Meghan Markle is reportedly feeling let down by an old friend, and this time it's Beyoncé who's at the center of the story. Just days after the Duchess returned to Britain with her family, word has spread that Beyoncé's presence in London ended without any personal reunion between the two women.
The buzz started when Jay-Z kicked off his two-night run at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on Friday. He paused the show so the packed crowd could sing "Happy Birthday" to his wife, who turned 45 that night, while fireworks went off across the stadium. Beyoncé, seated in a VIP box with friends, showed up on the big screens wearing a hoodie, waving and blowing kisses to the fans.
According to royal commentator Rob Shuter, Meghan had hoped for something more personal during Beyoncé's time in the city. Sources speaking to Naughty But Nice claim Meghan was caught off guard and disappointed that no private meeting, tea, or lunch was arranged between the two families despite Beyoncé and Jay-Z being in town for the concerts.
One insider explained that Meghan never expected a grand gesture, but she did think there would be some quiet time together — and when that didn't happen, it reportedly stung.
The friendship history between the two adds weight to the story. Beyoncé once called Meghan "my princess" when they crossed paths at the London premiere of The Lion King back in 2019. She later voiced support for Meghan after the Oprah Winfrey interview, and Meghan herself mentioned in her Netflix documentary with Prince Harry that Beyoncé had reached out to her privately by text in the past.
Given that history, the lack of any contact this time around is said to have left Meghan feeling more distant from her Hollywood circle than expected — with one source summing it up by saying Meghan wasn't after another concert, she wanted Beyoncé herself.
Key Takeaways:
- Jay-Z's London concert doubled as a birthday tribute to Beyoncé, who turned 45.
- Beyoncé appeared on stadium screens but reportedly had no private meeting with Meghan Markle.
- Insiders say Meghan expected at least tea or lunch together, not a grand welcome.
- The two share history — Beyoncé called Meghan "my princess" back in 2019.
- Beyoncé publicly supported Meghan after the Oprah interview and once texted her privately.
- The recent lack of contact has reportedly left Meghan feeling hurt and distant.
