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It seemed like the public was finally getting a break from the endless media circus surrounding Meghan Markle. But just when we thought the dust had settled, she swooped back into the limelight with a highly publicized appearance at none other than Oprah Winfrey's book club event. Of course, all the buzz and attention wasn't focused on literature or books—who goes to a book event to actually discuss reading? No, everyone was talking about Meghan and her blatant attempt to insert herself back into the headlines and remind the world that she is, in fact, still relevant.
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Rumor had it that Oprah had distanced herself from Meghan following their explosive tell-all interview last year that sent shockwaves through the royal family. But lo and behold, there was Meghan, schmoozing at Oprah's swanky new bookstore in Southern California. Naturally, critics were perplexed as to why Oprah would invite Meghan, whose public speaking talents have all the depth and charisma of a motivational poster.
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And just when it seemed the event couldn't get any more controversial, folks noticed something very telling on display in the bookstore—none other than Prince Harry's memoir SPARE, the very book that has caused more drama than an entire season of The Real Housewives. What a coincidence that it just so happened to have a prime shelf spot, right? Of course not—this was a perfectly calculated PR stunt by the Sussex duo to use literature as their latest opportunity to stay in the headlines. After all, what screams great literature more than endless tales of victimhood?
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But Meghan didn't just show up to give a rousing ode to reading between the aisles. Oh no, the real entertainment came when she decided to play a flirty little game, batting her eyes at none other than Victoria Jackson's husband. As if flirting with another woman's spouse wasn't enough, Meghan of course chose one of her signature shoulder-baring outfits that, according to many critics, has yet to find its best look.
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When it came time for Meghan's speech, if you can even call the rambling word salad she delivered that, it was clear why 87% of respondents to a Daily Mail poll agreed she is not a strong public speaker. But has public opinion ever stopped Meghan from grabbing a mic and spewing vague platitudes? And with Oprah continuing to give her a platform, it's obvious in Hollywood that connections matter more than content or coherence.
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Meghan revealed at the event that she's entering a "chapter of joy," curiously choosing the anniversary of Queen Elizabeth's death as the moment to celebrate herself on a small stage, no doubt plotting how to prolong her headlines as the world remembers someone infinitely more dignified and respected. Is Meghan's renewed proximity to Oprah just another strategic PR move? Critics have speculated her A-list friendships are more transactional than anything. Her presence at this book club gathering felt like the latest episode in her ongoing effort to make every public appearance all about Meghan.
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In a room filled with spiritual leaders and astrology experts, Meghan somehow commandeered the spotlight—not with her eloquence but with her unparalleled talent for hijacking any forum and transforming it into the Meghan Show. The real takeaway here is that Meghan Markle's grand return to Oprah's orbit had little to do with books and everything to do with chasing relevance and publicity. And if this event proves one thing, it's that no matter how many times public disapproval knocks her down, Meghan will always find a way to climb back up, flaunting her infamous fashion choices and delivering forgettable speeches along the way.
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