In a bid to establish her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, Meghan Markle has recently unveiled a limited edition of 50 jars of jam.
These artisanal treats are being sent out to a select group of celebrities, but the response has been rather lukewarm.
Out of all the recipients, only four have publicly acknowledged their gifts, leaving a significant number of famous faces silent on social media.
What’s going on here?
Among those who did express their gratitude is Tracey Robbins, married to Brian Robbins, the president and CEO of Paramount Pictures.
She proudly shared her jar, labeled number 17 of 50, on Twitter.
Interestingly, Meghan and Tracey crossed paths at the premiere of a film celebrating Bob Marley’s life just a few months back.
It’s worth noting that there have been whispers about Meghan and Prince Harry potentially giving Netflix a heads-up regarding their future plans.
Another recipient, Delfina Blackear, who is married to Argentinian polo player and a close friend of Harry, also took to Instagram to share her joy over receiving jar number 10.
Delfina, a former high-jumper turned fashion entrepreneur and photographer, has known Meghan for years, having attended a wedding at Windsor Castle back in 2018.
Kelly McKee-Zaphin, a parenting influencer and ex-model, was the third person to acknowledge her jam gift, posting about it on Instagram.
Mindy Kaling has joined the conversation too, humorously pointing out that most recipients are only sharing their gifts in fleeting Instagram stories, leaving little trace behind.
It raises the question: is this a trend of celebrity etiquette, or is there something more behind the silence?
The identity of the first recipient remains shrouded in mystery.
Could it be that the initial recipient is feeling hesitant or simply too busy?
Speculation is rife, with many believing Oprah Winfrey would be the frontrunner.
After all, she’s a neighbor in Montecito and played a significant role in Meghan’s public narrative following her wedding and the revealing interview about racism within the royal family.
One can’t help but wonder if Meghan is feeling a twinge of disappointment with the lack of enthusiasm from the celebrity elite.
Who might have been on her hopeful list of recipients?
Names like Gwyneth Paltrow, Greta Gerwig, and Gloria Steinem (whom Meghan affectionately calls Glow) come to mind.
And what about Beyoncé?
According to Meghan’s Netflix series, the pop icon praised her courage and vulnerability.
Where is Beyoncé’s acknowledgment of Meghan’s efforts toward healing and social justice?
Let’s not forget about Taylor Swift.
Meghan once sent her a handwritten invitation, likely penned in elegant calligraphy, to appear on her now-defunct podcast, Archetypes.
While reports suggest Swift declined, it’s hard to believe Meghan would let that deter her easily.
Michelle Obama has kept her distance since the Oprah interview, emphasizing family values.
Will a jar of organic jam be enough to mend fences with the former First Lady and advocate for healthy living?
Meanwhile, Jill Biden and her husband Joe famously denied Harry and Meghan a ride on Air Force One after Queen Elizabeth‘s funeral.
Could Meghan’s jam gift be a peace offering?
As the buzz around Meghan’s new venture continues, questions linger about the production process of her jam.
Consumers deserve transparency regarding where the jam is made and who is behind its creation.
It’s crucial that the kitchen meets health department standards and obtains FDA approval before hitting the market.
Given that it’s being sold online, it’s far from a small cottage industry, even if the initial batch was produced in limited quantities.
