Meghan Markle, once considered best friends with Oprah Winfrey and Tyler Perry, was noticeably absent from the red carpet premiere of The Colour Purple.
The event took place last night at the Academy Museum in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, where the stars of the November and December issue of the magazine gathered to celebrate the world premiere of the film.
This omission has raised eyebrows and left many wondering about the state of Meghan’s relationships with her former allies.
The red carpet affair was a powerful moment as these influential women publicly supported and uplifted each other.
Oprah Winfrey, who is producing the reboot of The Colour Purple, graced the red carpet alongside other members of the star-studded cast, including Taraji P. Henson, Halle Bailey, Corey Hawkins, David Alan Grier, Colman Domingo, Ciara, and Dionne Cole.
Oprah stunned in a figure-hugging purple gown that accentuated her tiny waist, reminding everyone of her iconic role in the original film adaptation directed by Steven Spielberg, which earned her an Oscar nomination in 1986.
The remake of The Colour Purple, directed by Blitz Bazzawule, features talented actresses such as Danielle Brooks, Halle Bailey, Taraji P. Henson, and Fantasia Barrino.
The film is set to hit theaters on Christmas day, making it a highly anticipated holiday release.
Interestingly, while Oprah and Tyler Perry were seen mingling with director Steven Spielberg during the event, Meghan Markle, their mutual best friend, was nowhere to be found.
It seems that Meghan did not receive an invitation to the premiere, leaving fans speculating about the reason behind her exclusion.
Some have suggested that Oprah, being the savvy media mogul she is, wanted to avoid any potential drama surrounding Meghan stealing the spotlight from her event.
The tabloids would undoubtedly focus on Meghan’s presence, her interactions on the red carpet, and any controversies surrounding her.
Oprah likely wanted the attention to remain on the film and its message, rather than being overshadowed by the “Harkle drama.”
Furthermore, questions have arisen regarding Meghan’s knowledge and understanding of the movie itself.
The Colour Purple tells the story of colored women and their struggles, and some argue that having a biracial woman like Meghan attend, who has been accused of self-hatred and dishonesty, might not have been a good look for the event.
Curiously, despite Meghan’s connections to both Tyler Perry and Oprah, she has never been cast in any of Perry’s projects or publicly acknowledged by Oprah in relation to her ventures such as Archetypes, Netflix, Spare, or Endgame.
These instances have led to speculation that Meghan’s Hollywood relaunch may not be going as planned, and there are rumors that her agency, WME, might drop her due to the potential damage she could bring to their reputation.
The recent release of Omid Scobie’s book, which has caused a royal rouse and sparked controversy, may have further complicated Meghan’s career prospects.
Hollywood agents fear that more damaging information could emerge over time, especially with looming court cases involving Meghan’s sister and potentially her father.
This uncertainty has made it challenging for industry professionals to navigate Meghan’s future in the entertainment industry.
As Meghan Markle’s Hollywood journey faces obstacles, it remains to be seen how she will overcome these challenges and regain her footing in the industry.
The omission from The Colour Purple premiere red carpet and the strained relationships with former allies Oprah Winfrey and Tyler Perry have raised concerns about Meghan’s standing and future prospects in Hollywood.