Invitations for the most sought-after Hollywood parties have begun arriving in the mailboxes of Starz this week, as per sources disclosed to Page Six.
Vanity Fair is gearing up to host its 30th-anniversary Oscar party post the Academy Awards on March 10, and whispers suggest that this year’s celebration will be nothing short of extraordinary to commemorate the milestone.
The highly-coveted invites are said to boast a uniquely inspired design this time around.
Set to take place at the Wallace Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, the black-tie affair will once again be overseen by VF’s editor, Radhika Jones.
The event will kick off with a VIP dinner followed by a viewing party.
The exclusive guest list comprises luminaries from the silver screen, influential figures, music icons, tech innovators, and current sensations, all shrouded in secrecy.
Among the anticipated attendees are familiar faces like Emma Stone, Bradley Cooper, Ryan Gosling, Robert De Niro, Robert Downey Jr., Annette Bening, Jodie Foster, and Martin Scorsese, alongside fresh talents Lily Gladstone and Sandra Huller.
Since its inception in 1994 at Morton’s, the star-studded soirée has evolved significantly, with the initial gathering hosting 100 guests including notable personalities like Donald Sutherland, Lee Radziwill, Nancy Reagan, Oliver Stone, Gore Vidal, Gene Hackman, Barry Diller, Diane von Furstenberg, and Michael Stripe.
A source close to Radhika Jones shared that Meghan’s representatives, under a new banner, reached out seeking an invitation for Meghan Markle, only to be turned down.
Speculation is rife that Meghan may have been dropped by WME, as the agency did not vouch for her but she attempted to secure a spot using her Sussex brand.
The prospect of sharing the limelight with Meghan seems unappealing to many industry insiders, with concerns raised about her tendency to overshadow events with her presence alongside Harry.
The Montecito duo’s attempts to leverage their royal connections would likely fall flat at the Vanity Fair bash, where every guest is considered a VIP, leaving them feeling out of place and disregarded.
Their aspirations to maintain an air of exclusivity would be futile at an event where genuine star power reigns supreme.
Recent revelations indicate Meghan Markle’s eagerness to forge a friendship with pop sensation Taylor Swift, whom she admires for her strategic self-promotion.
The former actress, now Duchess, reportedly extended an invitation to Swift to appear on a podcast through a handwritten note, although the collaboration never materialized.
Despite the setback, Meghan’s fascination with the “cruel summer” singer persists, as noted by royal commentator Kinsey Schofield.
Schofield revealed Meghan’s attendance at a Taylor Swift concert in Los Angeles, emphasizing the Duchess’s efforts to ensure her presence was publicized through various media outlets.
In her pursuit to emulate Taylor Swift’s marketing success, Meghan appears keen on orchestrating a similar transformation from controversial figure to beloved icon.
However, it remains uncertain if Swift would prioritize a relationship with Harry and Meghan over her longstanding bond with Prince William, suggesting that the royal couple’s quest for acceptance among A-list circles may face continued challenges.
