https://www.scmp.com/rss/517681/feed The latest news on Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, American member of the British royal family, businesswoman and former actress, including celebrity news and updates. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, are facing backlash for their recent privately funded Australia tour, which reportedly combined humanitarian work with commercial interests. Outlets like The Sydney Morning Herald and The Guardian have accused the pair of “[using Australia] as an ATM”. Meghan, in particular, drew criticism for her appearance at Her Best Life, a lavish women’s retreat in Sydney, where tickets came with a hefty price tag of A$2,699 (US$1,900) to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3351952/meet-lady-colin-campbell-who-criticised-meghan-markle-during-her-australia-tour?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3351952/meet-lady-colin-campbell-who-criticised-meghan-markle-during-her-australia-tour?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 01 May 2026 10:00:14 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela Countryside living has never been more appealing than it is today. During Covid, urbanites flocked to rural areas in droves, looking to escape to bigger and greener pastures that would provide much-needed respite and calm during times of calamity. Fast forward a few years and the countryside’s charms show no signs of waning. To prove it, a slew of celebrities have bought permanent homes in pastoral landscapes from the Beckhams (David developed a love for beekeeping along with it) to the Sussexes... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3350476/how-beckhams-and-ellen-degeneres-are-inspiring-cottagecore-trend-urban-homes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3350476/how-beckhams-and-ellen-degeneres-are-inspiring-cottagecore-trend-urban-homes?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:00:11 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Nicole Kidman’s latest role may be her most unexpected yet. The Oscar-winning actress – known for her transformative performances in 1990s and 2000s classics like Moulin Rouge, Eyes Wide Shut and The Hours, and more recently, the 2024 erotic thriller Babygirl – revealed during a recent talk at the University of San Francisco that she is training to become a death doula. Kidman shared that the death of her mother in 2024 inspired her decision. “As my mother was passing, she was lonely, and there... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3350165/explainer-what-death-doula-and-why-nicole-kidman-training-become-one?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3350165/explainer-what-death-doula-and-why-nicole-kidman-training-become-one?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:47 +0000 Tribune News Service Tribune News Service Christina Applegate is where she has spent many listless, painful nights over the last year working on her memoir: in bed. She passes most of her days inside a bedroom of her home in Laurel Canyon, a neighbourhood of Los Angeles in the Hollywood Hills. It is already not a great day when we connect over video conference in late February – no day is free from the exhaustion and symptoms of multiple sclerosis, the autoimmune disease she was diagnosed with in 2021. This particular afternoon, she... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3346303/christina-applegates-life-story-horrible-stuff-some-fun-then-awful-again?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3346303/christina-applegates-life-story-horrible-stuff-some-fun-then-awful-again?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:15:07 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown If you’ve ever wanted to look both booked and busy, effortlessly insouciant and a touch preppy – and definitely like a fashion person – then you really need to think about your jumpers. More specifically, how to wear them. The most recent fashion season, brimming as ever with new ideas, has breathed new life into an old one: the art of tying a jumper around your shoulders. Not only does it fit with the current trend for preppiness with a wink – from the peppy V-neck sweaters tied loosely around... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3341837/effortless-style-how-master-sweater-drape-gracie-adams-and-kendall-jenner?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3341837/effortless-style-how-master-sweater-drape-gracie-adams-and-kendall-jenner?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 07 Feb 2026 22:00:08 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa It’s no secret that several influential people have turned to psychics and astrologers for help and comfort in the past. Former US president Ronald Reagan and first lady Nancy Reagan were known to heavily rely on their astrologer Joan Quigley for everything, from scheduling presidential trips to press conferences. Meghan Markle is said to have befriended famed Australian astrologer Angela Pearl, while a picture of designer Jonathan Anderson having a tarot reading done recently went viral on... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3336994/meet-laura-lynne-jackson-clairvoyant-and-psychic-medium-kim-kardashian-and-gwyneth-paltrow?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3336994/meet-laura-lynne-jackson-clairvoyant-and-psychic-medium-kim-kardashian-and-gwyneth-paltrow?