From Warm Welcome to Cold Shoulder: Meghan’s Soft Rebrand Backfires as Drew Barrymore Quietly Distances Herself On Live TV
Hollywood, CA — What was meant to be a cozy couch moment between two powerful women quickly turned into a masterclass in subtle rejection, as Drew Barrymore reportedly froze out Meghan Markle during her appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show — and the cameras caught every awkward second.
According to backstage whispers, Meghan had hoped this interview would mark a SCROLL DOWN TO CONTINUE ARTICLE
“Treat Me Like a Royal” — But Drew Wasn’t Having It
Multiple sources from the set claim Meghan insisted on being introduced with full royal styling, including titles no longer in active use. She also reportedly refused to share green room space and interacted coldly with crew, offering curt instructions and little acknowledgment.
“She came in expecting red carpet energy — but Drew runs a chamomile tea and hugs kind of set,” said one staffer.
Drew, known for her empathy and kindness, didn’t call her out publicly — she didn’t have to.
“She just stopped engaging mid-interview,” said a producer. “It was icy but polite. Meghan was visibly thrown.”
Online Reaction: “Even Drew’s Done With It”
Clips from the episode have gone viral, with viewers pointing out the noticeable shift in Drew’s tone halfway through the segment — from bubbly to brisk.
“She went from girl-chat to Game of Thrones,” one tweet joked.
“You could feel the moment she mentally blocked Meghan’s number.”
Others praised Drew for taking a stand without causing a scene, with one fan writing:
“This is how you check ego — with class.”
Industry Buzz: Meghan’s Reputation May Be On Thin Ice
Hollywood’s not talking — it’s whispering. And the whispers say Meghan’s difficult reputation is catching up to her.
Following lukewarm reception for her lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard, which some critics called “glossy, but tone-deaf”, this latest PR stumble may have done more than just embarrass — it may have confirmed fears that Meghan’s brand has become more performance than presence.
One agent commented anonymously:
“She’s chasing authenticity but behaving like royalty on a reality show. It’s not landing anymore.”
