Meghan Markle is finding herself in hot water, and this time it’s thanks to Hollywood actress Brooke Shields. During a recent episode of India Hicks’ podcast, Shields candidly recalled their experience together at the SXSW Conference, where both participated in a panel discussion titled “Breaking Barriers, Shaping NarrativeHow Women Lead On and Off the Screen.”
As the duo spoke before a packed audience earlier this year, Shields noted a significant shift in energy when Meghan began discussing gender equality. It went from lighthearted to serious in an instant, prompting Shields to quip, “It was just too precious,” encapsulating her blunt take on Meghan’s earnestness.
Shields recounted how the session kicked off with Katie Couric’s question, addressing Meghan’s childhood advocacy. Meghan dove into a story about her activism at age 11, passionately explaining how a dishwashing commercial unfairly portrayed women. She took it upon herself to write to the company, successfully prompting them to change the ad.
In an effort to inject some humor into the increasingly serious discussion, Shields couldn’t resist interrupting Meghan. She humorously revealed, “Well, when I was 11, I was playing a prostitute [in the 1978 film Pretty Baby].” The audience erupted with laughter, lightening the mood considerably.
Following her quip, Shields expressed concern that her humor might not have been well-received by Meghan. She described the moment, saying, “I hope she doesn’t think I’m rude. I’m not being rude.” It’s clear Shields was striving to make the panel more relaxed, knowing no one wanted to sit through an hour of heavy subject matter.
After the laughter settled, Meghan responded with a tempered, “oh, okay,” leaving Shields uncertain about her initial reception. Yet, her aim was clea”Let’s just have some fun with it,” she remarked.
Shields’ accounts undoubtedly left listeners buzzing. As the dynamics between Meghan Markle and the Hollywood elite continue to unfold, this candid revelation adds another layer to the public’s intrigue surrounding the Duchess of Sussex. What will be the next chapter in Meghan’s evolving narrative?