A recent report suggests that Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have distanced themselves from Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, revealing a strained relationship between the two couples.
According to insiders cited in Globe magazine’s September 26th, 2022 issue, Meghan and Prince Harry made efforts to connect with Jennifer and Ben, but were met with coldness.
The royal couple reportedly attempted to establish a bond with Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck after sharing a double date with them in Miami, alongside Alex Rodriguez, JLo’s former fiance.
Meghan Markle, in particular, sought to strengthen her ties within Hollywood by getting closer to Jennifer Lopez, but allegedly faced rejection from Ben Affleck’s wife.
Notably, Meghan and Prince Harry were conspicuously absent from Jennifer and Ben’s wedding guest list, leading to speculations of a rift between the couples.
As a result, Meghan is said to have turned to Mariah Carey, a long-time adversary of Jennifer Lopez, for companionship, further straining her relationship with the Hollywood power couple.
An undisclosed source revealed that Meghan believed she had a connection with JLo during their Miami outing, only to be met with disinterest afterward.
The source added that Jennifer Lopez views Meghan as a lesser celebrity and reportedly did not extend an invitation to the royal couple for her wedding, deeming them unworthy of her circle.
Furthermore, the source claimed that Jennifer Lopez, known for her image-conscious nature, is wary of associating with Meghan amidst the ongoing controversies surrounding the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
While JLo may maintain civility in public encounters with Meghan, a close friendship seems unlikely due to their differing statuses in Hollywood.
In a separate development, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle shared their 2022 holiday card without featuring their children, Archie and Lilibet.
The card, showcasing a black and white photo of the couple at the Robert F. Kennedy Ripple of Hope award gala, conveyed warm wishes for the holiday season and a prosperous new year.
However, some royal enthusiasts scrutinized the card’s signature, which prominently displayed “Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.”
This detail sparked debate among fans, with interpretations ranging from a subtle dig at critics to a deliberate choice to retain their royal titles amid ongoing controversies.
Critics speculated that Meghan and Harry’s decision to exclude their children from the card, particularly after introducing Lilibet in last year’s edition, could reflect their desire to maintain privacy amidst public scrutiny.
The absence of Archie and Lilibet, coupled with the strategic use of their royal titles, underscores the couple’s complex relationship with their royal heritage and public image.
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