The CEO of Apple, Tim Cook, had a royal rendezvous with Prince William and Catherine at the Royal residence, a meeting he later described as a "true honor." He shared this sentiment in a caption accompanying photos from the encounter, where he stated, "It was a true honor to meet with the prince and princess of Wales." The meeting, officially documented in the court circular, was held as part of Prince William's role as president of the Earthshot Prize.
During their gathering, the trio engaged in a wide-ranging discussion covering topics of utmost importance, including the environment and mental health, which resonate deeply with all of them. Among the topics discussed was the upcoming Earthshot Prize awards ceremony, scheduled to unveil innovative solutions to pressing global issues in Singapore on November 7th.
What added intrigue to the meeting were the photographs, which included a selection of Apple-branded bags displayed on the coffee table. This subtle hint at Cook's likely gifts for the royal couple piqued curiosity.
It's worth noting that this isn't the first interaction between the Royals and Apple. Previously, Prince William participated in Apple's successful "Fitness+ Time to Walk" program, encouraging people to prioritize their mental health through walking. He even took a memorable stroll through the Royal Sandringham Estate, passing by Saint Mary Magdalene Church and ending at Anmer Hall, the country home of Prince William and Princess Kate.
This development follows a recent revelation that Meghan Markle's podcast production company, Archewell Audio, terminated a $20 million deal with Spotify, signed in 2020. The Duchess reportedly fell short of performance targets required for the full payout, leading to the termination. Meghan's representative asserted that Archewell was a success and merely needed to establish a more stable foundation, expressing confidence in her future endeavors in the podcasting realm.
However, it seems that Meghan is now seeking a new podcasting venture. According to reports, she's exploring opportunities with rival networks like Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music after Spotify's axing of her series. Unfortunately for Meghan, it appears that the tide may not be turning in her favor, as Tim Cook's appearance alongside Prince William and Catherine suggests.
In another turn of events, Jeremy Zimmer, CEO of United Talent Agency (UTA), criticized Meghan's audio talents. UTA, which has represented major stars like Mariah Carey, Brian Cranston, DJ Khaled, Chelsea Handler, and Kevin Hart, has been vocal in its assessment of Meghan's podcasting abilities. Zimmer asserted that Meghan Markle did not possess remarkable audio talent and emphasized that fame alone does not necessarily equate to talent, making it clear that her podcasting journey faces its share of challenges.
