Meghan Markle: The Struggles and Rejections Before Royalty

Meghan Markle, now the Duchess of Sussex, faced numerous rejections in Hollywood before her fateful encounter with Prince Harry.

According to biographer Tom Bauer, every small success Meghan achieved was accompanied by disappointment on the grandest stage.

One such success was securing a two-year contract with Raipmans, Canada's largest women's clothing retailer, set to begin in June 2015.

However, Meghan's true aspiration was to become the face of the renowned designer brand, Ralph Lauren.

During a visit to London, Meghan attended a small meeting where she had the opportunity to hear from her hero and role model, actress Emma Watson.

At the end of the session, Meghan mustered up the courage to request a meeting with Watson, only to be rejected.

This snub left her mortified and disheartened.

It was in July 2016 that Meghan met Prince Harry, while she was still an actress in the popular US legal drama, Suits.

Her portrayal of paralegal Rachel in the show from 2011 to 2018 garnered her recognition, but she always felt that her biracial background hindered her chances in Hollywood.

Meghan expressed her frustration, stating, “I wasn't black enough for the black roles and I wasn't white enough for the white roles.”

However, actor Shemar Moore, who is also of mixed race heritage, contradicted Meghan's claims about racial discrimination in Hollywood.

Moore, known for his successful acting career and modeling endeavors, shared his own experiences as a mixed race individual.

He emphasized that race was never a factor in his ability to secure roles in the industry.

Shemar's parents, Marilyn Wilson (white) and Sherrod Moore (African American), faced societal taboos as a mixed race couple in the 1970s.

This challenges Meghan's assumption that her mixed race heritage was the sole reason for her struggles.

While Meghan's parents, Thomas Markle (white) and Doria (black), are well-known, it is essential to understand the significance of Shemar Moore's background.

Shemar's talent and accomplishments, including winning Emmys, highlight the fact that being mixed race does not limit success in Hollywood.

Other talented actors like Zendaya, who has a white mother and black father, and Zoe Kravitz, whose parents Lenny Kravitz and Lisa Bonet are both biracial, further exemplify this point.

Shemar's career transition from soap operas, where he won his Emmy, to major motion pictures, such as his appearances in Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Diary of a Mad Black Woman, showcases his versatility.

On the other hand, Meghan's filmography consists mainly of brief cameos in movies like Remember Me and Horrible Bosses, each lasting less than two minutes.

Shemar Moore has always embraced his mixed race heritage, acknowledging his identity despite his parents' separation.

In 2012, he publicly acknowledged one of his brothers on Twitter, highlighting his connection to his extended family.

Moreover, he openly discussed his parents' relationship during a time when interracial unions faced societal disapproval.

Despite a strained connection with his father, Shemar acknowledges the impact his father had on his life.

In contrast, Meghan's relationship with her father took a turn in 2018 when he began staging paparazzi photos before her wedding.

She subsequently distanced herself from him, even during his hospitalization following a near-fatal heart attack.

The double standard of Meghan administering her own pap tests while condemning her father's actions adds to the stress surrounding their relationship.

In conclusion, regardless of skin tone, Shemar Moore's exceptional talent shines through.

Unfortunately, Meghan Markle seems oblivious to her own lack of talent.

While she faced challenges and rejections in Hollywood, it is essential to recognize that many talented actors of mixed race have succeeded in the industry.

Meghan's journey from Hollywood to royalty may have been unconventional, but it is her role as the Duchess of Sussex that now defines her public image.