Taylor Swift Sides with Team Wales Declines Meghan Markle’s Podcast Invite
Taylor Swift, one of the world’s most prominent pop stars, has made headlines not just for her music but also for her interactions with the British royal family. Recently, it was revealed that Swift declined an invitation from Meghan Markle to appear on her podcast, “Archetypes.” The news of Swift’s polite refusal comes amid her growing friendship with Prince William and his children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte.
According to The Telegraph, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, personally invited Taylor Swift by writing a heartfelt letter. Despite the personal appeal, Swift declined the offer through her representative. This development resurfaced in the media following Prince William’s attendance at Swift’s concert at London’s Wembley Stadium. The Prince of Wales attended the concert with his children to celebrate his 42nd birthday, highlighting a contrast to Swift’s earlier snub.
During the concert, Swift extended a warm birthday wish to Prince William, sharing a selfie on Instagram with the Prince, his children, and NFL player Travis Kelce. Many saw this gesture as a clear endorsement of the Wales family amid the ongoing tension between the Sussexes and the rest of the royal family.
Royal commentator Kinsey Schofield told GB News that Swift’s actions suggest she is aligning herself with Prince William and his family. “I think we are seeing Taylor side with Team Wales,” Schofield said. She contrasted this with recent images of Meghan and Harry at a Beyoncé concert, where Harry appeared noticeably less joyful compared to William’s enthusiastic presence at Swift’s concert.
The news of Swift’s refusal to appear on Markle’s podcast comes at a time when the Duchess of Sussex is trying to revive her media presence. “Archetypes,” initially featured on Spotify, was dropped after just one season. Despite attracting high-profile guests like Paris Hilton and Serena Williams, the podcast did not continue with the streaming giant. Bill Simmons, Spotify’s “head of podcast innovation,” had harsh words for Meghan and Harry, calling them “f**king grifters” told The Mirror.
However, “Archetypes” has found a new home with American podcast firm Lemonada Media. Meghan expressed her enthusiasm about joining the company’s “brilliant team” and continuing her passion for podcasting. Yet, the snub from Swift underscores the challenges Meghan faces in securing top-tier guests for her show.
The contrasting public appearances of the Sussexes and the Waleses highlight the differing paths they have taken. While Meghan and Harry have often been seen grappling with media scrutiny and public opinion, Prince William and his family continue to maintain a more traditional and positive royal image.
At the Wembley concert, Prince George and Princess Charlotte won over fans with their enthusiasm. The royal outing was seen as a sweet gesture by Prince William, especially as it coincided with his birthday. Royal expert Kinsey Schofield praised William for his “blissful” and “sweet” act of taking his children to the concert, which was well-received by the public.
The absence of Princess Kate and Prince Louis at the concert was noted, with Kate reportedly continuing her course of preventative chemotherapy following her cancer diagnosis. Despite this, the appearance of the Wales family with Taylor Swift created a heartwarming moment that resonated with fans and onlookers worldwide.
Schofield further commented on the contrasting public images of the Sussexes and the Waleses. She pointed out that while Harry appeared miserable at a recent Beyoncé concert, William was seen “shaking his tail feathers” at Swift’s concert. This difference, she argued, highlights William’s pursuit of joy and positive public engagement.