The simmering feud between Meghan Markle and Victoria Beckham is reaching new heights as the two celebrities prepare to compete for viewers in a high-stakes media showdown. What started as a friendly connection has now evolved into a battle of influence and audience attention, with both women set to make headlines in 2025.
A History of Tension
Meghan Markle and Victoria Beckham once shared a cordial relationship, with Beckham even offering advice to the Duchess of Sussex on London’s best hairdressers, stylists, and spas. However, the friendship soured when Meghan suspected Victoria of leaking details about her to the press. This led to an angry confrontation between Prince Harry and David Beckham, leaving David “furious” according to reports.
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The situation escalated when Meghan reportedly asked David Beckham to attend an Invictus Games event in Australia, only for Harry to distance himself from David to avoid media competition. Tom Bower’s book, Revenge: Meghan, Harry, and the War Between the Windsors, details these tensions, further complicating the relationship between Meghan and Victoria.
The Olive Branch That Wasn’t
During a recent trip to Colombia, Meghan Markle wore a silk blouse by Victoria Beckham while speaking at EAN University. Some saw this as a peace offering, but Victoria has not publicly acknowledged the gesture. The lack of response suggests that the rift between them remains unresolved.
Competing Shows Set to Debut
The rivalry between Meghan and Victoria is set to intensify as they both prepare to launch high-profile projects in 2025. Meghan is working on a cooking and gardening show for Netflix, celebrating “the joys of cooking, gardening, entertaining, and friendship.” This series, directed by Michael Steed and executive produced by Meghan and Chanel Pysnik, was initially set to air sooner but has been delayed due to copyright issues with Meghan’s lifestyle brand.
On the other side, Victoria Beckham is also gearing up for a major Netflix project. Announced on August 21, her documentary series will delve into her journey as a Creative Director of her own fashion and beauty brand. The series promises to offer an inside look at Victoria’s professional reinvention.
The Race for Ratings
With both Meghan and Victoria’s shows slated for release in 2025, the timing could pit them directly against each other in a bid for viewer attention. Meghan’s show, although completed, faces delays, while Victoria’s series is still in production. This close timing could result in a fierce competition for ratings, adding a new layer to their ongoing feud.
As the release dates approach, the media will be closely watching how these two high-profile women navigate their rivalry and how their respective projects perform. The battle for dominance in the entertainment world is just beginning, and fans can expect this feud to continue making headlines in the coming months.
