Jennifer Hudson and Beyonce Reunite at iHeart Radio Music Awards

Jennifer Hudson and former Dreamgirls co-star Beyonce shared a heartwarming reunion at the iHeart Radio Music Awards in Los Angeles.

The event marked nearly two decades since their collaboration on the 2006 hit film adapted from the Broadway musical.

Beyonce was honored with the Innovator Award, and Hudson, who recently joined the elite EGOT club, took to Instagram to express her joy and support for her long-time friend.

She posted a message celebrating Beyonce's achievement, accompanied by a photo of the two embracing, showcasing their enduring friendship.

Additionally, a backstage video captured the emotional moment as they shared a hug.

Fans on social media were quick to react to the exchange between the Grammy-winning singers.

Messages praising the duo as living legends flooded Hudson's comments section.

Comments like “what's better than one queen, two” and “fine, I'll go watch Dreamgirls for the 50th time” highlighted the lasting impact of their collaboration.

Hudson's assistant later disclosed that she attended Beyonce's post-award bash, further solidifying their bond.

However, the event took a turn when Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, was noticeably absent from Beyonce's party.

Despite a social media post connecting Meghan's mother, Doria, with Beyonce's mother, the Duchess did not receive an invitation.

Speculation arose about the reasons behind her exclusion, with some suggesting concerns over potential paparazzi presence stealing the spotlight from the host.

It was revealed that the Harkles lack a close relationship with Beyonce, despite attending her concert last year.

In the midst of these events, reports surfaced about Meghan Markle's plans to launch a new lifestyle brand, drawing comparisons to Martha Stewart.

However, royal expert Jane Barr expressed skepticism about Meghan's venture in a newsletter.

Barr questioned the strategy behind the brand's launch, noting the lack of activity on the Duchess's lifestyle blog since its unveiling.

She raised concerns about the timing of the launch and the absence of new content, suggesting that a prolonged soft launch without follow-up might not be an effective strategy.

Barr's observations cast doubt on Meghan's ability to replicate the success of lifestyle moguls like Martha Stewart or Gwyneth Paltrow.

The anticipation surrounding Meghan's brand remains high, with expectations of a blog, cooking series on Netflix, a book, and various products for sale.

However, the delay in content delivery and strategic approach have led to uncertainties about the brand's potential impact in the competitive lifestyle market.

As the public awaits further developments on Meghan Markle's lifestyle brand, the spotlight remains on her connections and engagements within the entertainment industry.

The contrast between her aspirations for a successful brand launch and the realities of building a sustainable lifestyle empire underscores the challenges faced by public figures transitioning into entrepreneurial ventures.

Meghan's journey towards establishing her brand identity will undoubtedly be closely monitored and scrutinized in the coming months, shaping perceptions of her post-royal career trajectory.