Meghan Markle is facing criticism after her short appearance at a high-priced wellness retreat left some attendees questioning what they paid for. The Duchess of Sussex attended a luxury event at the InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach on Friday, where tickets reportedly exceeded $3,000. However, despite the weekend-long marketing, Meghan Markle was only on-site for about two hours.

The “Her Best Life” retreat offered multiple ticket tiers, with prices reaching as high as $3,199 per person. According to the official website, the experience was marketed as a luxury weekend designed to bring women together for “powerful conversations, relaxation, laughter, and unforgettable experiences.”

Attendees who purchased the higher-tier package were promised perks like a group photo with Markle, a VIP gift bag, and premium accommodations, while standard packages included shared lodging and full weekend access.

Markle Talks ‘Very Hard’ Life During High-Paid Two-Hour Event

Markle arrived alongside Prince Harry at approximately 5 p.m. local time before departing just 120 minutes later in a luxury Range Rover. During her time at the retreat, Markle participated in a Q&A session alongside “Her Best Life” podcast co-host Gemma O’Neill, who organized the event with co-host Jackie Henderson.

While speaking to attendees, Markle opened up about her public life, describing it as “very hard,” while also reflecting on the “amazing moments” she’s experienced since meeting Harry in 2016, including their marriage and growing family.

According to reports, Markle was paid $150,000 for her appearance.

Backlash Erupts Over Meghan Markle’s 2-Hour Stay

Fans weren’t exactly thrilled, with many pointing out they shelled out thousands of dollars only for Markle to make a brief, two-hour appearance. “She charged $3,000 to spend 120 minutes with them,” one X user wrote.

“Why did Meghan Markle not even share a meal with women who had paid $3000 to spend ‘retreat’ time with her?” another asked. “How is that kind?”

Despite the backlash, Markle’s team insists there was no confusion about her role at the event. “Meghan was always confirmed only to attend the retreat for her Q&A portion of the weekend,” Markle’s rep told Page Six in a statement. “She had a lovely time sitting down and talking to Gemma in front of such an engaging audience.”

Promotional materials for the retreat also described Markle as a “special guest,” highlighting an in-person Q&A as the main attraction rather than a full weekend appearance.

Markle Backlash Comes As She And Prince Harry Address Past Struggles

The latest criticism arrives just as Markle and Prince Harry are once again opening up about the pressures they’ve faced in the public eye. During a recent appearance in Australia, the couple spoke candidly about their experiences navigating royal life and intense scrutiny. Meghan previously claimed she “was the most trolled person in the entire world,” while Harry reflected on the emotional toll of growing up in the spotlight.

Speaking at the InterEdge Summit in Melbourne, Harry looked back on the aftermath of losing his mother, Princess Diana, in a tragic car crash when he was just 12 years old. “After my mum died just before my 13th birthday, I was like: ‘I don’t want this job. I don’t want this role, wherever this is headed, I don’t like it,’” he said.

“It killed my mum and I was very much against it, and I stuck my head in the sand for years and years,” he continued. “Eventually I realized, well, hang on, if there was somebody else in this position, how would they be making the most of this platform and this ability and the resources that come with it to make a difference in the world?”

Meghan chimed in, expressing how “every day for 10 years, I have been bullied and attacked. And I was the most trolled person in the entire world, man or woman.”

Prince Harry And Meghan Markle Continue To Face Ongoing Royal Fallout

The current backlash is just the latest chapter in the couple’s long-running public drama. Harry and Meghan stepped down as senior working royals six years ago, a decision that sent shockwaves through the monarchy and sparked ongoing headlines ever since.

In the years that followed, the pair have been outspoken about what led to their exit, pointing to a mix of intense tabloid scrutiny, online harassment, and deeper institutional issues.

Brooke Hogan has been very open regarding her estrangement from her father, Hulk Hogan, prior to his death and her decision to remove herself from his will. Now, however, as the one- year mark of his death nears, she appears to have a different take on the matter.

In a recent interview, the former reality star discussed why she “regrets” the move, and what she wishes she could do differently. 

Brooke Hogan Admittedly ‘Regrets’ Removing Herself From Dad Hulk Hogan’s Will

Per TMZ, during an appearance on the “Hollywood Raw” podcast, to promote her current stint on the latest season of the HGTV hit competition series, “Rock the Block,” Brooke Hogan shared insight into her previous decision to remove herself from Hulk Hogan’s will back in 2023, two years before his July 2025 death.

“I regret that decision,” Brooke revealed. “Not because of the money, I’ve never been about the money, but because now I don’t have a seat at the table.”

She also shared that her decision was based on fearing for her safety due to the people her father had in his inner circle, which she previously stated was a reason for their estrangement.

“There were situations that had me so scared,” the mother of two said. “I really took myself off the will because I was actually scared for myself, my family, my safety. There’s not enough money in the world that would matter with what I felt I was facing.”

