Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly losing their A-list friends, but they seem not to understand the reason. It was recently reported that the couple feels that they are judged differently compared to Prince William and Kate Middleton. Moreover, their friendships with multiple celebrities have allegedly taken a toll.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are being ditched by A-list friends, claims report
According to the Daily Mail‘s Alison Boshoff, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle‘s bonds with A-list friends have fizzled out. The author stated that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have “no bridges left to burn.” However, they allegedly don’t think it can be their fault. “They don’t get it. They never think it is them,” an associate of the pair told Boshoff.
Her source further added, “They love famous people – they are very name-droppy. The association gives them a kick. But if someone stops calling they don’t ask why.” Boshoff also discussed the Suits alum’s friendship with Oprah Winfrey and how they aren’t close anymore. The writer’s source told her that Markle has “definitely been to Oprah’s house.” However, the ladies “are not as close as they once were.” Former Page Six columnist Paula Froelich told Boshoff, “The truth is Oprah has been long-arming the Sussexes for some time.”
Winfrey “can’t let them drift too far away because if something happens – one of the three big Ds, divorce, death or drama – she will want the interview.” However, “she is not actually friends with them.” Moreover, Froelich believes that celebrities might be distancing themselves from Harry and Meghan because long-term alignment with the Sussex brand carries a risk to reputation.
“No one wants to hang out with Meghan,” Froelich said. She continued, “Lots of reasons, but she might sell clothes while using their name.” Froelich further explained, “Oprah was tarnished by her association with them. The interview she did in 2021 was so soft and she didn’t push back on anything said, so she was seen as a sycophant rather than a great interviewer.”
Originally reported by Ritika Singh on Mandatory.
