Why Meghan Markle and Jessica Mulroney’s bond couldn’t withstand the pressures of fame and controversy.
Once inseparable, Meghan Markle and Jessica Mulroney‘s friendship has reportedly become a thing of the past. The two first crossed paths in 2011 while Markle was filming Suits in Toronto (according to Cosmopolitan). Mulroney quickly became a significant figure in Markle’s life, providing support during the media frenzy surrounding her budding relationship with Prince Harry. From Markle’s royal wedding in May 2018 to her baby shower in February 2019, Mulroney was present for key milestones. She even joined the Sussexes on royal tours, solidifying her position as one of Markle’s closest allies.
However, by 2020, their once-solid friendship began to crumble. During the peak of the Black Lives Matter movement, Mulroney faced backlash for a public spat with content creator Sasha Exeter, where she was accused of leveraging her white privilege (Daily Mail). Mulroney referenced Markle during the controversy, stating, “I have lived a very public and personal experience with my closest friend where race was front and center. It was deeply educational.” This comment reportedly blindsided Markle, who was unhappy with being dragged into the situation. While tensions between the pair may have already existed, this incident seemingly marked the end of their friendship.
Meghan Markle’s Alleged Pattern of Falling Out with Friends
Reports suggest Markle may have been waiting for an opportune moment to distance herself from Mulroney. According to Page Six, Markle allegedly believed that Mulroney was exploiting their friendship for personal gain after Markle’s rise to royal status. A source noted, “The white privilege controversy has really given Meghan the excuse she was waiting for to cut Jess off for good.” Another insider remarked, “Jess has been on the outs for some time […] their friendship is definitely not what it was.”
Markle’s history of severing ties with friends has been a point of discussion among insiders. British socialite Lizzie Cundy previously claimed that Markle ghosted her after her engagement to Prince Harry. Similarly, royal biographer Ingrid Seward told The Sun that Markle has alienated many former friends. “She does something very distressing for people. She actually sort of just cuts them dead and ghosts them,” Seward shared.
As Markle gears up for the March 2025 release of her Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, speculation is rife about who remains in her inner circle. The series is set to delve into Markle’s personal and professional relationships, offering insights into the friendships she has chosen to nurture and those she has left behind.