Shortly After Hulk Hogan’s Death, Brooke Hogan Confirmed Her Removal From His Will By Request

In September 2025, two months after Hulk Hogan’s death, Brooke revealed that although she was left out of his will and cut off from his multi-million-dollar estate, it was at her request.

“It’s what I asked for, I stand by it with no regrets. My dad knows I’m a hard worker, and I have been surviving without his money for a long, long time,” she said at the time.

However, she did express her concern for ensuring her father’s estate, intellectual property, and trademarks are handled responsibly. Per TMZ, her focus has never been on financial gain, but on wanting more of her father’s “time, honesty, and love.”

Hogan Recently Shared That She Had To ‘Take A Break’ From Her Father Prior To His Death

In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly on April 13, Brooke opened up about how Hulk Hogan’s inner circle led her to decide to distance herself from her father two years before his death.

“He said, ‘You go this way, I go that way,’” she told the outlet. “That hurt. I could see what was happening with him with the people around him. I could also see his potential and see how life could be. And he just wasn’t there. I was pregnant with my twins. I was newly married. I just had to take a break.”

She continued, adding: “I don’t know if we would have ever reconnected, even if he were alive, because of the mindset he was in. He would have had to have a change of mindset and a change of company. I don’t know if he was there. I don’t know if he was willing to do that.”

Despite Their Two-Year Estrangement, She Expressed Happiness That The Wrestling Legend Was No Longer In Pain

Hogan told Us Weekly that her father was in severe pain prior to his death, and that she is at least happy that he is no longer suffering.

“I’m glad he’s out of pain. I know he was in a lot of pain,” the singer said of her wrestling legend father. “In a weird way, I feel like I have a better relationship with him now. I find myself just talking to him and saying all the things I wish I could have said.”

She continued, “He was kind of tough. It was hard to have tender moments with him because he just didn’t want to talk about it.”

Brooke Hogan Went Back To Her Music Roots With A Song About Her Father’s Death

On March 31, Brooke Hogan released a new song called “Wanna Go Back,” which captures the loss of losing her father. 

A clip of the song’s mournful lyrics was posted on Instagram.

“I don’t wanna go back, ’cause you were my world, and I was your girl,” she sings. “Daddy, you lying there made a fool out of me…what you did to me.”

Ruby Rose has made serious allegations against Katy Perry, claiming that the pop star sexually assaulted her when she was in her early 20s while they were at a Melbourne nightclub. Now, an essay that the Australian actress wrote after the alleged incident has resurfaced, adding more details about what happened on the night in question.

Ruby Rose Talked About Her Sobriety

In 2011, Ruby Rose wrote an essay for the Australian outlet news.com.au, where she talked about sobriety. At one point, she detailed the night she partied with Katy Perry in 2010, revealing that she was 30 days sober at the time.

“I had been off the grog for 30 days — my first attempt at sobriety — and I was out partying with Katy. What I do remember thinking was: ‘I’ll have a drink tonight, I deserve one. I mean, what’s the worst that could happen?’” Rose wrote.

However, she didn’t stop at one drink and ended up “vomiting on Katy’s foot,” adding that she lost her keys and dignity that night. “I don’t normally spew (I don’t know why, I just don’t), so clearly the universe wanted to punish me,” she wrote.

The Actress Said Nothing ‘Horrific’ Occurred

Rose wrote that the night she partied with Perry was one of the reasons why she decided to be sober again, revealing that she hadn’t had alcohol in almost 90 days at the time the essay was written. “Before you jump to conclusions, nothing horrific happened, nor have I been hit with a DUI – but I just had enough, and it has been one of the best decisions of my life,” Rose continued.

The “Orange is the New Black” actress has been open about her sobriety, revealing that alcoholism runs in her family. In 2013, she told The Sydney Morning Herald, “I was getting sick because I have depression, so it wasn’t doing me favours in that department. As soon as I quit I felt happier.”

In 2016, Rose was removed from a restaurant after “having a tantrum,” but she defended herself, saying that she threw fries at a server after he made “repeated and derogatory jokes” about her sobriety. She regretted her actions but said, “Maybe next time I won’t throw fries, then again, maybe next time that bartender won’t tell someone who is sober to ‘go call your f-cking sponsor.’”

Ruby Rose’s Allegation Against Katy Perry

In April, Rose commented on Threads, alleging that Perry sexually assaulted her at a nightclub in Melbourne, as reported by The Blast. When users prompted her to share what happened, Rose wrote that she threw up on the singer and had previously talked about the story in public but made it out to be a “funny little drunk story.”

One user referenced Perry’s song, asking Rose, “She kissed a girl and you didn’t like it?” She responded by claiming that while she was resting on her friend’s lap, Perry allegedly rubbed her private part on her face until she “projectile vomited.” The actress claims that there were witnesses to the incident who could corroborate her story, adding that she has photos to back her story.

