In an unexpected turn of events, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were invited to attend the premiere of the new Bob Marley film in Jamaica.
The invitation came from none other than Paramount boss Brian Robbins, who shares a personal connection with the Sussexes.
However, it seems that obtaining tickets for the event was not as smooth as expected.
Reports suggest that WME, the talent agency representing Meghan, reached out to former WME Vice President Orly, in a desperate attempt to secure tickets for the couple.
The move raised eyebrows among WME staff, who questioned why such measures were necessary.
Criticism surfaced when Harry and Meghan posed for photos alongside Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness during the premiere.
Holness has been vocal about his support for Jamaica becoming a republic and severing ties with the British monarchy.
This encounter raised questions about the couple’s diplomatic choices and their alignment with the views of the Jamaican Prime Minister.
A close friend of Meghan revealed that their attendance at the premiere was a result of an invitation from Brian Robbins himself.
The source emphasized that the Sussexes share a personal friendship with the Robbins family, who reside in Los Angeles.
Harry and Meghan have long admired Bob Marley’s music and message, making this event a special opportunity for them.
Despite the connection between the Sussexes and the Robbins family, some observers noted that there appeared to be a lack of interaction between them during the premiere.
Speculation arose as to why the couple seemed to be ignored by their supposed friends.
It remains unclear why they were treated in such a manner.
Insiders close to WME staff shed light on the situation, revealing that Meghan had urged WME CEO Ari Emanuel to intervene and secure the tickets.
Aulia Guy Marley, former WME Vice President and wife of Ziggy Marley, played a pivotal role in this process.
However, no photographs were captured featuring Harry, Meghan, and Marley together, despite Ziggy Marley’s presence at the event.
Aulia Marley, who once held a prominent position at William Morris, left the agency in 2006 to manage Ziggy’s career.
She currently serves as an executive producer for the Bob Marley film, alongside Brad Pitt and other Hollywood producers.
Sources suggest that she maintains strong connections within the industry, including her former colleagues at WME.
The involvement of WME in securing the couple’s attendance at the premiere raises questions about their strategy.
Some believed that WME had advised Meghan and Harry to maintain a positive relationship with the British Royal Family and work towards reconciliation.
However, attending this event and being photographed with Prime Minister Holness may have hindered their progress in this regard.
Furthermore, it is worth noting that although the couple attended the premiere, they were not seated in VIP sections.
This raised speculation about the extent of WME’s role in securing their entry and the potential oversight in ensuring a more favorable seating arrangement.
Interestingly, Brad Pitt’s involvement in the film added an extra layer of intrigue.