In yet another surprising twist from Montecito, Meghan Markle has raised eyebrows after inviting Chrissy Teigen to a high-profile event while many A-list celebrities reportedly chose to stay far away. The move has sparked endless chatter, with fans and critics alike questioning why Meghan’s guest list looked more like a last-minute scramble than a star-studded affair.
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According to sources close to the Sussexes, Meghan was hoping to dazzle the world by surrounding herself with Hollywood’s elite. Insiders claim invites went out to a wide range of well-known names, including top actors, musicians, and fashion icons. But when the big day arrived, the room looked strikingly different from Meghan’s expectations. Most of the “real” celebrities, as fans put it, were nowhere to be seen—leaving Meghan scrambling to fill seats with friendlier faces like Chrissy Teigen.
The presence of Teigen, though not unexpected given her outspoken personality and previous ties to Meghan, immediately caught the attention of social media. Many users questioned why Meghan leaned so heavily on Chrissy’s appearance rather than securing the A-listers she has often claimed to be close to. “She wanted Beyoncé, Oprah, and George Clooney,” one commentator quipped. “Instead, she got Chrissy Teigen tweeting jokes about her outfit.”
Observers also noted that the event itself felt more like a staged performance than a genuine gathering of Hollywood royalty. “It was Meghan trying to prove she still has pull in the celebrity world,” one source explained. “But the truth is, the bigger stars kept their distance. That’s telling.”
Prince Harry, as usual, was seen hovering awkwardly on the sidelines. Insiders say he appeared “uncomfortable” with the lackluster turnout and reportedly asked Meghan if this was really the kind of public image they wanted to project. Meghan, however, was said to be all smiles in front of cameras, making sure photographers captured every angle of her with Teigen.
The backlash online was swift. Critics accused Meghan of “clinging” to second-tier celebrity connections, while supporters insisted that she should be applauded for sticking with genuine friends. Either way, the optics were clear—Hollywood’s biggest names weren’t interested in showing up.
For Meghan, this was meant to be a glittering display of her star power. Instead, it has become yet another headline that raises the question: has Meghan Markle’s influence in Hollywood already started to fade?