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 21 Dec 2025 22:00:12 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa From head-turning red carpet moments to street style, 2025 delivered some unforgettable fashion statements. Here’s our round-up of the year’s most talked-about looks. Kicking off with the wedding of the year, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s lavish three-day extravaganza in Venice in June cost upwards of US$20 million, per Forbes. For her big day, the bride wore a Dolce & Gabbana wedding dress. While attending the European premiere of Marvel’s Thunderbolts in London this April, actor Pedro... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3336848/2025s-most-viral-fashion-moments-jean-paul-gaultiers-naked-suit-brad-pitt-and-ines-de-ramons-couple?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3336848/2025s-most-viral-fashion-moments-jean-paul-gaultiers-naked-suit-brad-pitt-and-ines-de-ramons-couple?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:00:12 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Celebrity astrologer Angela Pearl’s recent Instagram post hinted that the duke and duchess of Sussex may be planning a trip to Australia in the near future. Last week, the Australian astrologist shared a photo with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle – which, according to People, is from the same day the couple had dinner with Ed Sheeran last month – as well as a partially redacted letter the former royal couple had written to her, dated October 24. “We wanted to thank you for joining us … Your... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3333101/meet-meghan-markles-astrologer-angela-pearl-who-royal-reportedly-obsessed?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3333101/meet-meghan-markles-astrologer-angela-pearl-who-royal-reportedly-obsessed?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 18 Nov 2025 02:54:58 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa From Beyoncé, Mark Zuckerberg and Oprah Winfrey, to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the guest list for Kris Jenner’s 70th birthday bash on November 8 was a who’s who of America’s elites. However, it was Dr Steven Levine – the plastic surgeon behind Jenner’s viral new facelift – who captured the internet’s attention. Levine was seen on Jenner’s Instagram mingling with the Kardashian-Jenner clan at the James Bond-themed 70th birthday party, hosted at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s Beverly Hills... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3332467/meet-dr-steven-levine-surgeon-behind-kris-jenners-facelift-broke-internet?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3332467/meet-dr-steven-levine-surgeon-behind-kris-jenners-facelift-broke-internet?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:00:13 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Everyone’s favourite momager, Kris Jenner, rang in her 70th birthday this weekend with a wild James Bond-themed birthday bash at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos’ Beverly Hills mansion on November 8. A-list attendees celebrating the Kardashian matriarch’s milestone included Oprah Winfrey, Mariah Carey, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Adele, Tyler Perry, Vin Diesel, Mark Zuckerberg and others. Jenner’s daughters and stars of Hulu’s The Kardashians were all in attendance alongside extended... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3332175/kris-jenners-70th-birthday-matriarch-kardashian-jenner-clan-through-years?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3332175/kris-jenners-70th-birthday-matriarch-kardashian-jenner-clan-through-years?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 10 Nov 2025 07:50:31 +0000 Associated Press Associated Press Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have joined prominent computer scientists, economists, artists, evangelical Christian leaders and American conservative commentators Steve Bannon and Glenn Beck to call for a ban on AI “superintelligence” that threatens humanity. The letter, released on Wednesday by a politically and geographically diverse group of public figures, is squarely aimed at tech giants like Google, OpenAI and Meta Platforms that are racing each other to build a form of artificial... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3329970/prince-harry-meghan-richard-branson-urge-halt-ai-superintelligence-race?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3329970/prince-harry-meghan-richard-branson-urge-halt-ai-superintelligence-race?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 22 Oct 2025 11:55:52 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Tala Alamuddin doesn’t just resemble Amal Clooney – the British-Lebanese designer is also incredibly close to her lawyer and human rights activist older sister. The two sisters have been each other’s biggest cheerleaders over the years, with Alamuddin taking on the duties of a maid of honour during her 2014 nuptials to George Clooney (the couple elected not to have a traditional one or a best man). Alamuddin’s daughter, Mia, was Amal’s only flower girl at the wedding. In return, when Alamuddin... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3328751/meet-tala-alamuddin-amal-clooneys-lookalike-designer-sister-who-created-dress-amal-wore-harry-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3328751/meet-tala-alamuddin-amal-clooneys-lookalike-designer-sister-who-created-dress-amal-wore-harry-and?