Several Hollywood friendships of former actress Meghan Markle appear to be on shaky ground as the Duchess and Prince Harry strive to establish themselves in the film industry.
One notable friendship reportedly affected is with Hollywood star George Clooney.
Clooney’s Presence at the Sussex Wedding
Back in 2018, Hollywood heartthrob George Clooney and his wife Amal attended the wedding of Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan. Reportedly, Meghan had visited the Clooneys at their residences in Oxfordshire and L.A., particularly around the time of her own wedding in Windsor.
Clooney and Meghan – Once Close Friends
In 2021, the Gazette New Idea claimed that a close friendship had developed between George Clooney and Meghan. They were said to stay in touch via WhatsApp group chats. The gossip magazine even hinted that Clooney’s wife, Amal, might have been a tad jealous of her husband’s strong rapport with the Duchess of Sussex.
A Cooling of Relations?
However, recent reports from the Daily Mail suggest that Meghan’s once-close relationship with George Clooney might be a thing of the past. A source claimed that they are no longer “bosom buddies.” Clooney now joins the list of Hollywood celebrities for whom maintaining good relations with the British Royal Family seems to be more important than being friends with the Sussexes. Other stars, like Steven Spielberg, Jeff Bridges, and Ellen DeGeneres, are reportedly intentionally avoiding any association with Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan to safeguard their business interests.
Stars Tread Cautiously
An expert in the field of royalty stated that major players in Hollywood have been steering clear of being linked to Meghan and Harry for some time. The expert reasoned that celebrities do not want to risk their projects, such as movies and Broadway performances, by being perceived as friends of the Duke and Duchess. This is likely because the support of Prince William and Kate, as key figures in London, would be crucial for such projects, and they may not endorse them if they think someone is close to Harry and Meghan.
The alleged cooling of several Hollywood friendships with Duchess Meghan and Prince Harry indicates that some celebrities prioritize their relationship with the Royal Family over personal connections. The media and the public will undoubtedly keep a close eye on how relationships between the Sussexes and the Hollywood elite continue to evolve. As the couple forges their path in the entertainment industry, the dynamics of their friendships with celebrities will remain a subject of interest and speculation.
