During a recent discussion at WME, it was revealed that there were growing apprehensions regarding Ari Emanuel's management of Meghan Markle's financial affairs. Agents at the agency were also expressing their dissatisfaction with their association with her. This revelation came during a candid conversation with a close friend who happened to be a WME agent.
Seeking clarity on Meghan's relationship with the company, especially after a couple of drinks, I inquired about how WME was representing Meghan, the current status of their partnership, and the agency's future plans. My friend's response was straightforward and hinted at a chaotic situation. They couldn't help but roll their eyes, describing it as a mess.
Interestingly, Gilmer, who represents Serena Williams and wields considerable influence within WME, played a pivotal role in bringing Meghan Markle on board at the agency. Despite public perception suggesting a significant gap between Meghan and Serena, they are, in fact, quite close. It seems that Serena's influence was instrumental in WME's decision to support Meghan, a decision the agency felt obligated to comply with.
There was only one instance when Meghan visited the WME office in Los Angeles for a strategy meeting. An internal memo encouraged all agencies to cultivate partnerships, friendships, and alliances with clients. However, agents were reluctant to work with Meghan, and clients weren't enthusiastic about the agency's association with her. She was often seen as a source of frustration, and her presence seemed to be primarily to please Serena and Jill.
A prevailing sentiment among agents is that Meghan Markle doesn't take WME seriously, and many are hoping that this will eventually become evident. There's a prediction that once Meghan's profits start to decline, she might find herself on the chopping block.
Meghan's sporadic appearances at WME-related events have raised numerous questions. It appears that WME leverages celebrities to boost their own profits by elevating lesser-known individuals into stardom for greater financial gains. Meghan's presence often disrupts the unity of other celebrities at these events, causing them to exclude her from their social media photos.
In terms of Meghan and Harry's philanthropic efforts, they are under close scrutiny. Their decision not to publicize certain donations has raised suspicions about their true intentions, with some believing that it serves their interests more than the charities themselves. This pattern of behavior is reminiscent of their prior involvement with the Invictus Games and their tendency to dominate the microphone during speeches, subsequently using the footage for self-promotion.
Overall, the situation at WME regarding Meghan Markle appears intricate, with agencies feeling obligated to support her for financial reasons, despite concerns about her reputation. Meghan's approach to public appearances and philanthropy has also drawn criticism and prompted questions about her genuine intentions.