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:00:09 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso To say Paris Fashion Week is a star-studded affair would be an understatement. But we’ve had an extra dose of celebrity glam this season with the event putting on a whopping 74 shows on the official calendar. As over a dozen new creative directors showed their debut collections for major luxury houses such as Balenciaga and Chanel, we saw countless A-listers grace the front row of their runways. Below we break down some stand-out celebrity looks this season, from the big and bold to the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3328218/28-stand-out-celebrity-paris-fashion-week-looks-nicole-kidman-blackpinks-lisa-meghan-markle-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3328218/28-stand-out-celebrity-paris-fashion-week-looks-nicole-kidman-blackpinks-lisa-meghan-markle-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 08 Oct 2025 07:38:51 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Three of the season’s most awaited debuts took place this weekend at Paris Fashion Week. Italian designer Pierpaolo Piccioli, previously of Valentino, unveiled his first collection for Balenciaga with a star-studded front row that included Meghan Markle and Anne Hathaway. American duo Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez presented their debut collection for Spanish brand Loewe, while Belgian designer Glenn Martens, who made his debut at Maison Margiela during the haute couture shows in July,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327950/paris-fashion-week-balenciagas-bold-hues-leather-loewe-and-no-nonsense-maison-margiela?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327950/paris-fashion-week-balenciagas-bold-hues-leather-loewe-and-no-nonsense-maison-margiela?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Oct 2025 03:58:08 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela All eyes – pardon the pun – are on evil eye jewellery. These charms, traditionally worn as protection against being cursed by a jealous gaze or the “evil eye”, have now transcended cultural boundaries and are being reinterpreted in modern jewellery by designer brands like Schiaparelli, and worn by celebrities like Rihanna, Gigi Hadid, Blake Lively and Meghan Markle. The belief in the evil eye can be traced back around 5,000 years to ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt. The idea then spread widely,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3326833/evil-eye-jewellery-casts-its-timeless-spell-finding-fans-rihanna-and-gigi-hadid?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3326833/evil-eye-jewellery-casts-its-timeless-spell-finding-fans-rihanna-and-gigi-hadid?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 28 Sep 2025 22:15:11 +0000 Associated Press Associated Press Britain’s Prince Harry joined his father, King Charles, for tea on Wednesday at his Clarence House home in London, the first time they have met in well over a year. The two have been distant since Harry and his wife, Meghan, left royal life and moved to California in 2020 and then publicly aired grievances about his family. Harry was driven through the gates of Charles’ London home following an earlier engagement at the Centre for Blast Injury Studies at Imperial College London. The Duke of... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3325099/prince-harry-has-tea-king-charles-first-meeting-over-year?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3325099/prince-harry-has-tea-king-charles-first-meeting-over-year?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 10 Sep 2025 17:49:45 +0000 Carolina Malis Carolina Malis If hairstyles had passports, the bun would surely boast the most stamps. It’s been everywhere: gracing royal courts and spinning through dance studios, quickly whipped up atop heads on coffee runs and catching the light on fashion runways. This deceptively simple hairstyle has reigned for centuries, repeatedly declared “the look of the season” as though it had ever truly faded from style. The bun is fashion’s quiet overachiever: endlessly adaptable, reliably chic and just as fitting at a couture... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3319151/why-bun-hairstyle-such-versatile-classic-adopt-sleek-chignon-audrey-hepburn-kendall-jenner-and-bella?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3319151/why-bun-hairstyle-such-versatile-classic-adopt-sleek-chignon-audrey-hepburn-kendall-jenner-and-bella?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 23 Jul 2025 22:00:07 +0000 Hyewon Lee Hyewon Lee Australian designer Tamara Ralph, the visionary behind Meghan Markle’s engagement photo dress, captivated the audience once again at Paris Haute Couture Week by dressing Hailee Steinfeld in a dazzling cut-out gown. Beyond her beloved designs, Ralph shares her life with UK-based Indian entrepreneur Bhanu Choudhrie, the founder of C&C Alpha Group and Alpha Aviation Group, and son of pioneering businessman Sudhir Choudhrie. Here’s what to know about Bhanu Choudhrie, who was spotted in Paris... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/article/3318770/who-fashion-designer-tamara-ralphs-partner-bhanu-choudhrie-entrepreneur-and-philanthropist-son?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/article/3318770/who-fashion-designer-tamara-ralphs-partner-bhanu-choudhrie-entrepreneur-and-philanthropist-son?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 20 Jul 2025 10:00:11 +0000 Tribune News Service Tribune News Service For all of Meghan Markle’s talk about being “authentic” – by publicising her viral pregnancy twerking video or demanding that people “tell the truth” about her – a recent report raises questions about whether she is being straightforward about what is going on with her embattled As Ever lifestyle brand. Is she selling jam, tea and other food products that align with current culinary ideas about what is “authentic”? Speaking of those products, the California-based Duchess of Sussex has announced... