Natalie Portman Steals the Spotlight at Cannes with Dior’s Magnificent Creation

Natalie Portman made heads turn at the Cannes Film Festival as she graced the red carpet in a stunning jewel-encrusted dress.

The actress, along with her co-stars Charles Melton, Julianne Moore, and Corey Michael Smith, attended the premiere of their latest movie, “May-December.”

Portman's attire, a sparkling strapless gown, captivated the audience with its bone-in color and a full-scolloped skirt adorned with intricate blue beading.

Interestingly, this extravagant creation by Christian Dior seemed to be a direct snub to Meghan Markle, who had been eyeing a potential deal with the renowned fashion house.

While Meghan had expressed her desire to attend Cannes, it was Portman who stole the limelight in the gown that the Duchess had long coveted.

Adding fuel to the fire, Meghan had recently reached out to actor Michael Douglas in hopes of securing an invitation to the festival, only to be met with rejection.

It appears that Douglas, who was once fond of Meghan, discovered the Sussexes' deceit and distanced himself from them after their controversial remarks about the royal family.

Meghan's futile attempt left her feeling humiliated and enraged.

The custom Christian Dior dress worn by Portman drew inspiration from the Junon dress, part of the Costume Institute's collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Although not currently on display, the original dress from Dior's 1949-1950 fall-winter collection pays homage to Juno, the Roman goddess associated with the Greek goddess Hera.

According to Women's Wear Daily, the skirt of the dress, with its ombred petals resembling peacock feathers, alludes to the bird often linked to the Queen of the Olympians.

Portman complemented her ensemble with platform peep-toe heels and diamond-drop earrings.

Her hair was elegantly styled in a slicked-back bun, which accentuated her n^de makeup and glittery silver eye shadow.

This was not the only strapless Dior gown she graced the red carpet with; the previous day, Portman wore a similar-colored sequined dress for the premiere of “The Zone of Interest,” accompanied by a statement necklace from Chopard.

While Portman's fashion choices were a highlight at Cannes, the film “May-December” also garnered significant attention.

The movie, centered around an actress investigating a scandalous tabloid romance, received an eight-minute standing ovation at the festival, according to Deadline.

Meanwhile, Prince Harry, formerly known as the Duke of Sussex, made a dapper appearance at Westminster Abbey wearing a custom-made three-piece suit by Dior's artistic director Kim Jones.

However, celebrity stylist Miranda Holder, an expert in royal fashion, claimed that Harry's garments were merely samples and rentals, as she had a close relationship with Dior.

Furthermore, personnel from the Montecito branch of Dior, near the Sussexes' residence, confirmed that the couple failed to return the clothing after the coronation ceremony.

Instead, they allegedly sold the garments on the illicit market for personal gain.

This incident raises questions about the nature of Harry and Meghan's relationship with Dior.

Speculation had previously circulated that the couple might be collaborating with the fashion brand.

Additionally, rumors suggested that Natalie Portman was fired from a Disney film to make way for Meghan to narrate an elephant documentary.

Sources claim that Meghan tried to bribe Disney CEO Bob Iger with $3 million to replace Portman as the star of “Secrets of the Elephants.”

However, Iger reportedly turned down Meghan's offer, causing her distress.

In a twist of fate, Natalie Portman herself is now associated with the National Geographic documentary series “Secrets of the Elephants.”

The series, which explores the mysteries of these majestic animals across various locations, is executive produced by James Cameron and narrated by Portman.

It is set to debut on National Geographic on April 21, with all four episodes available on Disney+ the following day.

In conclusion, Natalie Portman's appearance at Cannes in a breathtaking Dior creation stole the show, leaving Meghan Markle disappointed.

The custom gown, inspired by a museum-quality piece, showcased Dior's exquisite craftsmanship and paid homage to Roman mythology.

While Portman's fashion choices were a highlight, her film “May-December” also received accolades at the festival.

Meanwhile, questions arise regarding Harry and Meghan's relationship with Dior, as allegations of selling borrowed clothing for personal gain surface.

Amidst all this, Portman's association with the documentary series “Secrets of the Elephants” adds another layer of intrigue to the story.