitimate businesswoman.
However, Cruick acknowledged that Megan and her husband, Prince Harry, are likely looking for a cause to support that aligns with their values, as they are aware that their actions will always be linked to the royal family.
The topic of Megan’s relationship with Jessica Alba was brought up by a Redditor who questioned whether Megan had ever reached out to the successful businesswoman.
The Redditor mentioned that Megan had reportedly tried to network with other businesswomen like Gwyneth Paltrow and Cameron Dears, who have established lifestyle brands.
However, the Redditor wondered why Megan hadn’t approached Jessica Alba, who shares a similar mixed-race background and has achieved great success with her company, Honest.
Jessica Alba founded Honest Company in 2011, and the consumer goods company has experienced both highs and lows since then.
Last fall, the company’s valuation was slashed in half during a funding round.
Despite this, Alba remains a prominent figure in the business world.
In 2018, she took to Instagram to congratulate Megan on her wedding, showcasing their friendly connection.
However, some speculate that there may be underlying animosity between Megan and Jessica.
One Redditor suggested that Megan’s ego couldn’t handle being around someone as successful and accomplished as Alba, who didn’t use race as a means to gain advantage or sympathy.
Another Redditor mentioned that Alba and Megan may have crossed paths during auditions for similar roles, implying that there might be some professional rivalry between them.
Furthermore, it appears that Megan and her husband’s involvement with Baby2Baby, a charity sponsored by Honest Company, has also caused some controversy.
In 2020, the couple participated in a promotional video for the charity, but their visit was labeled a PR stunt.
They distributed school supply-filled backpacks at Knox Elementary in South Los Angeles but were criticized for making demands and leaving shortly after being photographed.
Notably, the Baby2Baby gala held in 2022 did not extend an invitation to Harry and Megan, despite their close ties to the charity.
Even Tyler Perry, a dear friend of Megan, attended the event, further fueling speculation about Megan’s exclusion.
It seems that Megan’s actions and behavior may have overshadowed the charitable cause, leading to her being left out of the event.
It remains unclear whether Jessica Alba intentionally excluded Megan from the Baby2Baby events.
However, it is evident that Megan’s actions and the attention she attracts have made it difficult for her to be included in certain circles.
As Megan continues to navigate her post-royal life, it will be interesting to see how she balances her aspirations as a businesswoman with her public image and the expectations that come with her royal connections.