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3315718/meghan-markles-jam-scam-report-casts-doubt-authentic-claims?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3315718/meghan-markles-jam-scam-report-casts-doubt-authentic-claims?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:15:08 +0000 Bridget Barnett Bridget Barnett One of the most quietly commanding accessories you can wear – small in size but rich in symbolism – the pinky ring, especially the signet variety, has always been a popular jewellery choice among a certain set. Enjoying a spike in popularity of late, signet rings are frequently being spotted on runways, red carpets and in collections from designers putting their own spin on this old-school staple. So what exactly is a signet ring – and is it the same as a pinky ring? Not quite. A pinky ring is... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3311837/enduring-allure-signet-ring-how-striking-piece-jewellery-travelled-mesopotamia-3500bc-21st-century?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3311837/enduring-allure-signet-ring-how-striking-piece-jewellery-travelled-mesopotamia-3500bc-21st-century?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 26 May 2025 10:00:31 +0000 Tribune News Service Tribune News Service Meghan Markle has bared her soul and her bare face in her first ever podcast interview, appearing make-up free in a black sweatsuit and white trainers. “Meghan is opening up like never before, and shares real, raw and soul-filling stories, insights and inspiration. I’ve never cried so much in an interview, in the BEST possible way,” host Jamie Kern Lima teased about the latest episode of her podcast in an Instagram post. “And she and I decided to do the episode the same way we spend most of our... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/family-relationships/article/3308299/meghan-markle-opening-never-podcast-interview-harry-royal-life?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/family-relationships/article/3308299/meghan-markle-opening-never-podcast-interview-harry-royal-life?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 29 Apr 2025 04:15:07 +0000 In the mood for some royal revelations? Former aide to the British monarchy Jason Knauf sat down with 60 Minutes Australia recently, sharing details about how Prince William reacted to the news of his wife Princess Catherine’s cancer diagnosis within a few weeks of learning about his father’s battle with the disease. Soon after the news came to light, the Prince of Wales had a conversation with Knauf over the phone, which the latter described as “absolutely awful”, recalling, “It’s the lowest... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3299881/meet-jason-knauf-who-accused-meghan-markle-bullying-staff-ex-aide-british-monarchy-texas-native-who?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3299881/meet-jason-knauf-who-accused-meghan-markle-bullying-staff-ex-aide-british-monarchy-texas-native-who?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:00:07 +0000 Au revoir, American Riviera Orchard. Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has rebranded her fledgling company to As Ever just weeks after restarting her social media life under a new handle on Instagram. Meghan teased American Riviera Orchard in 2024 with jars of preserves. The new company has a fresh website she unveiled this week with a rare photo of three-year-old Lilibet, her youngest child with Prince Harry. Lilibet is seen frolicking on a well-manicured lawn with her mother. View this... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3299408/meghan-duchess-sussex-unveils-new-lifestyle-brand-ever-instagram-video?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3299408/meghan-duchess-sussex-unveils-new-lifestyle-brand-ever-instagram-video?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Feb 2025 05:53:45 +0000 Rupert Murdoch’s UK tabloids made a rare apology to Prince Harry in settling his privacy invasion lawsuit and will pay him a substantial sum, his lawyer said on Wednesday. News Group Newspapers offered a “full and unequivocal apology to the Duke of Sussex for the serious intrusion by The Sun between 1996 and 2011 into his private life, including incidents of unlawful activities carried out by private investigators working for The Sun”, lawyer David Sherborne read from settlement statement in... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3295847/rupert-murdochs-uk-news-group-apologises-prince-harry?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3295847/rupert-murdochs-uk-news-group-apologises-prince-harry?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 22 Jan 2025 11:39:57 +0000 A new Netflix series starring Meghan Markle, the actress wife of Britain’s Prince Harry, has been delayed because of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, the Duchess of Sussex has said. With Love, Meghan, an eight-episode lifestyle and cooking show, had been due to debut on the streaming platform on January 15. But with blazes that have killed at least 24 people still burning across Los Angeles, and thousands of homes destroyed, it has been pushed back to March. “I’m thankful to my partners at... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3294488/meghan-markles-netflix-show-delayed-la-fires-bring-chaos-film-and-tv-productions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3294488/meghan-markles-netflix-show-delayed-la-fires-bring-chaos-film-and-tv-productions?