Fans are convinced that Paris Hilton subtly threw shade at Meghan Markle after appearing at the same two events as the Duchess—while wearing a gown previously worn by Kate Middleton in 2021.
Meghan made surprise appearances at both the Baby2Baby Gala and Kris Jenner’s 70th birthday party, which were held on the evening of November 8th. Paris attended both celebrations as well, turning heads in a $4,600 ice-blue Jenny Packham “Lovebird” gown. The sparkling dress featured sequins, sheer opera gloves, a wraparound neckline, and an elegant cape.
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Paris Hilton Wears Similar Dress as Kate Middleton to Party Attended by Meghan Markle
Royal watchers were quick to point out that Kate Middleton wore the gold version of the same Jenny Packham gown to the No Time to Die James Bond premiere in 2021—an interesting coincidence given that Kris Jenner’s birthday party was 007-themed.
Fans on Reddit couldn’t help but speculate that the heiress was subtly sending a message to Meghan, who rarely makes appearances at events like these.
“I agree! This is, to this day, my favorite outfit Catherine has ever worn. I'd love to see different versions of it. Especially if worn by anyone attending an event Meghan bought her way into,” said one user. “Murkle must have had a near-stroke when she saw that dress on Paris and immediately knew that she was wearing it to the 007-themed birthday party,” commented a second. A third person wrote, “I bet Meghan Markle got a big bite out of that while wearing her stupid black mismatched Spanx top and beach wrap.” Someone else noted, “I believe it. Probably one of the reasons [Meghan] was pissed off. I love that. I like Paris Hilton now after this.”
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Photos at Kris Jenner's Party Deleted on Instagram
Meghan opted for a much simpler look compared to the rest of the Hollywood crowd.
She paired a black long-sleeved turtleneck top by Wolford with a black Brandon Maxwell skirt featuring a thigh-high slit. She completed the look with Aquazzura heels, a velvet clutch, and eye-catching crystal drop earrings.
The "As Ever" founder sparked headlines not just for attending Kris Jenner’s party, but for what happened afterward. Kris shared a carousel of photos on Instagram featuring the couple, only for the images to be removed from both her and Kim Kardashian’s accounts shortly after.
Sources suggest Markle, known for carefully managing her public image, found the photos “unflattering” and requested their deletion after comparing her appearance to other guests. Representatives for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex stated that all attendees had to grant permission before images could be shared publicly, and the couple had declined. However, an insider at the event contradicted this, saying no consent forms were ever required.
Some speculation also points to Meghan not wearing a red poppy—unlike Prince Harry—before Remembrance Day, a symbol with deep cultural significance in the UK, as a possible reason for the photos being pulled.
