Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been tipped not to attend the Oscars as “they have no connection with film”, a royal commentator exclusively told GB News.
The Duchess of Sussex, 43, has reportedly received an invitation to the Oscars, taking place on Sunday, March 2, at the Dolby Theatre.
The ceremony comes two days before the release of Meghan’s latest Netflix project, ‘With Love, Meghan’ which is set to air on March 4.
The former Suits actress has been gradually expanding her media presence since stepping back from royal duties but is yet to work in the film industry.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been tipped not to attend the Oscars as 'they have no connection with film', a royal commentator exclusively told GB News
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Royal commentator and film critic Richard Fitzwilliams explained that it would be unlikely Meghan and Harry would attend as “they have no connection with films.”
Fitzwilliams told The People's Channel: “If Meghan and Harry attend the Academy Awards it would give them a certain cachet since the Oscars are the greatest show on earth.
“There would need to be a reason for their attendance.
“It would get enormous publicity, and the organisers would want the focus to be on the ceremony.
The ceremony comes two days before the release of Meghan’s latest Netflix project
GettyMeghan's lifestyle and cookery eight-part series was initially set to launch on January 15 but has faced several setbacks, with its launch delayed by the LA wildfires.
Meghan will be sharing her personal cooking and lifestyle tips and tricks as chats with a range of guests, including actresses Abigail Spencer and Mindy Kaling.
GB News has contacted the Duke and Duchess of Sussex for a comment.
Speaking Sportsbook Review PR expert Lynn Carratt suggested that red carpet appearance will be a “clever PR move” from the Duchess of Sussex.
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Meghan's Netflix show is titled 'With Love, Meghan'NetflixThe expert said: “The Academy Awards red carpet could be the perfect place for Meghan to plug her latest project, especially with the film featuring many of her A-list pals from her days on screen.
“Her appearance at the Oscars - the pinnacle of awards season - would definitely have people talking, putting all eyes on her and generating widescale attention at a key moment for her.
“Attending the Oscars would be a clever PR move by Meghan to boost viewing figures and ensure these final projects are a success.
“It would show that not only is she focused on building her own brand away from the Royals, especially if she attends solo, but make a statement that she has every intention of reinserting herself back into the world of entertainment in a nod to her past life.”