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Jan 2025 05:45:08 +0000 The symbolism that Meghan Markle chose for her stunning New Year’s Day return to Instagram, the day before announcing her splashy new Netflix lifestyle show, could not be any more clear. In classic, black-and-white imagery, a video, reportedly shot by Prince Harry, shows the Duchess of Sussex, barefoot and wearing a casual, flowing white shirt and white Capri pants. She runs towards the surf of the Pacific Ocean near her home in the US state of California on a wintry-looking day. Laughing... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3293250/why-meghan-markles-new-netflix-show-love-meghan-could-be-clean-slate-duchess?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3293250/why-meghan-markles-new-netflix-show-love-meghan-could-be-clean-slate-duchess?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Jan 2025 07:15:08 +0000 Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, started the new year with her first Instagram account since 2020. Her first post is a black and white video of herself at the beach, wearing white and drawing 2025 in the sand on an overcast day. The @meghan account already has 1.2 million followers. Meghan and Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, were married in 2018, and were initially part of @KensingtonRoyal, which also included Harry’s brother, Prince William, and his wife, Kate, the Princess of Wales. But a year... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3293083/meghan-duchess-sussex-back-instagram-moody-video-post?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3293083/meghan-duchess-sussex-back-instagram-moody-video-post?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Jan 2025 00:03:56 +0000 1. Meghan Markle’s top 50 royal outfits, from Dior haute couture to J.Crew chic - see her best looks since 2018 Discover the Duchess of Sussex’s standout style as she blends royal elegance with California ease, incorporating a timeless fashion philosophy and iconic style. 2. Discover Kate Middleton’s must-have wardrobe staples, from Superga, Veja, Strathberry, Mulberry, and Aspinal of London What are the items that Catherine, Princess of Wales, wears on repeat as she champions sustainability and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/3285275/meghan-markle-and-prince-harry-kate-middleton-and-princess-diana-what-are-british-royal-familys?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/3285275/meghan-markle-and-prince-harry-kate-middleton-and-princess-diana-what-are-british-royal-familys?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 05 Nov 2024 10:00:48 +0000 Meghan Markle’s mum, Doria Ragland, has been getting friendly with two of the most famous “momagers” in the biz. Last month, Ragland was pictured at an art event with Tina Knowles, the mother of music superstars Beyoncé and Solange, in Los Angeles. According to The Kinsey Collection, its event centred around a discussion of “the history and significance of Black art and how various communities can work together to preserve this vital piece of American history” and was “brought together through... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3258517/meet-beyonces-mum-tina-knowles-who-hangs-out-meghan-markles-mum-doria-ragland-social-media-savvy-70?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3258517/meet-beyonces-mum-tina-knowles-who-hangs-out-meghan-markles-mum-doria-ragland-social-media-savvy-70?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 10 Apr 2024 11:00:24 +0000 If the question “where is Wendy Williams” has been on your mind in recent months, you can prepare to have that query answered very soon. Lifetime recently released the official trailer for its two-part documentary of the same name, which will detail the trials and tribulations of the controversial former TV host after she suddenly “disappeared” from the limelight two years ago. The trailer, which quickly garnered over half a million views in its first week, shows the life and struggles of the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3252453/where-controversial-ex-tv-host-wendy-williams-now-author-whos-mocked-meghan-markle-rob-kardashian?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3252453/where-controversial-ex-tv-host-wendy-williams-now-author-whos-mocked-meghan-markle-rob-kardashian?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 22 Feb 2024 20:00:23 +0000 In Hollywood films, all romances start with a meet-cute ... and sometimes this does happen in real life too, from Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively’s slow-burn relationship to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s instant fairy-tale connection. This Valentine’s Day, we have a little treat for all Style readers who are hopeless romantics and believers of love at first sight. Here are five adorable, occasionally awkward first dates featuring our favourite couples that could appear straight out of a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3251379/5-adorable-celebrity-first-dates-valentines-day-blake-lively-and-ryan-reynolds-prince-harry-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3251379/5-adorable-celebrity-first-dates-valentines-day-blake-lively-and-ryan-reynolds-prince-harry-and?