It seems someone has been stirring the pot in the most deliciously subtle way. On January 4, 2025, Emma Weymouth shared a post on her Instagram, and Irena Medavoy couldn’t resist leaving a cheeky comment: “You are the OG.”
Irena Medavoy isn’t just another Instagram user. She’s a well-connected figure in Hollywood, married to Mike Medavoy, the former chairman of TriStar Pictures and a former head of production at United Artists. Together, the Medavoys have mingled with some of Hollywood’s biggest names, from Leonardo DiCaprio to Jamie Foxx, sipped wine with Barbra Streisand, and shared laughs with industry legends. Oh, and Irena’s goddaughter is Talulah Riley, an accomplished actress herself.
To top it off, Irena is practically besties with the Hiltons—Paris and Kathy, no less. In short, when Irena comments on your post, it’s a sign you’ve made it in Hollywood.
Emma’s post came just two days after the trailer for *With Love, Meghan* dropped. The timing is hard to ignore. Irena had to know the context, right? Referring to Emma as the “OG” shortly after Meghan Markle’s trailer hit the internet is practically the Instagram equivalent of a chef’s kiss of shade.
Why did Irena choose to post this comment publicly? She could have easily sent Emma a private message, but instead, she made sure the world could see it. Was it just a casual compliment, or a subtle suggestion that Emma is the true “OG” when it comes to authentic cooking content—while Meghan’s efforts might feel a bit more… basic?
Emma Weymouth is undeniably a class act. Her accomplishments and elegant persona speak volumes, and she’s been in the game far longer than Meghan, with an authenticity that’s hard to replicate. Meanwhile, Meghan’s cooking show might come across as a quick microwave meal compared to Emma’s gourmet appeal.
This isn’t just about throwing shade for the sake of it. Irena is known to be friends with Nicole Avant, the wife of Netflix’s CEO. Given Netflix’s reportedly shaky relationship with Meghan and Harry, one has to wonder: what has Irena heard about their experiences behind the scenes?
And here’s another interesting tidbit: a quick scroll through Irena’s Instagram shows that none of the influential women she associates with follow Meghan Markle. These philanthropists and Hollywood insiders seem to be sending a clear message—they’re not interested in the Netflix drama.
The term “OG” (original gangster) has evolved over the years. Today, it’s often used to describe someone who’s the real deal, an original. So, when Irena calls Emma the OG, she’s making a clear statement: Emma is the genuine article when it comes to authentic content. In contrast, Meghan’s *With Love, Meghan* might feel like a derivative attempt to cash in on an established trend.
For someone who has lived in Los Angeles for years, Meghan Markle’s Hollywood connections seem surprisingly sparse. After five years, she still doesn’t appear to be rubbing shoulders with the industry’s most influential figures.
But don’t worry—the full story about Meghan and Netflix will come out eventually. And when it does, you can bet the gossip will be as juicy as ever.
