Meghan Markle's Subtle Dig at Beyoncé After Mom's Sharp Comment

Meghan Markle’s Absence from Beyoncé Concert Sparks Speculation

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, was notably absent from one of her favorite artists’ concerts. While many of Prince Harry and the founder of As Ever were in attendance at Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter concert in Las Vegas, there was no sign of the couple. This absence has sparked a wave of curiosity and speculation among fans and observers.

Gayle King shared a photo on Instagram featuring Oprah Winfrey, Kerry Washington, Kris Jenner, Khloe Kardashian, and Tyler Perry. The image highlighted several celebrities who are close to Meghan, leading some fans to question why she wasn’t present. One comment read, “WAIT! But where is Meghan? I see all her BESTIES showing up at the Beyoncé concert, but no Meghan!” Another fan remarked, “Oprah, Gayle, Kerry Washington, Kris Jenner, Khloe Kardashian, even Tyler Perry! But NO MEGHAN!! Oh oh, is there trouble in Montecito Paradise??”

Meghan’s friendship with these individuals was emphasized when the longtime talk show host aired their bombshell interview, and Tyler Perry had opened up his house to Harry and Meghan when they decided to move to the US. Despite this, the absence raised questions about the couple's current status and relationships.

A Memorable Night for Harry and Meghan

Despite their absence from the Las Vegas concert, Meghan and Harry did enjoy a memorable evening at the Cowboy Carter concert held in Los Angeles. The couple attended the event in May and shared a picture on social media, captioning it, “About last night… Thank you @beyonce and team for an amazing concert (and a very fun date night)! All love.”

This event showcased their continued support for Beyoncé and their shared interests in music and entertainment. However, the absence from the Las Vegas concert has led to further speculation about their personal lives and relationships.

Tensions with Beyoncé’s Family

The absence also comes after some royal experts believe that Beyoncé’s mother, Tina Knowles, may have subtly criticized Meghan during a podcast. In her podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder, Tina spoke about being in constant communication with her daughter, stating, “We have disagreements about things, but it’s her business.” She emphasized her role in supporting her daughter beyond the entertainment industry, saying, “I’m helping with the business because I just want to leave this earth knowing that she, other than entertainment, is going to be okay.”

Royal expert Sarah Hewson suggested that Tina’s comments were a deliberate swipe at Meghan. She pointed out that Tina used the phrase “wasted time,” which Meghan agreed with, highlighting the tension between the two families.

Steps Toward Reconciliation

Despite the tensions, there are signs that Prince Harry and the royal family may be moving toward reconciliation. Harry recently spoke about his father, who was diagnosed with cancer in 2024, saying, “Life is precious. I don't know how much longer my father has.” He expressed a desire to reconcile, stating, “He won't speak to me because of this security stuff, but it would be nice to reconcile.”

Harry also mentioned that his father has the ability to resolve the security issue, saying, “There is a lot of control and ability in my father's hands. Ultimately, this whole thing could be resolved through him.”

Meghan’s Role in Reconciliation

Meghan Markle is reportedly advocating for reconciliation with the royal family. A source told NewsNation that the Duchess "realizes she miscalculated when she orchestrated Megxit and then basically smeared the Royal family in the Oprah Winfrey interview and the Netflix docuseries."

However, the source noted that the royal family does not necessarily need Harry or Meghan, but the couple needs the royal family for their value and opportunities. “Being ‘Royal’ translates to money and deals for them,” the insider said.

Despite this, there is still a long way to go. The source added, “Regardless of what's happening, there does need to be an open channel of communication between the two households, but there is a lack of trust. Whether and how that is repaired is the problem.”