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 13 Feb 2024 10:00:15 +0000 If like almost everybody on the planet, you also watched the blockbuster Netflix Beckham documentary, you may have found yourself fascinated all over again by the OG power couple at its heart. You will have been reminded of David and Victoria Beckham’s tabloid-filling fame in the 90s. Heartened by the way they still lovingly tease each other all these years of marriage later (Posh even turned one of their jokes into a slogan T-shirt for sale on her website). And wowed by all of those frankly... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3250524/remodelling-your-engagement-ring-isnt-rude-just-ask-meghan-markle-styles-change-do-financial?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3250524/remodelling-your-engagement-ring-isnt-rude-just-ask-meghan-markle-styles-change-do-financial?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 12 Feb 2024 02:00:13 +0000 Stacking jewellery pieces, be it rings and necklaces or bangles and bracelets, has become a prevalent way for wearers to put their personal spins on classic designs. Anyone can visit a boutique and acquire a few rings or bangles, but how one mixes and matches these gives the piece personality and energy. Luxury jewellery is a way to mark special occasions; a milestone or an anniversary. This way, jewellery stacks can reflect noteworthy moments and achievements in life. But more than anything... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3249314/why-cartiers-love-bangle-was-og-must-have-stacking-bracelet-created-1969-and-inspired-chastity-belts?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3249314/why-cartiers-love-bangle-was-og-must-have-stacking-bracelet-created-1969-and-inspired-chastity-belts?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 22 Jan 2024 06:04:40 +0000 When Meghan Markle and Prince Harry quietly moved to California in March 2020 during the start of the pandemic, little did we know the controversial royal couple would make Tinseltown their “forever home”. And while they largely keep a low profile, the pair are often spotted grabbing a bite to eat at some of their favourite restaurants in Los Angeles and beyond. Because no matter how famous you are, you still get cravings for your favourite dishes. Keen to bump into Meghan and Harry during your... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/dining/article/3246969/8-meghan-markle-and-prince-harrys-favourite-restaurants-italian-eateries-terroni-cecconis-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/dining/article/3246969/8-meghan-markle-and-prince-harrys-favourite-restaurants-italian-eateries-terroni-cecconis-and?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 02 Jan 2024 20:00:17 +0000 To live a long, healthy life, start doing strength workouts, says a celebrity trainer who has worked with A-listers including Meghan Markle, Jennifer Aniston and Sofia Vergara. Resistance training, particularly through low-impact exercise, is key to healthy ageing, says Sebastien Lagree, the founder of US-based Lagree Fitness, a high-intensity, low-impact exercise method. “Not enough people understand the benefits of resistance training. It’s not just for the aesthetics,” he said. “Now that I’m... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3244763/how-live-long-healthy-life-trainer-jennifer-aniston-and-meghan-markle-says-low-impact-strength?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3244763/how-live-long-healthy-life-trainer-jennifer-aniston-and-meghan-markle-says-low-impact-strength?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 13 Dec 2023 08:15:09 +0000 Omid Scobie’s much-anticipated book Endgame has not disappointed hungry royalists eager to delve into the deep – and often controversial – side of the British blue-blooded family. One revelation suggests that the late Queen Elizabeth reportedly “offered” her Black equerry, Lieutenant Colonel Nana Kofi Twumasi-Ankrah, to “help” Meghan Markle “feel comfortable” while she adjusted to life as a royal. “Though a charming and intelligent man, it stood out like a sore thumb to Meghan and her... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3244767/meet-late-queen-elizabeths-black-equerry-she-offered-meghan-markle-lt-col-nana-kofi-twumasi-ankrah?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3244767/meet-late-queen-elizabeths-black-equerry-she-offered-meghan-markle-lt-col-nana-kofi-twumasi-ankrah?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 12 Dec 2023 22:00:09 +0000 In California in the early 1970s, Kirk Rich, a third-generation employee at his family’s watch shop, began to make waves in the luxury timepiece industry for his dial modifications. At the time, Rich wasn’t the only person repainting faded dials, or adjusting brand names on Tudors or Rolexes per customer whims, or swapping out indicators to create the “California style” featuring both Arabic and Roman numerals. But his name passed to dealers around the country and inspired generations of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/watches/article/3242706/does-modified-rolex-hold-its-value-luna-skye-releasing-15-reworked-vintage-rolex-datejust-36-watches?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/watches/article/3242706/does-modified-rolex-hold-its-value-luna-skye-releasing-15-reworked-vintage-rolex-datejust-36-watches?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 26 Nov 2023 00:00:13 +0000 The British royal family members get plenty of press, but sometimes it’s their spouses that garner the most attention. For example, Prince Harry’s wife Meghan Markle or Prince William’s wife Kate Middleton. From their style to their pre-royal life, it’s often the non-blue-bloods whose every move attracts the public’s attention. After all, they used to be just like us, right? Whether you’re watching The Crown season six or not, you may already be familiar with some of the most recognisable names... