Meghan Markle could have 'made waves' at the Oscars, says insider

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were noticeably absent from the Academy Awards on Sunday, leaving many wondering why the Duchess of Sussex, 43, skipped Hollywood’s biggest night—especially when her presence could have been a major moment.

According to insiders, Meghan’s appearance at the star-studded event would have been a power move, generating massive global attention.

Speaking to the Daily Mail, a source stated: "She [Meghan] would make waves if she shows up tonight and will get global publicity for her series."

PR expert Lynn Carratt also weighed in, suggesting that had Meghan stepped onto the Oscars red carpet, it would have sent a strong message about her return to entertainment.

Speaking to Sportsbook Review, Carratt explained: "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."

With Meghan's Netflix show, With Love, Meghan set to premiere soon, some expected her to leverage the Oscars' global platform to promote it. However, her absence raises questions about her future Hollywood moves and whether she is strategizing a different kind of return to the spotlight.

For now, it seems Meghan and Harry are staying selective about their public appearances, leaving fans to wonder when and where they will step into the entertainment world next.

Is Meghan Markle trying to return to Hollywood?

PR analysts believe Meghan is repositioning herself in entertainment, with the Oscars being a prime opportunity. With her new lifestyle show with Netflix premiering within days, this could be the start to Meghan rebranding herself in her post-royal career.

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