Meghan didn't even receive a formal invitation to a recent Hollywood Gala, yet she showed up anyway, strutting down the red carpet and requiring a little nudge to move on. Now, Meghan and Harry have faced yet another setback, as they are banned from an event in Santa Barbara, where they currently reside. It has been revealed that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been blacklisted from the Santa Barbara Film Festival for several reasons.
The Santa Barbara Film Festival recently unveiled its list of recipients for the virtuosos award, an annual recognition of outstanding performances and films. This marks another significant awards announcement for the festival, which has become a prominent stop on the movie circuit in the lead-up to the Oscars. Notable figures like Danielle Brooks, Coleman Domingo, and America Ferrera have been added to the virtuoso list.
All are set to attend a ceremony on February 10th, 2024, where they will discuss their work. However, Meghan's request to secure a spot to walk the red carpet was declined. The Santa Barbara Film Festival is a larger-scale event compared to smaller charity gatherings, making it challenging for a star with a lower rating like Meghan to participate. Furthermore, Meghan and Harry's documentary is not among the nominations, and there are concerns that Meghan might attract paparazzi to the festival, disrupting the atmosphere in a place filled with VIPs and celebrities who prefer to move around without the distraction of Meghan's presence.
Many locals in Montecito, who are likely wealthier than Meghan, are relieved that they won't have to encounter her. Some have even commented that Meghan is merely a social-climbing D-list actress, and they don't believe she and Harry have any children at all. In the past, she turned up at an event where she had been invited but had to be gently nudged off the stage. Nobody seemed eager to be photographed with her, and it appears that she lacks any sense of shame. She is often seen as a narcissist who believes everyone yearns for her attention.
The 39th Annual Santa Barbara Film Festival, scheduled from February 7th to 17th, has been revealing its list of honorees. It has already announced Bradley Cooper and Ryan Gosling as recipients of prestigious awards. More honorees are expected to be unveiled soon. In 2023, the Santa Barbara Film Festival celebrated award contenders, including eventual Oscar winners. This event is a significant fixture in the film industry calendar, drawing renowned figures and promising talents alike.