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3242173/9-people-who-married-british-royal-family-meghan-markle-and-kate-middleton-italian-property-ceo?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3242173/9-people-who-married-british-royal-family-meghan-markle-and-kate-middleton-italian-property-ceo?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 20 Nov 2023 22:00:22 +0000 More British royal family bombshells are in the offing, as Omid Scobie’s anticipated new book Endgame is set to be released this November 28. Described as an “explosive” book covering the current state of the monarchy – featuring chapters about Queen Elizabeth’s final days, the disgrace of Prince Andrew and, of course, Meghan and Harry’s relationships with them all – Scobie’s work is set to unveil more secrets of the inner workings of the most famous royal family in the world. However, Meghan... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3241926/who-endgame-author-and-meghan-markles-mouthpiece-omid-scobie-bestselling-writers-new-bombshell-book?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3241926/who-endgame-author-and-meghan-markles-mouthpiece-omid-scobie-bestselling-writers-new-bombshell-book?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 19 Nov 2023 22:00:13 +0000 You don’t necessarily have to be a royal to stay in a fairy tale castle. These days, luxury hotel groups all around the world are working with heritage sites to bring storied old buildings to life – many of which boast blue-blooded history. Which means checking in, amid the same regal traditions and ornate furnishings enjoyed by generations of royals, can feel a lot like playing prince or princess. Here are 10 dreamy castles and palaces you can book right now … 1. The Castle Hotel, a Luxury... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/travel-hotels/article/3237784/10-fairy-tale-castles-you-can-stay-irl-feel-royal-beijings-aman-summer-palace-and-rajasthans-six?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/travel-hotels/article/3237784/10-fairy-tale-castles-you-can-stay-irl-feel-royal-beijings-aman-summer-palace-and-rajasthans-six?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 28 Oct 2023 10:00:10 +0000 Coco Chanel, who remains the byword in all things elegant, once said that costume jewellery “isn’t made to provoke desire, just astonishment at most. It must remain an ornament and an amusement”. Yet Chanel famously preferred costume jewellery – ropes of “fake” pearls, button earrings, sculptural cuffs and more – to the “real” stuff. Costume jewellery, she also once said, wasn’t intended to give women an “aura of wealth” but to “make them beautiful”. And as in most things, Chanel was thoroughly... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3238568/listers-show-how-mix-costume-jewellery-high-jewellery-catherine-princess-wales-selena-gomez-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3238568/listers-show-how-mix-costume-jewellery-high-jewellery-catherine-princess-wales-selena-gomez-and?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 23 Oct 2023 04:00:24 +0000 During the Sag-Aftra and WGA strikes, much of Hollywood’s glam squads have been out of work due to cancelled press events, red carpets and film and TV shoots. While many of these professionals support the strikes, celebrity make-up artists have also been speaking up about their own challenges. Over the past five months, they’ve faced empty schedules as the protests continued. Hopefully, with WGA reaching a tentative agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP)... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/3236131/10-make-artists-loved-celebrities-beyonces-fave-sir-john-and-kim-ks-go-mario-dedivanovic-ariana?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/3236131/10-make-artists-loved-celebrities-beyonces-fave-sir-john-and-kim-ks-go-mario-dedivanovic-ariana?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 28 Sep 2023 23:00:11 +0000 London’s vaunted Metropolitan Police Service is grappling with a blight that’s been affecting police departments in the United States: racism among its ranks that has been exposed by secret text messages shared among officers. In a sign that racism has roiled in the highest ranks of the Metropolitan Police, the BBC reported on Tuesday that six retired officers, who all spent time in the force’s Diplomatic Protection Group, have been charged with criminal offences over “grossly offensive racist... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3231379/ex-uk-police-officers-charged-over-racist-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-text-messages?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3231379/ex-uk-police-officers-charged-over-racist-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-text-messages?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 17 Aug 2023 06:30:16 +0000 Prince Harry may have swapped out royal life in Britain to live the American dream out in Montecito, California, but he’s held onto a few familiar things from his past that long-time fans will still recognise – like his love for polo. And with polo playing comes polo pals. Argentinian professional polo player Nacho Figueras is one of Harry’s loyal companions to remain by his side through thick and thin. The pair has been spotted together on numerous occasions lately too. For their most recent... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3231150/move-over-william-meet-prince-harrys-bestie-nacho-figueras-known-david-beckham-polo-he-goes-trips?