As another year comes to a close, the familiar whispers about Meghan Markle and the Oscars have returned. Once again, the Duchess of Sussex is nowhere to be found at Hollywood’s most exclusive event. It’s perplexing to think that such a high-profile occasion wouldn’t be clamoring for a former briefcase model turned Hallmark actress to grace its illustrious red carpet. Yet, despite the glitz and glamour of the Academy Awards, Meghan remains as welcome at the Oscars as a reality star at the Met Gala.
Every year, the cycle repeats itself. Speculation builds, with claims that this could finally be Meghan’s year to attend. But, as always, reality crashes down harder than one of Will Smith’s award-winning performances—she simply isn’t invited.
As the Oscars approach, the media and social media accounts buzz with excitement, hinting that this could be the year Meghan makes her grand appearance. But, as has become all too predictable, the truth is stark: she’s not on the guest list. Nor has she ever been.
Of course, Meghan’s public relations team is already in full swing, spinning the usual narrative that she “chose not to attend.” It’s easy to dismiss the idea that she’s been turning down invitations left and right. If she had even the slightest chance to attend, we can be sure she would be there. After all, this is the woman who has crashed red carpet events with the finesse of a seasoned wedding crasher.
But the Oscars operate on a different level. You can’t just show up uninvited with a camera crew and a carefully rehearsed speech about empowerment. To walk the Oscar carpet, you need to have genuine significance in the film industry.
It’s fascinating to observe how Meghan’s team attempts to rewrite history each year. The excuses roll out with clockwork precision: she didn’t attend because she wanted a quiet night at home, she was too busy with her children, or she’s focusing on her latest Netflix project. Anything to avoid admitting the uncomfortable truth—she was never invited in the first place.
This year, the excuse was that Meghan was preoccupied with the premiere of her new project. What better way to generate buzz than to skip the world’s biggest celebrity event? But this raises the question: is this a missed PR opportunity, or simply another desperate attempt to control the narrative?
If Meghan is willing to invest substantial amounts of money into PR stunts, billboards, and glowing media coverage, one might wonder if she could secure an Oscar nomination through sheer willpower. After all, it has worked for others in the past. Unfortunately for her, the Academy still requires actual talent and respect within the industry—two qualities that Meghan has yet to acquire.
Her Netflix reality show might qualify for some sort of recognition—perhaps a Razzie for Worst Acting in a Reality Show. Let’s be honest, watching Meghan play the role of an inspirational lifestyle guru is about as convincing as a pitch for beachfront property in Arizona.
The truth is simple: Meghan Markle was never invited to the Oscars. She never has been, and she likely never will be. The rumors about her possible attendance often stem from her own camp, desperately trying to make “fetch” happen. Hollywood has a clear understanding of who belongs at the Oscars, and Meghan simply doesn’t fit that mold.
The most amusing aspect of this whole saga? If Meghan were ever to receive an invitation, we all know she would be there faster than Prince Harry could swipe his black card. But until that day arrives—if it ever does—Meghan will have to settle for the next best thing: watching from home like the rest of us, all while pretending she turned down the invite.
As the years roll on, it becomes increasingly clear that the narrative surrounding Meghan Markle and the Oscars is less about her actual presence and more about the stories crafted by her team. Each year, the anticipation builds, only to be met with disappointment and the same old excuses.
The landscape of Hollywood is constantly shifting, and while Meghan may find success in other arenas, her absence from the Oscars serves as a poignant reminder that not all invitations are created equal. In a world that thrives on celebrity culture, where the red carpet is the ultimate stage for recognition and achievement, Meghan’s continued absence raises questions about her standing within that world.
Will there ever come a time when Meghan breaks through and claims her spot among the stars? Only time will tell. But for now, the cycle of rumors and speculation continues, ensuring that Meghan Markle remains a topic of conversation—even in her absence.
Each year brings the promise of hope for her supporters, but until she receives that coveted invite, she will remain a spectator, watching the Oscars unfold from the comfort of her own home, forever caught in a narrative of what could have been.
