Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is facing a challenging phase in her career as she finds herself embroiled in a dispute with WME CEO Ari Emanuel.
The feud centers around a missed opportunity that landed in the lap of none other than renowned singer Mariah Carey, who is determined to make a name for herself in the entertainment industry.
This unexpected turn of events has dealt a blow to Markle’s aspirations, leaving her with an uphill battle in Hollywood.
Despite signing with the prestigious talent agency WME in April, with the backing of agent Ari Emanuel, Markle’s career has failed to gain traction.
Industry insiders are left perplexed by her lack of progress.
Adding to her woes, her deal with Spotify was recently canceled, further dampening her prospects.
Initially, Markle had plans to monetize her social media presence, starting with a rebranding of her blog, the Tig.
However, her strategy of promoting various products on the app, through a hidden Instagram account, failed to garner the desired response from the public.
Consequently, Markle decided to halt these marketing initiatives and explore other avenues.
Markle’s journey in the entertainment industry seems to be at a crossroads.
Despite being married to Prince Harry for nearly five years, she continues to struggle to establish herself in the film world.
Meanwhile, her rival, Mariah Carey, has experienced a recent surge in success after securing an exclusive advertising deal with Victoria’s Secret for their Christmas collection.
Carey serves as the face and spokesperson for the brand, showcasing her favorite products, such as bronze corsets adorned with gold sequins, candy cane fantasies, and stunning red mules.
Reports suggest that Markle’s resentment and jealousy reached its peak when she learned of Carey’s triumph with Victoria’s Secret.
According to a tabloid, Markle was upset with WME CEO Ari Emanuel for letting this opportunity slip away.
The incident occurred after Markle was spotted wearing a black and white striped column dress while dining with Prince Harry in Montecito, California.
Observers noted the similarities between Markle’s attire and a Giorgio Armani ensemble worn by Carey in 1996, leading to accusations of copying Carey’s style.
Interestingly, Carey had previously appeared on Spotify’s podcast with Markle last year.
During the conversation, Markle shared her experiences of being treated differently as a black woman, particularly since her relationship with Prince Harry began.
In response, Carey playfully interjected, urging Markle to give her a moment.
This lighthearted banter took an uncomfortable turn when Markle questioned Carey about the “diva moment” she had bestowed upon her, clarifying that she was referring to her appearance rather than her attitude.
Carey emphasized that her comments were meant in jest, aiming to engage in playful banter with the former actress.
As Markle navigates the challenges of her career, it remains to be seen how she will overcome these setbacks and carve a path forward.