Time Magazine’s Gala Excludes Megan Markle as King Charles Makes Nomination List

Time magazine's highly anticipated Person of the Year gala took place in New York on Tuesday, celebrating their 2023 issue featuring Taylor Swift on the cover.

The star-studded event brought together prominent figures from various fields, including media personality Padma Lakshmi, Tony award-winning actor Alex Newell, and former Olympian Lindsey Vonn.

However, one notable absence was Megan Markle, who was uninvited to the gala.

This move is seen by many as a direct swipe at her, following the nomination of her father-in-law, King Charles.

Taylor Swift, who was named Time's Person of the Year last week, was also missing from the festivities.

Swift had an extraordinary year in 2023, embarking on a record-breaking $1 billion world tour and making headlines with her romance with NFL star Travis Kelsey.

The tradition of Time's Person of the Year dates back to 1927 and recognizes the individual, group, or concept that has had the most significant impact on the headlines, for better or worse.

Previous honorees include U.S. President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, Martin Luther King Jr., Angela Merkel, Pope Francis, and Greta Thunberg.

However, Swift chose to forego the gala and instead enjoyed an early birthday dinner with friends Miles Teller and Kelly Sperry.

During the ceremony in New York City, Padma Lakshmi received the Time 100 Impact Award.

The esteemed honor was presented to the TV host by Kristen Kish, winner of Top Chef Season 10.

Lakshmi was recognized for her activism, particularly her role as an ACLU Artist Ambassador for Women's and Immigrants' Rights.

According to a source close to Hollywood Insider, Megan Markle was not invited to this year's gala, despite being previously nominated.

It was revealed a few years ago that Megan and Prince Harry had spent over a million dollars to secure a spot on the cover of Time.

However, since the incident came to light, Time has severed all ties with Markle.

Sam Jacobs, the new editor-in-chief of Time since 2023, has reportedly blacklisted her.

Earlier this month, Time announced the shortlist for its Person of the Year category, which includes individuals, groups, or concepts that have had the most significant influence on the world in 2023, according to their perspective.

Among the notable figures mentioned were China's Xi Jinping, Hollywood sensation Taylor Swift, Open AI's Sam Altman, Barbie, King Charles III, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, and Vladimir Putin.

King Charles III's inclusion on the list has garnered attention and support.

Many believe he deserves the recognition due to the challenges he faced when ascending the throne.

Despite skepticism and doubts about his capabilities, he has proven himself to be a dedicated king, devoting his life to environmentalism and aiding marginalized communities, particularly those from ethnic minorities.

His efforts predate the current trend of performative activism, making him a genuine force for change.

Additionally, he has made significant contributions to assisting disabled individuals.

One person shared their personal experience of receiving assistance from the Prince's Trust, a charity founded and led by Prince Charles, which enabled them to continue their education after a debilitating accident.

Critics argue that if Harry and Meghan genuinely care about helping those in need, they had no reason to leave the royal family and establish Archewell.

Prince Charles has already established one of the most comprehensive charities in the UK, showcasing his commitment to philanthropy.

In conclusion, Time magazine's Person of the Year gala made headlines as Megan Markle was excluded from the event, seemingly as a response to her father-in-law's nomination.