Katy Perry Is Under Investigation

Following Rose’s claims, she filed a formal complaint, saying, “I imagine they are past their statute of limitations, but all the more reason to try.” She then posted an update on Threads to tell her followers that she has finalized the report and will no longer be able to publicly talk about the issue due to the ongoing investigation. “I can start the healing process now. And temporary [sic] move forward. I love you all so much,” Rose wrote.

On April 15, detectives from the Melbourne Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation department confirmed that they are investigating Rose’s claim, but said that no further details will be released while they are looking into the situation.

Katy Perry’s Response To Ruby Rose’s Claim

A representative for Perry has addressed Rose’s sexual assault claim, denying that it happened. “The allegations being circulated on social media by Ruby Rose about Katy Perry are not only categorically false, they are dangerous, reckless lies,” said the rep, adding that the Australian actress has a history of making allegations on social media.

According to Rose, she didn’t come forward sooner because she was “too wounded and afraid.” She also admitted that Perry helped her obtain her U.S. visa, prompting her to keep the alleged incident a secret, until now.

In resurfaced comments about how “Euphoria” is filmed, Jacob Elordi did not sugarcoat things.

As fans dive into the new episodes of the long-awaited Season 3, the actor’s previous remarks have offered a rare glimpse into how the series comes together.

Elordi, who plays troubled high school football player Nate Jacobs, revealed that scripts were not always fully fleshed out. In a blunt assertion, he compared the experience to “throwing sh-t at the wall and seeing what would stick.”

Fans Question Jacob Elordi’s ‘Euphoria’ Script Reveal 

As chatter around “Euphoria” ramps back up, one detail from Elordi’s past interview is catching fresh attention… and raising eyebrows.

Speaking months before the Season 3 premiere, Elordi revealed that scripts weren’t always fully mapped out during filming, with pages sometimes coming in day by day. That meant he had to lean heavily on instinct, filling in emotional and narrative gaps for Nate in real time.

Now that the new season is finally out, that admission is landing differently. On Reddit, fans picked apart the approach, with some calling it “really weird,” while others floated more practical explanations, including tighter leak control or last-minute rewrites.

That latter theory has also pulled creator Sam Levinson into the conversation, with some viewers speculating he may have been adjusting scenes on the fly.

The Actor Said Limited Prep Time Shaped His Performance

In the same interview, Elordi also opened up about how little time he had to prepare before stepping into scenes, a stark shift from the more methodical process he’d relied on in past roles.

“I had no time to get ready for it,” he said. “And I didn’t have scripts in any full sense. I sort of just had creative conversations with Sam, so I had no choice.”

That lack of preparation ended up working in his favor, however. Without a fully structured script to dissect, Elordi leaned into instinct, approaching scenes with a far more experimental mindset.

“Because I had no choice, I got to be free in the acting process, ’cause it was kind of just throwing sh-t at the wall and seeing what would stick,” he explained.

Jacob Elordi Remains Deeply Connected To His ‘Euphoria’ Character

Long before Euphoria expanded into multiple seasons, Elordi had already made it clear just how complex he found Nate to be.

Speaking with WMagazine in 2021, the actor didn’t hold back, describing the character as “an emotional terrorist, a narcissist, a sociopath, a freak.”

Years later, that connection hasn’t faded. Despite Nate’s darker traits, Elordi says stepping into the character has shaped him in unexpected ways, particularly in understanding perspectives far removed from his own.

“I love him,” he said. “I act to understand a different experience, to express an experience that’s different to my own. Playing him taught me a lot about empathy and patience, which is strange with a character like that.”

Elordi Says Playing Nate Jacobs Changed How He Sees People

Reflecting on what he’s taken from the role, Elordi said portraying Nate in “Euphoria” has given him a deeper lens into human behavior. This perspective is one that the actor believes more people could apply in everyday life.

The rising A-lister explained that the process of studying and breaking down a character at that level is a rare privilege, but also a useful exercise beyond acting. In his view, approaching real-life relationships with the same curiosity could lead to better understanding, whether it’s with people close to us or even strangers online.

“If we could all sort of just approach those relationships like an actor breaking down a character, I do think that we’d have a little bit more calm in the world,” Elordi said. “I can look at everything that he does and maybe not understand it, but I can at the very least empathize.”

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Jacob Elordi Joins ‘Euphoria’ Cast On Red Carpet For Season 3 Premiere

Elordi reunited with his co-stars as “Euphoria” celebrated its Season 3 premiere at the TCL Chinese Theatre.

The actor was joined by familiar faces, including Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, and Hunter Schafer, marking a high-profile return for the cast after the show’s extended hiatus.