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3231150/move-over-william-meet-prince-harrys-bestie-nacho-figueras-known-david-beckham-polo-he-goes-trips?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Aug 2023 22:15:16 +0000 Planning your dream wedding is an exciting journey, but amid all the dress choices and critical cake decisions, it’s easy for beauty prep to slip through the cracks. However, ever since Sofia Richie’s fairy-tale nuptials in April, dubbed “this year’s royal wedding” by Vogue, the world has been captivated by the possibilities of bridal beauty. With three stunning custom Chanel gowns, her wedding was a breathtaking affair. But achieving that ethereal look didn’t happen overnight. Lionel Richie’s... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3230011/how-plan-wedding-beauty-timeline-inspired-sofia-richie-we-reveal-celebrity-brides-kim-kardashian?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3230011/how-plan-wedding-beauty-timeline-inspired-sofia-richie-we-reveal-celebrity-brides-kim-kardashian?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 05 Aug 2023 08:00:12 +0000 Prince Harry and Meghan Markle asked US President Joe Biden for a lift home on Air Force One following Queen Elizabeth’s funeral last September, according to British tabloid reports. The reported request was immediately shut down by the White House, with one source describing the idea as a “non-starter”, the Daily Mail reported. Harry and Meghan live in California, but they were already in the UK for charity reasons when the queen died on September 8, 2022. They stayed until her funeral on... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3228666/prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-asked-biden-lift-air-force-one-after-queen-elizabeths-funeral?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3228666/prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-asked-biden-lift-air-force-one-after-queen-elizabeths-funeral?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 23 Jul 2023 19:58:52 +0000 A column in the UK’s Sun tabloid that fantasised about seeing Prince Harry’s wife, Meghan, being pelted with faeces as she was paraded naked through the streets was sexist, Britain’s press watchdog found. The column by TV personality Jeremy Clarkson in December described how he hated the Duchess of Sussex “on a cellular level.” He said she used “vivid bedroom promises” to turn Harry into a “warrior of woke” and controlled him like a sock puppet. “The imagery employed by the columnist in this... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3226255/horrific-hurtful-and-cruel-tabloid-column-about-meghan-markle-was-sexist-uk-media-watchdog-decides?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3226255/horrific-hurtful-and-cruel-tabloid-column-about-meghan-markle-was-sexist-uk-media-watchdog-decides?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 01 Jul 2023 16:01:18 +0000 “Revenge dressing” is a phrase used to describe daring, post-break-up fashion. It’s often associated with a minidress Princess Diana wore in 1994 that’s still talked about today. From royals to reality stars, take a look at nine of the most iconic revenge dresses of all time. 1. Marilyn Monroe Marilyn Monroe laid the groundwork for what we now know as revenge dressing during her divorce from Joe DiMaggio. Throughout the hearings, Monroe – who was married to baseball player DiMaggio for nine... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3225181/9-celebrity-revenge-dresses-have-gone-down-history-taylor-swifts-oscar-de-la-renta-gown-and-shakiras?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3225181/9-celebrity-revenge-dresses-have-gone-down-history-taylor-swifts-oscar-de-la-renta-gown-and-shakiras?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 24 Jun 2023 19:00:10 +0000 Hong Kong may not have its own monarchy, but the former British colony has certainly played host to plenty of royals from all over the world over the years. From Queen Elizabeth and Princess Diana’s multiple visits in the 80s and 90s to Lady Amelia and Eliza Spencer and Princess Beatrice, who popped by earlier this year, the city has a long history with welcoming blue bloods. Meanwhile, then-to-be royals like Marie-Chantal, Alexandra von Fürstenberg and Alexandra Manley all grew up in the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3224196/18-famous-royals-who-visited-or-lived-hong-kong-britains-meghan-markle-princess-diana-and-king?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3224196/18-famous-royals-who-visited-or-lived-hong-kong-britains-meghan-markle-princess-diana-and-king?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 15 Jun 2023 21:00:09 +0000 Wait – did Meghan Markle really come to Hong Kong? Princess Diana’s nieces, Lady Amelia and Eliza Spencer, might be the British royals who most recently caused a stir by touching down in the city, but the Duchess of Sussex actually did the same 10 years ago. That’s right. Before she received her royal title, Markle, 41, visited the fragrant harbour for a Suits press tour in Asia. @NBC's #Suits @MeghanMarkle is en route to #HongKong. Get ready for a great party on Tuesday! @ENewsAsia @CASBAAHK... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3223375/when-meghan-markle-visited-hong-kong-duchess-sussex-arrived-city-2012-suits-press-tour-ate-dim-sum?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3223375/when-meghan-markle-visited-hong-kong-duchess-sussex-arrived-city-2012-suits-press-tour-ate-dim-sum?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 09 Jun 2023 21:00:12 +0000