Oprah’s 69th Birthday Celebration: Meghan Markle Left Off the Guest List

Several prominent figures from the entertainment industry came together to celebrate Oprah's 69th birthday this past weekend.

However, one notable absence was her best friend and confidant, Meghan Markle.

A-list celebrities gathered to honor the television icon at an event organized by Anastasia Beverly Hills in conjunction with the brand's 25th anniversary.

Kim Kardashian, among others, attended the celebration, sharing pictures on her Instagram story with the caption “Happy Birthday” directed at Oprah.

Sharon Stone eloquently expressed her admiration for Oprah, toasting her as someone who means the world to the world.

Unfortunately, Meghan Markle was not present at the festivities.

However, Oprah did share a photo on her good friend Gayle King's account, featuring the two of them extending their arms while embracing each other.

The 68-year-old broadcast journalist also wrote a heartfelt message in the caption, expressing her affection for her long-time friend.

Other celebrities in attendance, such as Kerry Washington and Lori Harvey, took selfies with Oprah, capturing moments spent together in dressing rooms.

Lupita Nyong'o also shared a photo with Oprah, expressing gratitude for the brilliant wisdom she imparts.

Viola Davis affectionately described Oprah as a national treasure and an icon in a touching message.

Alessandra Ambrioso, Heidi Klum, and Sofia Vergara also spent time with the birthday queen, as shown in a photo shared by Ambrioso.

Garcelle Beauvoir took to her Instagram story to refer to Oprah as Lady O, showcasing the affectionate bond they share.

Notably, Ashley Tisdale and Priyanka Chopra were present at the celebration, while Meghan Markle was noticeably absent.

This raises questions about the exclusion, prompting some to wonder if it was an act of racism or unconscious bias.

Is Meghan at home feeling disappointed after eagerly awaiting an invitation all weekend?

It seems that the Markles' outspoken nature is now working against them, as this incident adds to a series of similar occurrences over the past few years.

On a more serious note, exclusions like this indicate a shift in fortune for the Sussexes.

Their decision to step back from their royal duties and embrace the life of celebrities for money and fame may not have paid off as they had hoped.

Three months ago, commentator Cara Kennedy suggested that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were gradually being sidelined in Hollywood.

Kennedy emphasized that it takes charisma, dedication, and charm to become a power couple in the industry.

Furthermore, the Sussexes were notably absent from Barack Obama's 60th birthday celebration, which attracted philanthropic Hollywood stars like George Clooney, Jay-Z, and Beyoncé – figures whom Harry and Meghan aspire to emulate.

Speculation arose that the Obamas distanced themselves due to the Sussexes' public fallout with the rest of the royal family in preceding months.

It is understandable why Oprah might not have wanted the couple at her birthday event, especially considering Harry's recent revelations during his press tour for his memoir, “Spare.”

Nearly three years after the bombshell interview with Oprah, Harry made her look foolish on national television.

During the two-hour interview, the couple made 17 unfounded claims that portrayed the British royal family as terrible racists.

Oprah's audible gasps and lack of pushback only fueled the narrative further, with the phrase “Were you silent or silenced?”

becoming one of the most memorable soundbites of the year.

Meghan's alleged tears combined with Oprah's sympathetic expression intensified the blow.

It became evident that the interview was not an attempt to speak truth or seek reconciliation; rather, it was a calculated campaign by Harry and Meghan to dismantle the British monarchy, with Oprah unwittingly playing a role as their pawn.

In conclusion, Oprah's 69th birthday celebration brought together numerous celebrities to honor her.

However, Meghan Markle's absence was conspicuous, raising questions about the reasons behind her exclusion.