Dressed in an all-black ensemble, Elordi kept things sleek, finishing the look with dark sunglasses as he posed alongside both returning and new cast members. Maude Apatow and Alexa Demie were also in attendance, along with several fresh additions to the series.

Steven Spielberg is gearing up to unveil his latest extraterrestrial sci-fi project, and his latest remarks about the film suggest it may hit closer to home than audiences expect.

Speaking at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, the director said the movie will be “more truth than fiction,” adding that it will leave audiences with answers, but also a few lingering questions. He also used the moment to urge studios to keep films in theaters longer and invest more in original storytelling.

Steven Spielberg Reveals ‘Disclosure Day’ Is ‘More Truth Than Fiction’

Spielberg has built a decades-long reputation as one of Hollywood’s most influential filmmakers, with a catalog that spans everything from historical dramas to sci-fi classics. Now, the director is returning to extraterrestrial storytelling with his latest project, “Disclosure Day.”

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Set to hit theaters in June, the film has become one of the most anticipated releases of 2026. Speaking at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, Spielberg offered an early preview that has got people talking.

While he’s no stranger to the genre, the director made it clear this project takes a different approach. He described the film as “more truth than fiction,” suggesting it may lean heavily on real-world ideas, or at least widely discussed theories about extraterrestrial life, rather than pure imagination.

The Director Told Fans What To Expect From His New Movie

In his CinemaCon speech, Spielberg also revealed what drew him back to extraterrestrial storytelling for the first time in more than two decades.

The filmmaker pointed to a 2017 New York Times report detailing U.S. military pilots’ encounters with unidentified flying objects, noting that similar sightings have only grown more frequent since his last sci-fi outing, “War of the Worlds.”

Spielberg stopped short of revealing plot details, but made it clear the film isn’t aiming for tidy answers. “I really, truly believe this movie is going to answer questions,” he told attendees, before adding, “And this movie is also going to cause you to ask a lot of questions.”

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“All you need to get from the beginning to the end is a seat belt,” he continued.

Ahead of its June debut, both a teaser and a full-length trailer have already been released for “Disclosure Day.” However, attendees at CinemaCon were also shown exclusive new footage that has not yet been made public.

The clip centers on Emily Blunt, who plays a local meteorologist. In the middle of a broadcast, her delivery abruptly falters before shifting into a string of unintelligible sounds, leaving those watching visibly unsettled.

Blunt is joined by a stacked cast that also includes Josh O’Connor, Colin Firth, and Colman Domingo.

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Spielberg Wants Studios To Keep Films In The Theater For Longer

As a veteran filmmaker, Spielberg had more on his mind at CinemaCon than just promoting his latest project. He also used the moment to speak about preserving the theatrical experience that once defined how audiences engaged with films.

The director argued that movies should remain in theaters for longer stretches before moving to home platforms, praising efforts to extend exclusive windows. He pointed to moves by Universal Pictures leadership, specifically Donna Langley, to push theatrical runs out to around 45 days.

“Audiences will find what they want to watch, whether the films are big or small, but studios need to help us by greatly expanding the exclusive windows like Donna just did,” Spielberg said, per Variety.

Steven Spielberg Calls For More Original Movies

Spielberg also used his time at CinemaCon to push studios toward investing more in original storytelling, warning that an overreliance on familiar franchises could wear thin with audiences.

“If all we make is known, branded IP, we’re going to run out of gas,” he said. “There is nothing more important than giving the audience visual stories, and they can be in any form, but we need to tell more original stories.”

The event also included a personal milestone for the director, who was honored with the one-time MPA America250 Award.

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Responding to the recognition, Spielberg emotionally said, “I promise you this will not be my last.”

Jennifer Aniston has a clever wardrobe hack for looking snatched from every angle. Black dresses are inherently flattering, so it’s no wonder she wears different styles nonstop. With Aniston’s stamp of approval, little black dresses are having a major revival.

Aniston sported a sleeveless black maxi dress at The Late Show With Stephen Colbert — and the classic look is incredibly simple to recreate. Before the interview, she posed at a Hollywood event wearing a sparkly version. Aniston even wore a sexy black mini dress around New York City last September. We’re copying Aniston’s aesthetic with the chic picks below!

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To nail Aniston’s iconic look, pair your favorite black dress with heels (or flats, if you’re a comfort connoisseur like Us). The dress does all the styling work, so you won’t even need accessories. The actress wears lengths from mini to maxi, and fabrics from satin to sparkly, which prove that any black dress goes. We rounded up the best options that start at just $8!

Our Favorite: Like Aniston’s late-night show outfit, this spaghetti-strap maxi has a figure-skimming fit that shapes without squeezing. It drapes in all the right places, making you appear effortlessly slim and polished. Whether you’re attending a wedding, work event or anniversary dinner with your boo, you’re certain to stun in this sassy number.

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