Rumors swirl as Meghan Markle is notably missing from Edward Enninful’s star-studded final British Vogue cover. Fans speculate on a possible feud and the snubbing of the former actress.
In the world of high fashion and celebrity glam, the final cover of British Vogue for March 2024 has stirred quite a controversy. The absence of Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, from the line-up of “40 of the most booked and blessed women on earth,” as curated by outgoing editor Edward Enninful, has ignited rumors and fueled speculation about a potential feud.
Eagle-eyed fans quickly noticed the omission of Meghan Markle, who was once known to be in amicable terms with Edward Enninful. The star-studded cover featured iconic figures such as Naomi Campbell, Victoria Beckham, Cindy Crawford, Jane Fonda, and others, but the former Suits star was notably missing. Even within the magazine’s content, interviews with Meghan’s friends, including Oprah Winfrey, Serena Williams, and Jameela Jamil, did little to assuage the curiosity surrounding her absence.
The contrast became more intriguing as fans pointed out that women who were prominently featured in Meghan’s guest-edited edition of British Vogue in 2019 found their place among Edward’s top women. A Twitter user remarked, “Meghan wasn’t on the cover of Vogue. Her issue that she did was featuring powerful and inspiring women around the world. Eight of those women are actually on this.”
Meghan, who served as the guest editor for a special Forces for Change edition of British Vogue in 2019, had built a rapport with Edward Enninful during their collaboration. Journalist Omid Scobie, often referred to as ‘Meghan’s mouthpiece,’ shared the cover on social media with enthusiasm, but followers couldn’t help but jest about Meghan’s conspicuous absence. One follower quipped, “Was your bestie #MeghanMarkle busy that day?”
The controversy deepens with reports of a rumored fallout between Meghan and Edward. Royal biographer Tom Bower claims that Meghan’s demands and purported “poor ideas” led to a clash with the British Vogue editor. According to Bower’s book, “Revenge: Meghan, Harry, and the War between the Windsors,” Meghan’s approach was described as “difficult to approach,” and disagreements arose on how to promote the special edition.
As Edward Enninful bids farewell to over six years at the helm of British Vogue, the speculation surrounding Meghan Markle’s absence continues to swirl. The intriguing saga raises questions about relationships in the world of high-profile collaborations and the hidden dynamics behind the glossy covers of the fashion industry.
