Big Slap: Michael Douglas Rejects Meghan’s Plea to Attend Cannes Amid Sussex’s Royal Family Claims

Hollywood legend Michael Douglas is set to add another prestigious accolade to his already illustrious career as he receives an honorary Palme d'Or at this year's Cannes Film Festival.

The announcement was made by the festival organizers on May 3, recognizing Douglas' remarkable contributions and dedication to the world of cinema.

A special tribute to the 78-year-old actor will take place during the festival's opening ceremony on May 16.

However, this news didn't sit well with Meghan Markle, who swiftly reached out to Douglas requesting an invitation to attend Cannes.

But Douglas, in a surprising move, did something that left Meghan feeling embarrassed and enraged.

He posed for a photo with a standee of Queen Elizabeth II, captioned with “Our best wishes to Prince Harry and Meghan.”

Everything changed when Harry and Meghan made derogatory remarks about the royal family, revealing their true intentions.

This led Douglas to see the couple's duplicity and subsequently reject Meghan's request.

Despite being aware of Douglas' support for the monarchy, Meghan still hoped to leverage her connection to him to further her own Hollywood ambitions.

However, her efforts were in vain as Douglas dismissed her foolish plea and even went as far as blocking her phone number.

This rejection left the Duchess seething with anger and humiliation.

Recent reports suggest that Michael Douglas and his wife Catherine Zeta-Jones have relocated to a new apartment within London's St. James's Palace.

The couple, who have been married for 22 years and have two children together, are known for their admiration of the monarchy.

By choosing to reside in St. James's Palace, they now find themselves surrounded by other members of the royal family.

The palace is home to the Prince of Wales, the Royal Princess and Princess Alexandra, and has hosted significant events such as the christenings of Princes George and Louis.

It was also the place where Prince Charles was proclaimed king.

Douglas, who rose to fame in the 1980s and 1990s with iconic roles in films like “Basic Instinct” and “Fatal Attraction,” won an Academy Award for his portrayal of banker Gordon Gekko in “Wall Street.”

He continues to captivate audiences with his performances in Marvel's “Ant-Man” franchise and the award-winning TV series “The Kominsky Method.”

Expressing his excitement about the upcoming Cannes Film Festival, Douglas said, “It is always a breath of fresh air to be at Cannes, which has long provided a wonderful platform for bold creators, artistic audacities, and excellence in storytelling.”

He added, “The magic of cinema is not just in what we see on screen but in its ability to impact people all around the world.”

Previous recipients of the honorary Palme d'Or include renowned French film director Agnes Varda and actor Jodie Foster.

The jury for this year's Cannes Film Festival includes Oscar winner Brie Larson, American actor Paul Dano, and French director Juliette Yukornau, among others.

They will determine the winner of the prestigious Palme d'Or from the 21 films competing in the festival.

The announcement will be made on May 27, marking the culmination of the festival.

In conclusion, Michael Douglas's snub of Meghan Markle's plea to attend Cannes due to her claims against the royal family has caused quite a stir.

As the festival approaches, all eyes will be on Douglas as he receives his well-deserved honorary Palme d'Or and continues to make a lasting impact on the world of cinema.