If there's one thing Meghan Markle can't stand more than bad lighting, it's being left off the guest list for a high-profile event. And this time, the perceived snub happened at the *Gladiator 2* premiere, which took place at the prestigious Leicester Square in London on Wednesday, November 13. The event, a typical star-studded affair, featured Hollywood heavyweights like Pedro Pascal and Denzel Washington walking the red carpet, while Meghan and Harry were notably absent.
For someone who has made a career out of complaining about negative publicity and alleged lies, Meghan certainly doesn’t shy away from playing the victim card. But here’s a newsflash for her: everyone gets lied about, not just her. Ordinary people face rumors and gossip too. Yet, in Meghan’s world, everything seems to revolve around her—it’s always about the misunderstood royalty battling the "evil" forces of the British press. And now, apparently, it’s even about Hollywood.
The *Gladiator 2* premiere itself was your typical celebrity-filled event. Fans were thrilled when Pedro Pascal, the charming leading man, and Denzel Washington, the legendary actor, made their arrivals. One lucky fan even got a delightful moment with Washington, who, when told by security to head inside because King Charles had arrived, cheekily responded, “I’ll make my own rules.” He continued chatting with fans, which delighted the crowd. However, Washington did eventually go inside to greet the King as any respectful guest would.
Naturally, Twitter—the battleground for fan wars and misinformation—ran wild with this encounter. Several entertainment gossip accounts began spinning a story that Denzel had snubbed the monarch. One tweet, which racked up over 6.4 million views, falsely claimed that Washington had ignored King Charles. In reality, the actor had simply taken his time and showed no disrespect. But hey, who needs facts when a good story can be made, right?
Meghan’s supporters, often dubbed the "Sewer Squad" for their online behavior, seized upon this narrative with enthusiasm. They twisted every detail to paint the royal family as irrelevant, seeing any slight against them as a win for Meghan. It's the typical playbook of Meghan's fan base—spreading misinformation and race-baiting rhetoric while conveniently ignoring their own hypocrisy. It’s always a race issue for them, even when the rest of the world is dealing with more significant matters.
Meanwhile, Meghan and Harry preach about kindness, safe spaces, and inclusivity, yet remain silent when their fan base engages in hateful, divisive tactics. If there were a competition for grifting, the Sussexes and their followers would surely take the gold medal.
The audacity of Meghan thinking she deserves a spot on the A-list is astounding. When she and Harry fled the UK, Hollywood didn’t exactly roll out the red carpet for them. Meghan seemed to think she would be the star of every Met Gala, cast in Marvel blockbusters, and hand out the Oscar for Best Picture. Reality check: Hollywood slammed the door in their faces. Ridley Scott, at 86, is still making box office hits like *Gladiator 2*, while Meghan’s IMDb credits remain embarrassingly sparse. Pedro Pascal, just six years Meghan’s senior, is thriving and genuinely respected, while Meghan’s much-hyped projects like *Pearl* and a supposed cooking show remain unseen.
The British royal family, with their established ties to media and culture, continues to be an integral part of the UK’s landscape. King Charles and Queen Camilla recently celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Film and TV Charity at Buckingham Palace, mingling with directors, actors, and costume designers who’ve actually made meaningful contributions to the arts. This is what class looks like, Meghan—it’s about showing up, being gracious, and supporting the arts, not making every red carpet about yourself.
Meghan, however, thought she could outshine the royals. She believed she could be more glamorous, more beloved, and more powerful than the royal family. But every desperate attempt at relevance only highlights her miscalculation—she’s the bull in the china shop. The reality is that Meghan overestimated her star power and underestimated the charm of true royalty. Now, she finds herself in limbo, with neither Hollywood nor the UK particularly interested in her.
